Edufaith Essentials Educational Podcast

Dr. Nakia Simmons Cotton-Smith
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Edufaith Essentials Educational Podcast

Edufaith Essentials is an educational podcast dedicated to providing essential tips and knowledge about diverse learners: students with disabilities, Section 504, ESOL, MTSS/Response to Interventions, teaching, leadership, and current information. Edufaith Essentials' mission is to bring awareness, tips, and information to impact and promote inclusion in education positively. Edufaith Essentials aims to Restore Faith in Education, One Student at a Time.

  1. MAY 3

    Momentum in May: Inclusion, Innovation, and Impact

    Send us a text This month on the Edufaith Essentials Educational Podcast, we're diving into May with a bang! Join us for a two-in-one episode filled with powerful stories, exciting updates, and expert insights to uplift and empower educators, leaders, and families as we conclude Season Three! 🌟 Edufaith Inspirational Story Spotlight: 1:25 Prepare to be inspired as we spotlight the amazing Philadelphia Eagles and their groundbreaking initiative for autism inclusion! This game-changing effort showcases the magic that happens when community and advocacy unite both on and off the field.  📅 Mark Your Calendars: 3:30 May is bursting with celebrations and reflections! From National Principals Day and Teacher Appreciation Week to Mother’s Day and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, this month is packed with moments that honor our schools and communities' vibrant diversity and dedication.  📰 Essential News You Can’t Miss: 6:07 Stay in the loop with the latest buzz on Supreme Court decisions that could shape the future of education, cutting-edge AI innovations transforming classrooms, and fantastic grant opportunities tailored for educators and school leaders alike! 📘 May Essential Knowledge: 12:15 We're keeping momentum from the 2025 CEC Conference as we dive deep into Dyslexia Legislation and Sensemaking Strategies for policymakers and educators. Don’t miss our special guests, 14:06 Elizabeth Zagata and 34:05 Randi Stone, who will share invaluable insights from our collaborative session—it’s knowledge you’ll want to absorb! 59:26 Collective Summary of Essential Knowledge Conclusion  1:31 Words of Wisdom 🎧 Tune in Now! Join us on the Edufaith Essentials YouTube page and all major streaming platforms! Let’s inspire, inform, and make a lasting impact on the future of inclusive education together! Season Three Finale: New Episodes in August! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@edufaithessentialsandknowledge  Essential Tips and Knowledge:  Essential Tips for Educators: http://bit.ly/3wMlMNnEssential Tips for Parents: https://bit.ly/3G7LqkdEssential Tips for Special Education Leaders: https://amzn.to/3yCVufGEmail: Edufaith4all@gmail.com  www.edufaithconsulting.com   #EduFaithEssentials #MayMomentum #AutismInclusion #CelebrateEducators #DyslexiaAwareness #CEC2025 #EducationalEquity  Support the show www.edufaithconsulting.com #getEssential

    1h 11m

  2. APR 1

    Flourishing in April: Celebrating Inclusion, Awareness, and Advocacy!

    Send us a text 🌸 April Showers Bring May Flowers – and We’re Thriving on the Edufaith Podcast! Get ready to join me for the April episode! This month, we’re delving into the themes of resilience, leadership, and the profound impact of inclusive education.  🎉Edufaith Inspiration Spotlight:  1:20 Let’s celebrate the fantastic winners of the 2025 Council for Exceptional Children’s Yes I Can Awards! These phenomenal students are shattering barriers and redefining what’s possible in education!  5:17 April is a busy month, and at Edufaith, we have all the essential and inclusive dates to note.  Autism Acceptance Month🧩  Assistant Principals Week🎓  Happy Easter and Happy Earth Day  🐣  📰 Hot Off the Press on Essential News:  8:23  Stay in the loop with the latest and greatest in special education! We’ll bring you cutting-edge insights straight from the **2025 CEC Conference in Baltimore** — showcasing revolutionary research, policy changes, and innovative practices that are transforming the educational landscape for exceptional students.  12:46 📖 Essential Knowledge Boost:  Don’t miss my recap of Part 1 of our exciting two-part series, **CEC Collaborative Panel Presentation: Essential Tips for Leadership - Navigating Disability Compliance and Reading Policy Through Sensemaking Strategies.  📚 Essential Tips You Can’t Miss:  - Key Strategies for Special Education Leaders  - Must-Know Tips for Section 504 Coordinators  - Leading Services for Students with Dyslexia  🔎 Get Ready for Part 2:  My fantastic panel co-presenters will unravel the facts, research, and laws surrounding dyslexia—everything educators, parents, and leaders need to know.  🎧 Catch Us on YouTube & All Streaming Platforms! https://bit.ly/3DqXvDQ You won’t want to miss this empowering episode of Edufaith Essentials! Subscribe, listen, and let’s continue to make a powerful difference together!  YouTube: https://bit.ly/3DqXvDQ #EduFaithEssentials #SpecialEducation #YesICanAwards #AutismAcceptance #DyslexiaAwareness #InclusiveEducation #CEC2025  Support the show www.edufaithconsulting.com #getEssential

