from Dr. Kristie Pretti-Frontczak
& dr. Julie Causton
Inclusive Education Blog for Teachers
and School Leaders
This inclusive education blog is designed for teachers, school leaders, and support staff who are committed to building more inclusive classrooms. Inside this inclusive education blog, you’ll find practical strategies, behavior support tools, co-teaching insights, and leadership ideas you can use right away.
Latest Posts from Our Inclusive Education Blog:
Why “Good Job” Might Be Hurting Student Outcomes
Walk into almost any classroom and you’ll hear it: “Good job.” “Nice work.” “I love how you’re sitting.” It sounds supportive. But here’s the tension: The more praise we hear, the more students start working for approval instead of learning. Praise isn’t neutral....
What Should IEP Goals Focus On Instead of Compliance?
IEP goals are meant to support access to learning, not measure whether a student will comply with tasks they don’t want to do. But many goals still center on staying on task, following directions, or completing non-preferred work. These may seem reasonable, but...
How to Deliver SDI Without Pulling Students Out
If you’ve ever wondered… “How am I supposed to deliver SDI minutes without pulling students out of the classroom?” You’re not alone. This is one of the most common (and stressful) questions we hear from school leaders, co-teaching teams, and service providers....
How School Leaders Can Make Time for Co-Teaching Planning
One of the most common concerns we hear from co-teaching teams is simple: “We want to collaborate… but we don’t have time.” Teachers know that strong co-teaching requires shared planning. Without it, even the most dedicated teams struggle to coordinate instruction,...
When Inclusion Looks Good on Paper but Fails in Practice
Most school leaders believe in inclusion. They’ll say it in meetings.It’s written into vision statements.It shows up in strategic plans. But then you look at the schedule.You look at where students actually spend their day.You look at who has access to what. And...
Your School Schedule Is Already Making Decisions About Inclusion
Most school leaders don’t think of the schedule as an inclusion tool. But it is. Your schedule is either: Increasing access to general education, or Quietly reinforcing separation There’s no neutral version. And if you’re seeing: Clusters of students with...
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Inclusive Education FAQs for Teachers and School Leaders
What is inclusive education?
Inclusive education is an approach where all students learn together in the same classroom, with the support and strategies they need to succeed. It focuses on access, participation, and belonging for every learner.
What are examples of inclusive classroom strategies?
Examples include co-teaching, differentiated instruction, behavior supports, and creating flexible learning environments that meet diverse student needs.
→ Read our co-teaching strategies blog
→ Explore behavior support strategies
Why is inclusive education important?
Inclusive education helps improve outcomes for all students by building stronger communities, increasing engagement, and supporting diverse learning needs in meaningful ways.