4. My Own Story & Traditional Choices on Education - Educating the Neurodivergent

About Jill https://www.jillannecastle.com Jill Anne Castle, M.Ed has been a state and national advocate in both education and healthcare systems for over 20 years. Jill holds a Master’s in Educational Psychology and Human Relations as well as a Master level certification in Behavioral Analysis and Positive Behavior Support. Jill has designed curriculum and been an adjunct professor of Educational Psychology and Leadership at Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College at ASU. She has been a State Department Mediator, a Special Education Director, and a Behavior Coach for parents, educational professionals and industry. She is currently the Director of Education and Patient Advocacy for Little Hercules Foundation, an organization focused on access to treatment in the rare disease space. Jill also consults with several other national and state organizations to help bridge the gap between families, educational institutions and the healthcare industry. Lastly, and most importantly, Jill is a parent of two wonderful young men, one of which lives with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.