Teaching Social Skills: Holiday Traditions, Ugly Sweaters, and Building Community
12/15/23 • 15 min
The "Fast 15" podcast is sponsored by Specially Designed Education Services (SDES) and the Functional Academics Program. Check out their amazing work here: www.sdesworks.com
What could be more delightful than pulling out your most hilarious, festive, and downright ugly holiday sweater? That's how we kick off today's podcast, with a nostalgic trip down Ugly Sweater Day lane. We unwrap the origins of this absurd yet endearing tradition and even share a few of our own cringeworthy sweater thoughts and ideas.
But this holiday isn't just about the laughs; it's about the sense of community and the spirit of giving. We reflect on personal traditions, the joy of the holiday season, and the heartwarming ways we contribute to our communities during the most wonderful time of the year.
Switching from the garish to the gracious, we usher in a heartfelt discussion on the essence of kindness. With host Barb Beck, Andrew shares his experiences and thoughts on the profound impact of small acts of kindness.
As a community of listeners, we're not just here for the chuckles; we're here to inspire and uplift each other. So, I encourage you to sprinkle a little kindness in your world - it can make a world of difference. As we wrap up, remember that each of us holds the power to make the holiday season a little brighter for others. As always, thank you for being part of this journey and remember, no act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.
Barbara Beck is the host of the FAST 15 Podcast. She is a highly dedicated Disability Advocate and Special Education Consultant specializing in IEP Transition Services. Barbara has an extensive background as a special education teacher spanning nearly 30 years. She has dedicated her career to empowering transition-age youth and fostering positive post-school outcomes.
Barbara's expertise lies in providing comprehensive support and guidance to students with disabilities, ensuring their successful transition from school to adult life. She possesses a deep understanding of secondary services and possesses the skills to develop tailored strategies that maximize individual potential.
For more information and resources on special education school-to-adulthood transition planning and independent living, visit www.mykeyplans.com. Join us on social media for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and discussions about special education, inclusion, and disability advocacy. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn and use #IEPLaunchpadPodcast to join the conversation. Thank you for tuning in to the IEP Launchpad Podcast! 🎧🎙️#IDD #teaching #specialed #specialneeds #InclusionMatters #DisabilityAdvocacy #EmpowerVoices #edtech, #education #edtech, #teachers
The "Fast 15" podcast is sponsored by Specially Designed Education Services (SDES) and the Functional Academics Program. Check out their amazing work here: www.sdesworks.com
What could be more delightful than pulling out your most hilarious, festive, and downright ugly holiday sweater? That's how we kick off today's podcast, with a nostalgic trip down Ugly Sweater Day lane. We unwrap the origins of this absurd yet endearing tradition and even share a few of our own cringeworthy sweater thoughts and ideas.
But this holiday isn't just about the laughs; it's about the sense of community and the spirit of giving. We reflect on personal traditions, the joy of the holiday season, and the heartwarming ways we contribute to our communities during the most wonderful time of the year.
Switching from the garish to the gracious, we usher in a heartfelt discussion on the essence of kindness. With host Barb Beck, Andrew shares his experiences and thoughts on the profound impact of small acts of kindness.
As a community of listeners, we're not just here for the chuckles; we're here to inspire and uplift each other. So, I encourage you to sprinkle a little kindness in your world - it can make a world of difference. As we wrap up, remember that each of us holds the power to make the holiday season a little brighter for others. As always, thank you for being part of this journey and remember, no act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.
Barbara Beck is the host of the FAST 15 Podcast. She is a highly dedicated Disability Advocate and Special Education Consultant specializing in IEP Transition Services. Barbara has an extensive background as a special education teacher spanning nearly 30 years. She has dedicated her career to empowering transition-age youth and fostering positive post-school outcomes.
Barbara's expertise lies in providing comprehensive support and guidance to students with disabilities, ensuring their successful transition from school to adult life. She possesses a deep understanding of secondary services and possesses the skills to develop tailored strategies that maximize individual potential.
For more information and resources on special education school-to-adulthood transition planning and independent living, visit www.mykeyplans.com. Join us on social media for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and discussions about special education, inclusion, and disability advocacy. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn and use #IEPLaunchpadPodcast to join the conversation. Thank you for tuning in to the IEP Launchpad Podcast! 🎧🎙️#IDD #teaching #specialed #specialneeds #InclusionMatters #DisabilityAdvocacy #EmpowerVoices #edtech, #education #edtech, #teachers
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Barbara's expertise lies in providing comprehensive support and guidance to students with disabilities, ensuring their successful transition from school to adult life. She possesses a deep understanding of secondary services and possesses the skills to develop tailored strategies that maximize individual potential.
For more information and resources on special education school-to-adulthood transition planning and independent living, visit www.mykeyplans.com. Join us on social media for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and discussions about special education, inclusion, and disability advocacy. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn and use #IEPLaunchpadPodcast to join the conversation. Thank you for tuning in to the IEP Launchpad Podcast! 🎧🎙️#IDD #teaching #specialed #specialneeds #InclusionMatters #DisabilityAdvocacy #EmpowerVoices #edtech, #education #edtech, #teachers
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Guest: Michela Laverty, Professional Development Trainer at SDES
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Barbara Beck is the host of the FAST 15 Podcast. She is a highly dedicated Disability Advocate and Special Education Consultant specializing in IEP Transition Services. Barbara has an extensive background as a special education teacher spanning nearly 30 years. She has dedicated her career to empowering transition-age youth and fostering positive post-school outcomes.
Barbara's expertise lies in providing comprehensive support and guidance to students with disabilities, ensuring their successful transition from school to adult life. She possesses a deep understanding of secondary services and possesses the skills to develop tailored strategies that maximize individual potential.
For more information and resources on special education school-to-adulthood transition planning and independent living, visit www.mykeyplans.com. Join us on social media for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and discussions about special education, inclusion, and disability advocacy. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn and use #IEPLaunchpadPodcast to join the conversation. Thank you for tuning in to the IEP Launchpad Podcast! 🎧🎙️#IDD #teaching #specialed #specialneeds #InclusionMatters #DisabilityAdvocacy #EmpowerVoices #edtech, #education #edtech, #teachers
"Fast 15" with Champions of Special Education - Teaching Social Skills: Holiday Traditions, Ugly Sweaters, and Building Community
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Hi , bryce and Koa , happy Friday . This is Friday the 15th , and that means it's Ugly Sweater Day , and so I wanted to find out from you , bryce . I know you wrote a script about Ugly Sweater Day . You're doing a video about it . Do you have any idea what people do ?
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