Date: 02/09/2027 Time: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM PT Location: Online Type: Webinar
Price: FREE
Description:
Inclusive by Design is a virtual learning series focused on strengthening learning environments so more students can meaningfully participate, access learning, and express their understanding across classroom settings.
This session we will explore ideas and tools for creating inclusive music experiences that support participation, expression, and engagement for learners with diverse communication and sensory needs.
While grounded in strong Tier 1 design, each session highlights how supports often associated with Tier 2 and Tier 3 (e.g., assistive technology, AAC, sensory supports, and specialized strategies) can be integrated into everyday practice to benefit all learners. Participants will leave with ready-to-use ideas, collaborative insights, and a growing network of support. Sessions are interactive, recorded, and include a book drawing aligned to the session focus.
Objectives:
- Create music environments that incorporate communication, sensory, and access supports to expand participation.
- Use flexible tools and strategies to support student expression and engagement in music activities.
Agenda:
Welcome & Framing: Set the context, purpose, and connection to inclusive Tier 1 design
Tools & Strategies: Share practical examples from educators and specialists
Discussion: Collaborative discussion to connect ideas, ask questions, and problem-solve together
Reflection: Identify one takeaway and next step to apply in practice
Feedback & Drawing: Each session includes an assistive tech or book drawing aligned to the session focus or UDL.
Facilitators:
Instructor Disclosure: Heidi Brislin is employed by and receives compensation from the Special Education Technology Center. She is also employed by Edmonds School District, a school district which may be featured in this presentation. She has no relevant non-financial disclosures.
Amy Fleischer Connolly, OTR/L, ATP
Instructor Disclosure: Amy Connolly receives payment from the Special Education Technology Center (SETC), where she provides Technical Assistance. She is also employed as an Assistive Technology Specialist by the Bellingham Public Schools (BPS), a school district which may be featured in this presentation.
Contact
Email Sue Wright at the SETC office
Zoom Link
Clock hours for this webinar and others in this series are available from ESD105 for a small fee. The following Professional Development Enroller link provides more information about clock hours: Pending