    36 min

  3. FEB 28

    Stronger Together: Supporting Siblings of Exceptional Learners

    Send us a text Get Ready for an Inspiring March Episode of the Edufaith Essentials Podcast!** This month, we’re thrilled to present an episode brimming with inspiration and invaluable insights that you simply can’t afford to miss! Here’s a sneak peek of what’s coming your way: ✨1:034 Edufaith Inspirational Story– From Vision to Voice: Prepare to be inspired as we share the remarkable journey of a sportscaster who transformed their dreams into reality! Their story will ignite your passion and remind you that anything is possible. 📅 3:52 Celebrating Essential Dates**: March is teeming with significant dates that honor inclusion and diversity. We’ve curated all the highlights, ensuring you stay informed and engaged! 📰 6:50 Essential News**: Stay in the loop with the latest Building and Sustaining Inclusive Practices advancements. Plus, we’re excited to announce that Dr. Nakia will be making waves at the 2025 CEC Conference—don’t miss it! 📚 11:37 Essential Knowledge**: Join us for a captivating discussion on Sibling Support for Students with Exceptionalities, featuring the incredible Tanyika Mayhew Butler. Her insights are not to be missed! This episode is a celebration of empowerment and growth! Remember to subscribe and tune in this March—you won’t want to miss a moment of this inspiring journey! 🎧✨ #EdufaithEssentials #InclusiveEducation #SpecialEducation Subscribe at www.edufaithconsulting.com  Instagram: Edufaith 2021 https://bit.ly/3UI9Fhw LinkedIn: Edufaith https://bit.ly/3YxT4eK X: EdufaithS https://bit.ly/3HVm0HS Tiktok: https://bit.ly/3OGw23f Podcast Links: https://bit.ly/3jWQyA9 Amazon Books: https://amzn.to/3k2dMoC Youtube: https://bit.ly/3Qt3U3c Support the show www.edufaithconsulting.com #getEssential

    1h 5m

  4. FEB 1

    Exploring the Science of Reading

    Send us a text Dr. Nakia is showing you some love by inviting you to the February Episode of the Edufaith Essentials Educational Podcast. 1:29 For our inspirational story, we will spotlight and celebrate the 50th anniversary of an inclusive organization thriving in the community. 4:33 We will recognize those inclusive dates celebrating love, Black History, and other extraordinary achievements in February. 7:19 January was a busy month. We will provide Essential News updates from the US Department of Education OSEP and OSER office as they start 2025 with news about restraint, seclusion, teacher retention, and other topics, including an announcement by yours truly. 14:26 Finally, we will delve into the Science of Reading for Essential Knowledge. We will break down this research-based field, transforming how children learn to read and how schools approach literacy. We'll cover the key pillars of reading, highlight laws that promote the Science of Reading, discuss services for students with disabilities and diverse learners, and share tips for parents, educators, and school leaders.  Share your love by joining me, Dr. Nakia, on the Edufaith Essential Educational Services YouTube page or listening to all podcast platforms. Thank you for listening, sharing the love, and #get essential. Support Edufaith: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1961645/support Support the show www.edufaithconsulting.com #getEssential

    43 min

  5. JAN 1

    Sensory Friendly Learning Environments

    Send us a text Happy New Year! Let’s start 2025 off right by joining me for the latest Edufaith Essentials Educational Podcast episode.  1:36 For our inspirational story, I will highlight superheroes among us with an organization geared to bring out the superpowers within children. 3:21 Dates to Remember, including MLK Day and the Chinese New Year. 4:27 For Essential News, we will highlight information and guides to support and help improve outcomes for infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families under IDEA part C. 6:40 Essential Knowledge is all about Sensory-Friendly Learning Environments. Our special guest, Tanyika Mayhew Butler, will provide valuable information to support families and educators with strategies for promoting a sensory-friendly environment. Grab paper and pencil and join us for this informative and uplifting episode as we continue our quest for inclusion in 2025. Listen on all streaming platforms or subscribe to the Edufaith Essentials YouTube channel. As always, thanks for listening and using #getessential. Speakers' contact information and other links are located on the YouTube page of Edufaith Essentials. Subscribe now Support the show www.edufaithconsulting.com #getEssential

