OUR APPROACH

Authentically Inclusive

Designing systems that move past compliance to center the needs of the most diverse learners
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Our Purpose & Mission

We partner with districts, charter school networks, and schools to provide leaders and educators with the support and tools they need to transform how they serve students with disabilities. 

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It all starts with ...

ABC's Thrive Framework

ABC's approach to building authentically inclusive schools is based on our Thrive Framework: research-based core elements of a world-class special education program. Informed by feedback from over 1,000 educators and leaders nationwide, Thrive sets forth the knowledge, mindsets, and practices school leaders, educators, and student support staff need to transform how students with disabilities are served in school.

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ABC's Theory of Change

Because We Believe...

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All students, especially those with disabilities and diverse learning needs, can thrive in school.

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Educators are motivated to provide the best education to students, but need more training and resources.

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Leaders and systems are at the heart of school success.

We Partner with Schools, Districts, and Networks to Offer...

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Audit & Assessment

Our comprehensive special education audit process goes beyond surface-level evaluation to delve deep into the intricacies of your existing programs, policies, and practices.

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Educator Training

Through engaging workshops, interactive discussions, and hands-on activities, we help educators implement effective and inclusive classroom practices.  

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Leader Support

Leader coaching is designed to empower educational leaders with the knowledge, skills, and support necessary to lead and manage successful special education initiatives.

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Tools and Resources

Our tools are meticulously crafted to streamline processes, enhance collaboration, and drive positive change within special education programs.

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To Achieve the Following Outcomes ...

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1-2 Years

Short-Term

  • Leaders share a strong vision for inclusion.
  • Educators collect and use data to understand student needs.
  • Students understand what they are learning and why.
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3-5 Years

Medium-Term

  • Leaders are effectively managing change and building equitable systems.
  • Educators are designing and delivering data-driven, accessible, engaging instruction.
  • Students see improved outcomes and make progress on IEP goals.

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5-7 Years

Long-Term

  • Schools provide authentically inclusive learning communities and teams that work together to meet the unique needs of all learners.

Resulting In

Anti-Ableist...

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Educators

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Leaders

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Systems

Anti-ableism means actively working to break down attitudes, actions, and circumstances that devalue people because they are disabled or are perceived as having a disability. By centering the most diverse learners, we ensure that ALL students succeed.

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