Somewhere between October and spring break, the school year starts to feel heavy. Energy dips, routines get stale, and inclusive practices sometimes slip into the background. For leaders, that’s especially frustrating—because you know your LRE data is too low, outcomes for students with disabilities aren’t where they should be, and old-fashioned practices are creeping back in.
That’s where a reset comes in. Not another initiative. Not more paperwork. Just small, quick inclusion strategies that make classrooms—and schools—feel fresh, connected, and inclusive again.
In the latest episode of The Inclusion Podcast, we share 10 quick inclusion wins you can use right away. These aren’t abstract theories. They’re concrete, ready-to-implement moves that benefit all students and help school leaders promote inclusive education in every classroom.
Why Inclusion Resets Matter for Leaders
- Move beyond compliance. True inclusion isn’t about checking boxes—it’s about practices that build belonging, access, and equity.
- Improve outcomes for all learners. Inclusive classrooms benefit students with and without disabilities by providing multiple access points to content.
- Address resistance with simple wins. Staff are more likely to embrace change when it feels doable and meaningful. These resets require little prep but create visible impact.
A Few Reset Strategies from the Episode
- Reset relationships. Build trust and connection by making intentional positive interactions with each student—or if you’re a leader, with each staff member. Relationships are the active ingredient in learning and in professional culture.
- Reset participation norms. Go beyond “raise your hand.” Offer multiple ways to engage: think-pair-share, visuals, movement, digital responses. (The handout gives you 19 options!)
- Reset roles with paraprofessionals. Clarify responsibilities, ask what’s working, and celebrate successes. Leaders can model this by resetting roles across staff to strengthen collaboration.
- Celebrate progress. Inclusion work is hard. Take time to name and celebrate what’s working—whether it’s a single classroom success or a schoolwide shift.
For School Leaders
These strategies don’t just belong in classrooms. Leaders can use them to:
- Refresh staff meetings and professional development norms.
- Reconnect with paraprofessionals, teachers, and families.
- Create quick wins that build momentum toward larger systemic change.
When you consistently spotlight these “small but powerful” shifts, you show staff that inclusion isn’t about doing more—it’s about doing differently.
Ready for a Reset?
If you’re feeling stuck in old routines or struggling to energize staff around inclusive practices, these strategies will help. They’re simple, they’re practical, and they’re designed to spark a culture of belonging without adding more to your plate.
🎧 Listen to Episode 53 of The Inclusion Podcast to hear all 10 strategies in action.
📥 Download the free handout below packed with step-by-step reset ideas (plus bonus resources).
