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AIM-VA's Free Webinars Are Back! Optimize Teacher-Made Materials So They Are Accessible

Clear space on your calendar and schedule free AIM-VA webinars to enrich student learning.

Happy Birthday U.S National Parks! Actress Bella Thorne Champions Dyslexia, NPS Sites

Print-only worksheets created by teachers about National Parks can be converted to improve instruction.

Struggling Readers? Pair Multimedia Oral Histories from StoryCorps with "Just-RIght" Accessible Books

Free StoryCorps resources and "just-right" book formats excite learners who struggle with print.

Special Educator Carrie Baughcum's Ignite Speech Uses Sketchnotes to Inspire Teacher Innovation

Teachers who heed Carrie Baughcum's message will innovate instruction during the 2016-2017 school year.

A 30-Second Book Talk + Accessible Books Invite Struggling Readers to Engage in Literacy

When school resumes, pair a novel book review with an array of accessible books.

#ReadWhereYouAre Day Is Aug. 5! Participate with Audio, Digital, Braille, + Large Print Formats

There are many ways to read. Raise awareness by posting a photo showing alternatives to print!

For Students Who Need Learning Accommodations The Process Works Differently After High School

Plan ahead during high school so learning accommodations are in place in post-secondary settings.

Of All The Quotes on #DGovQt by Past, Present Greats, Here Is A Favorite From Howie Mandel!

I found many sources of inspiration on #DGovQt, but Howie Mandel gets my top honors.

Free Tools on Intensive Intervention: See National Center's Sample Lessons, Webinars, Expert Videos

Resources from the National Center on Intensive Intervention focuses on helping the most challenged students with disabilities.

Harry Potter Returns as A Play: Marketing Strategy Creates Unintentional Accessibility!

The return of Harry Potter as a play and multiple formats create accessibility that supports struggling readers.