    1h 4m

  6. 12/11/2024

    December Deep Dive 2024 Year of Inclusion

    Send us a text Happy Holidays! You are invited to join me for a December Deepdive episode of Edufaith Essentials! For the Inspirational story, we highlight an inclusive movie in time for the holidays. I will bring you the latest updates from the Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) and the U.S. Department of Education for Essential News. For Essential Knowledge, I will review the top 10 updates of 2024 from OSEP, the Office of Rehabilitation Services (OSERS), and the U.S. Department of Education related to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). These highlights will empower educators, leaders, and families with key insights from the year. Stories using Assistive Technology, AI to support students, Transition Plans, Family Engagement Tools, the 45th Annual Report to Congress, and other resources introduced throughout the year. Take advantage of this inspiring, knowledge-packed episode to close out the year!  Subscribe to www.edufaithconsulting.com and on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3EgpH9b. All links to stories will be on the YouTube page of Edufaith Essentials.  #getessential Support the show www.edufaithconsulting.com #getEssential

    29 min

  7. 11/01/2024

    Neurodivergent November: Insights for Supporting Unique Minds

    Send us a text Tune in for an inspiring and information-packed episode this November featuring: 1:00 Edufaith Inspirational Story: Spotlight on Happy Bakery, a community-focused bakery spreading joy and inclusion. 3:50 Inclusive Dates: Recognizing special dates throughout November that celebrate diversity and inclusion. 7:21 Essential News: Updates from the U.S. Department of Education, including: Magnet School Assistance Programs OCR Data Collection and Resolutions Strategies for Social, Emotional, and Behavioral (SEB) wellness14:35 Essential Knowledge: Exploring Neurodivergent Learners and Neurodivergent November. Dr. Nakia Cotton-Smith will share: Overview, data, and insights on neurodivergence.Practical tips for parents, educators, and leaders to support neurodivergent learners.33:37 Book Excerpt: Spotlight fiction and non-fiction books about Neurodivergent Learners.  Join us on all streaming platforms and subscribe to the Edufaith Essentials YouTube channel for more valuable content. #getessential Subscribe: https://bit.ly/3EgpH9b Follow us on: Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3YxT4eK Twitter: https://bit.ly/3HVm0HS Instagram: https://bit.ly/3UI9Fhw Support the show www.edufaithconsulting.com #getEssential

    39 min

  8. 10/06/2024

    Combating Stress and Depression in Education

    Send us a text Join us for the October episode of Edufaith Essentials Podcast with Dr. Nakia! This month’s inspirational story highlights inclusive fall festivals and community events that unite everyone. In essential news, stay updated on Edufaith’s latest presentations, events, and resources from the Office of Special Education Programs. For essential knowledge, we welcome guest Dr. Missy Marsh, who will share valuable tips on managing depression and stress in education and insights from her books. Don’t miss out—subscribe at www.edufaithconsulting.com! #getessential  Episode Highlights: 1:18 Inspirational Story: Inclusive Fall Festivals & Community Events 3:15 October Inclusive Dates 6:45 Essential News: Latest Edufaith updates and resources 10:01 Essential Knowledge: Dr. Missy Marsh on mental health, depression, stress, and her books 15-Minute Focus: Depression: Signs and Strategies for Counselors Stress and Burnout in Education: 15 Strategies to Help You Break the Stress Cycle  Link to Marsh: https://ncyionline.org/speaker/melisa-marsh/ Subscribe to the Edufaith Essentials YouTube page at https://bit.ly/3EgpH9b and www.edufaithconsulting.com.   𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐍𝐄𝐂𝐓 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐔𝐒:  Website: www.edufaithconsulting.com  Twitter: https://bit.ly/3HVm0HS  Instagram: https://bit.ly/3UI9Fhw    𝐒𝐔𝐁𝐒𝐂𝐑𝐈𝐏𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐊: https://bit.ly/3EgpH9b Book Links: Essential Tips and Knowledge: •          Essential Tips for Educators: http://bit.ly/3wMlMNn •          Essential Tips for Parents: https://bit.ly/3G7Lqkd •          Essential Tips for Special Education Leaders: https://amzn.to/3yCVufG •          Email: Edufaith4all@gmail.com  www.edufaithconsulting.com   Support the show www.edufaithconsulting.com #getEssential

    59 min
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Edufaith Essentials is an educational podcast dedicated to providing essential tips and knowledge about diverse learners: students with disabilities, Section 504, ESOL, MTSS/Response to Interventions, teaching, leadership, and current information. Edufaith Essentials' mission is to bring awareness, tips, and information to impact and promote inclusion in education positively. Edufaith Essentials aims to Restore Faith in Education, One Student at a Time.

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