Ep.22 | New Jersey Education Association (NJEA): A Transformative Conversation with the Black and Dyslexic Podcast - PART 1
June 21, 2023
Join co-hosts Winifred A. Winston and LeDerick Horne for an extraordinary live recording of the Black and Dyslexic Podcast, hosted by the New Jersey Education Association (NJEA). In this dynamic session, we bring together a diverse panel of voices to explore the powerful intersectionality of being Black and Neurodivergent. Together, our panelists will engage in a captivating discussion, shedding light on their personal stories, triumphs, and challenges. They will provide invaluable advice to educators, drawing from their own experiences and offering concrete tips and strategies. This session is designed to empower educators in developing culturally competent and inclusive approaches that support and uplift diverse learners.
Join co-hosts Winifred A. Winston and LeDerick Horne for an extraordinary live recording of the Black and Dyslexic Podcast, hosted by the New Jersey Education Association (NJEA). In this dynamic session, we bring together a diverse panel of voices to explore the powerful intersectionality of being Black and Neurodivergent. Together, our panelists will engage in a captivating discussion, shedding light on their personal stories, triumphs, and challenges. They will provide invaluable advice to educators, drawing from their own experiences and offering concrete tips and strategies. This session is designed to empower educators in developing culturally competent and inclusive approaches that support and uplift diverse learners.
Here's what you can expect from this exciting live in-person episode of the Black and Dyslexic podcast, recorded in collaboration with NJEA:
- The Origin Story: Discover the inspiring journey of how the Black and Dyslexic podcast came to be, and the vision behind creating a space that is by us, for us.
- Representation Matters: Dive into a discussion on why representation is crucial, as we explore the importance of creating a platform where Black voices can be heard and shared authentically.
- The Importance of Building Relationships: Discover the positive impact that strong teacher-family connections can have on student success, engagement, and overall well-being.
- And so much more!
About the panel:
Our panel consists of incredible individuals, including a courageous Piscataway high school student and self-advocate, Deziree Graham, who shares her lived experience as a Black neurodivergent individual. Alongside her, we have three exceptional professionals in the field of education, each bringing their unique expertise and insights. Frank Latham, Youth Leadership and People First Coordinator at the New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities (NJCDD); Carmen Porter - Learning Disabilities Teacher/Consultant in Pittsgrove Twp and consultant with the NJEA; and Shaye Brown-Crandol - Special Education Teacher in Prospect Park, previously in Paterson, and parent of a child with a disability.
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Connect with NJEA!
Website: https://www.njea.org/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/njea
Instagram: www.instagram.com/insta_njea/
YouTube: https://youtube.com/user/njeaweb
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Connect with Winifred!
Website: https://www.soallcanread.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soallcanread
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackanddyslexic/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soallcanread
Twitter: https://twitter.com/soallcanread
Connect with LeDerick!
Website: https://lederick.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lederickh/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lederickhorne/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/lederick?lang=en
Resources from this Episode:
Dyslexia Advocation Inc.: https://www.soallcanread.org/donate.html
Search #BlackAndDyslexic on Instagram
National Association of State Directors of Special Education (NASDSE): https://www.nasdse.org/
New Jersey Coalition for Inclusive Education (NJCIE): https://www.njcie.org/
Black History and Disability video series LeDerick’s company created as part of the NJCDD grant to improve access to information to Black NJ Residents with I/DD and their families: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzyHgPIPd0vXPUW1Mlf-EGxyIonjkWRn0
Info about Structured Literacy Programs: https://dyslexiaida.org/structured-literacy-effective-instruction-for-students-with-dyslexia-and-related-reading-difficulties/
Shaye Brown-Crandol was featured in Time Magazine: https://time.com/6220538/teacher-shortage-unequal-schools/
Good book about disability and the “Little Yellow School Bus”: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/713492.The_Short_Bus
Early intervention supports: https://www.nj.gov/health/fhs/eis/
Learning Disability Teacher Consultation (LDT-C): https://specialednews.com/special-education-dictionary/ldt-c-learning-disabilities-consultants/
Interested in being a guest on the show or know someone who has a story that needs to be shared? Go to www.guest.blackanddyslexic.org
Would you like us to host a live in person episode of the Black and Dyslexic Podcast at your event? Contact us today! wwinston@soallcanread.org with the subject: BAD Live Event - city, state (i.e., BAD Live Event - Baltimore, MD)