Review of the January 2025 USDOE Inclusion Guidance Document Part 2

The Collaborative IEP

In this special episode I’m diving into part two of our special series on the Department of Education’s policy document called Building and Sustaining Inclusive Educational Practices. This time, we’re talking all about how to actually put inclusive education into practice—with guiding principles, real-world strategies, and a big focus on belonging, leadership, and collaboration.

I’ll also share some highlights on the benefits of inclusion, how to create a shared vision, and ways to use the resources you already have to make inclusion work. Plus, I’ve got some fun announcements about the ABC Course, which can help you start or grow your business as a special education advocate.

Tune in for some actionable tips and key takeaways that’ll help you create more inclusive, supportive environments for all students!

Timestamps

• 00:00 Introduction and Overview
• 01:27 Guiding Principles for Inclusive Practices
• 01:49 Announcements and Updates
• 04:42 Fostering Belonging in Education
• 12:48 Creating a Culture of Inclusion
• 19:04 Supporting Implementation of Inclusive Practices
• 23:05 Importance of Collaboration
• 24:54 Leveraging Funding and Resources
• 28:42 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes