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Neurodiversity Podcast

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This week, we’re sharing the inaugural episode of the Creating Neurodiversity-Affirming Schools podcast! Today, hosts Emily Kircher-Morris and Amanda Morin introduce themselves, and talk about their new book, Neurodiversity-Affirming Schools: Transforming Practices So All Students Feel Accepted and Supported. This podcast is great as a learning tool on its own, and it's designed to align with the chapters of the book. It provides actionable insights, strategies, and inspiration for educators and parents. Emily and Amanda discuss their personal neurodivergent journeys, how they came to collaborate, and why neurodiversity is a vital topic for schools today.

TAKEAWAYS

The evolution of the neurodiversity movement and its roots in the autistic community.
Understanding the terms "neurodiverse," "neurodivergent," and "neuro-normative."
Why person-first vs. identity-first language matters and how to respect individual preferences.
The importance of finding like-minded communities, and making small, yet meaningful shifts in educational practices.

RESOURCES MENTIONED

The Neurodiversity University Educator Hub: Learn more here
Neurodiversity-Affirming Schools: Transforming Practices So All Students Feel Accepted and Supported (Available for pre-order before January 21, 2025)

We’re only days away from open registration for the Educator Hub! It’s a community of teachers and administrators who are working to build a better, more productive atmosphere for neurodivergent students. The hub includes Expert Q&A Webinars, one-on-one consultations with Emily Kircher-Morris, monthly Five-Minute PD videos, roundtable discussions, and open office hours chats. You’ll find resources that can be shared with your school’s staff, and great opportunities for continuing education credits. Get on the list now.

Emily Kircher-Morris, M.A., M.Ed., LPC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a leading advocate for neurodiversity-affirming practices. Specializing in supporting neurodivergent individuals and their families, she combines her background as an educator with her clinical expertise to create inclusive strategies for fostering growth and resilience. Emily collaborates with schools and organizations to train educators and develop practices that support neurodivergent students. As an author, she provides valuable resources to help parents and educators nurture the strengths of neurodivergent youth, equipping them to thrive in all areas of life. Emily Kircher-Morris holds a Master of Arts in Education, a Master of Arts in Counseling, and is certified in elementary education, gifted education, and school counseling.

Amanda Morin is a neurodivergent activist, award-winning author, early childhood specialist, and nationally known speaker dedicated to fostering accessible and inclusive environments for all individuals. With a background as a classroom teacher and early intervention specialist, she played an integral role in launching Understood.org in 2014 and served as its Director of Thought Leadership and Expertise. Amanda has authored six books, including "The Everything Parent’s Guide to Special Education" and "Adulting Made Easy." She holds a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from the University of Maine and has received special education advocacy training from the Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates.

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