John Thomas formally worked as a Consulting Director of ASD Partners, the training arm of the Autism Society of North Carolina. Prior to this, he served as the Consultant for Autism with the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.
During his over thirty years in the field, he has been a teacher, therapist, vocational coordinator, supported employment coordinator, and a staff development consultant in various programs across the state.
John Thomas is currently an Independent Education Consultant and writer. You can reach him through the following address: jbthomas52@gmail.com
Horacio Sanchez - President and CEO of Resiliency Inc.
Horacio Sanchez did his graduate work at Duke University. His diverse education and background has helped him to merge research, science, and practice. He has utilized his training as an educator and clinician toward the education and treatment of children with severe emotional disorders. His approaches are not only based on sound scientific research but have been the foundations of his award winning mental health and educational programs.
Resiliency Inc. provides a revolutionary paradigm that trains individuals on how to successfully educate and treat the most difficult to serve children and their families.
A Mentor's Guide to Promoting Resiliency combines the most current research studies, scientific findings, and brain-based strategies into a clear concise explanation of why life's failures occur, and what can be done to improve the probability of success for even the highest risk child and adolescent. Click on the link to the LEFT for more information on ordering this book from Barnes&Noble.
To order a copy of A Brain Based Approach to Closing the Achievement Gap from Barnes&Nobel, click on the link to the RIGHT.
Dr. Judy W. Wood
Dr. Judy Wood, Professor Emeritus, Virginia Commonwealth University, focuses on building a successful academic intervention system for students at-risk or students with unique needs within general education settings. Judy is an acclaimed presenter known internationally and throughout the United States. She has authored a myriad of materials including textbooks, intervention checklists, videotapes and software programs that empower teachers and students in the classroom.
Teaching Students in Inclusive Settings: Adapting and Accomodating Instruction has always been based on four beliefs. Teachers should: *Teach students with special needs where they are instructionally, yet expose them to the general education curriculum *Help all student reach for their highest capabilities *Provide support and encouragement so all students can be successful *Maintain positive attitudes working with students and other professionals. General K-12 teachers and special educators. This fifth edition offers explicit instructions and examples for working with students in the least restrictive environment based on the latest laws. It also includes user-friendly applications on how to adapt and accommodate instruction with respect to diversity, technology, collaboration, and standards-based education.
This book can be purchased from Barnes&Nobel by clicking on the book to the RIGHT!
BASED OUT OF RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA. Click on the logo above to take you to the Let's Talk wesite.
Let's Talk provides a wide variety of services in speech/language pathology, occupational therapy and behavioral interventions that are designed to meet the needs of each individual child.
Click on the logo above to take you to the National Inclusion Project website.
The National Inclusion Project grew out of the relationship between Clay Aiken and Diane Bubel and Diane’s then 13-year-old son, Mike who had been diagnosed with autism. The bond between them grew strong as they shared a vision of a world where children like Mike could be fully immersed in society. They had both witnessed children with disabilities repeatedly turned away from activities opened to typical children.
Inclusion is giving people their rightful opportunity to participate. We work every day to make full inclusion a reality. Since our inception, we have made a real impact by ensuring that children nationwide can experience all that life has to offer.
Our mission: The National Inclusion Project serves to bridge the gap that exists between young people with disabilities and the world around them. We partner with communities and inclusive programs creating awareness about the possibilities that inclusion can bring.
Click on the logo above to take you to the CEC website.
The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) is the largest international professional organization dedicated to improving the educational success of individuals with disabilities and/or gifts and talents. CEC advocates for appropriate governmental policies, sets professional standards, provides professional development, advocates for individuals with exceptionalities, and helps professionals obtain conditions and resources necessary for effective professional practice.
Dan and Julie Coulter
We’re a family-owned video publishing company specializing in programs to help people with Asperger Syndrome and autism and those who support them. We have years of experience in television production, first-hand knowledge of Asperger Syndrome, and a broad understanding of autism spectrum conditions.
We started Coulter Video after our son, Drew, was diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome. We’ve focused on creating programs designed to help Drew and others like him succeed in school, work, relationships, and life. Our programs offer practical advice we’ve gained through our family’s experiences and through research and interviews.
Dr. James McKethan
Dr. McKethan has directed small and large urban district special education and Section 504 programs.
"Leading-edge" innovations were the hallmarks of his leadership. Involving key state, federal, district, and community stakeholders, Dr. McKethan led the development a blueprint to expand options for educating disabled children. Dr. McKethan was a leader among his peers to first use technology solutions for managing student information and policy information. He is a consultant and professional development presenter. He authors LRP's "Section 504 Compliance Keys." Dr. McKethan is the author of Section 504: From Referral to Placement, an LRP Publication.
SelfGrowth.com is the most complete guide to information about Self -Improvement, Personal Growth and Self Help on the Internet. It is designed to be an organized directory, with articles and references to thousands of other Web Sites on the World Wide Web.
