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All Ours Inclusion Symposium 26
Tuesday June 16, 2026 9:45am - 11:00am AKDT
DESCRIPTION:
This session introduces the Developing Inclusive Future Educators project and walks participants through the new Inclusive Teacher Academy Toolkit, developed in partnership with SONA and grounded in work across four ESD 105 districts. We will highlight how integrating Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools® strategies with Careers in Education pathways strengthens inclusion, supports paraeducator readiness, and builds a sustainable “grow your own” model for future SPED educators.

OBJECTIVES:
How to use the toolkit to map your district’s current landscape  How to align UCS activities with existing CTE Careers in Education courses  How to design action plans using sample templates  How to launch or strengthen an Inclusive Teacher Academy model in your school
Speakers
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Melissa Matczak

Director of Educator Growth and Development, Education Service District 105
The Educator Growth and Development Programs at ESD105 focus on designing opportunities and supporting development of current and future educators. Our engagement in the LEADER initiative as the purpose of supporting regional efforts in recruiting and retaining diverse, effective... Read More →
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Molly Draben

Educator Growth and Development Coordinator, ESD 105
Tuesday June 16, 2026 9:45am - 11:00am AKDT
Room 107

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