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EPISODE · Jul 17, 2024 · 32 MIN

Navee's Kindergarten Teach

from Love Is a Classroom: Stories of Inclusion · host Andrew D.L. Goff

Embracing Inclusion: A Teacher's Journey with a Deaf Student In this episode of 'Love is a Classroom: Stories of Inclusion,' host Ms. Onofre, a seasoned kindergarten teacher, shares her candid experiences with including Navee Walker, a deaf student, into her classroom. Through heartfelt stories and practical insights, she discusses the challenges and triumphs of creating an inclusive environment, advocating for necessary support, and the profound impact of inclusion on both students and teachers. The episode highlights the importance of mindset, collaboration, and love in fostering a truly inclusive educational experience. 00:00 Introduction to Inclusion 01:07 Meet Ms. Onofre 01:46 The Decision to Include Navee 02:55 Preparing the Classroom 07:01 Understanding Inclusion 12:29 Support and Advocacy 17:21 Welcoming Navee 26:49 Creating Connections 28:55 Reflections on Inclusion 31:52 Conclusion and Next Steps   For more information on the heartset, mindset, and skillset go to https://www.inclusiveschooling.com/   If you have a story you want to share, go to Loveisaclassroom.com/contact   Cover art by Josie Filippelli https://www.linkedin.com/in/josie-filippelli/  

In Series Two: Episode 2 of ’Love is a Classroom: Stories of Inclusion’ podcast features a conversation with Ms. Claudia Onofre, an experienced kindergarten teacher, discussing her journey of including Navee Walker, a deaf student, in her classroom. Ms. Onofre shares her initial apprehensions, the support she received, and the strategies she employed to create an inclusive environment. The episode highlights the importance of not viewing disabilities as barriers but as opportunities to innovate teaching practices and embrace all students’ abilities. It emphasizes the profound impact of inclusion on Ms. Onofre, her students, and the overall classroom culture, advocating for a mindset shift towards seeing possibilities instead of limitations.

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