Inclusive Practitioner's Summit: Morning Keynote

Join us for the annual Kansas Infinitec Inclusive Practitioners' Summit. This is an opportunity to learn from Kansas educators who are passionate about inclusion and our inspiring keynote speaker Lee Ann Jung.

Morning Keynote: Seen, Heard, and Valued: Universal Design for Learning and Beyond

Every classroom is filled with amazing young people who vary wildly and wonderfully in who they are as people. Based on her best-selling Corwin book, Lee Ann Jung challenges the idea that a category of students who have “learning differences” even exists. We will answer the questions: Do we push in support, or pull out for support? And how do we deliver intervention without disrupting participation in core instruction, even in our specials or electives? And how can a limited number of learning support teachers possibly provide intervention to all of the students who need it? The value of inclusion is irrefutable, but the devil is in the details. In this session, we get to the brass tacks of delivering intervention in inclusive ways within the time, space, and staffing parameters that are a reality. Lee Ann will guide participants in exploring a method of coordinated, small-group learning that maximizes efficiency of faculty and staff, allows for adequate amounts of intervention, and meets all students’ needs without having to pull anyone from anything. Together, we'll envision classrooms that are flexible and agile, where every child is welcomed, supported, challenged, and confident they can shine.

Lee Ann Jung

Lee Ann Jung, an esteemed author and dedicated educator, has left an indelible mark on the field of education through her insightful contributions and commitment to inclusive practices. With a wealth of experience as an educator, Jung has emerged as a leading voice in promoting accessible and equitable learning environments for all students. As an accomplished author, Jung has penned influential works that serve as beacons for educators navigating the complex landscape of inclusive education. Her publications delve into practical strategies, rooted in research and real-world application, providing educators with the tools to create classrooms where every learner can thrive.

Participants will be able to: 

• describe human variation as a "jagged profile" and explain why decisions should be based on individual skill needs, rather than categories of students.

• explain the differences between replacement and supplemental instruction and the negative impacts of replacement instruction and identify examples of replacement instruction that occur in our current systems.

• apply a method of coordinated, small-group learning that optimizes faculty efficiency and meets the diverse needs of students without removing them from classroom activities.