Workshops & Schedule

with Michele Gardner

Join ALL IN Executive Director, Michele Gardner, as she takes us on a journey into the “forest” of inclusion and identifies the frameworks and mindset shifts that are most vital to build a sustainable, authentically inclusive system. How do we ensure that we are sending the messages of membership and belonging that students, families and educators need to hear and feel? How do we begin to shift mindset and misconceptions around inclusive education? What trees do we need to nourish and grow in our inclusion forest? Let’s begin to shift the tide with, and on behalf of, ALL students. We’re ALL IN, are you?

with Tim Rohrer & Amy Rohrer (Tips4Inclusion)

Tim Rohrer, a young adult with autism will share his perspectives of what helped him transition from school to the adult world. He will share his experiences that he gained in school, the opportunities he took advantage of and share how inclusion was vital to his success. He will provide his tips on how to help transition, accommodate and include adults with disabilities into the workplace. In addition, he will share his communication tips and ideas to create positive inclusive working environments for individuals with disabilities.

with Laura Martinez (All In for Inclusive Education)

This session explores how flexible grouping and the Gradual Release of Responsibility model can be used to design inclusive learning environments where all students thrive. Participants will learn how to plan intentionally for student variability, balance support with independence, and apply Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles to promote engagement and access. Through practical examples and reflection, educators will gain tools to shift classroom practices from teacher-led to student-driven learning; empowering every learner to take ownership of their growth while maintaining a strong sense of belonging.

with Michelle Lockwood (All In for Inclusive Education)

Research indicates that in recent years problem behaviors at school have increased significantly since pre-pandemic levels. Many students still appear to be developmentally behind in socialization, self-regulation and other executive functioning skills, often resulting in misbehavior. Now more than ever teachers need effective tools to address these changing needs of their students, rather than relying on "traditional" classroom management and discipline practices. This session is designed to help participants apply a layered or tiered approach to selecting evidence-based behavioral interventions to integrate into classroom management plans so that all learners can be successful. Participants will also be given tools they can use to evaluate their existing class behavioral supports, structures, and systems.

with Julie Lang (All In for Inclusive Education)

Discover the power of 10 evidence-based, high-impact instructional practices that reliably boost student learning in any classroom. Through engaging activities and examples, participants will learn how to apply these practices to support diverse learners effectively. Participants will leave the session with actionable tools, collaborative insights, and a renewed confidence in your ability to drive meaningful student outcomes.

with Vanessa Lombardo & Madison Bronstein (TCNJ Assistive Technology Center)

This session focused on school administrators offers a practical, evidence-informed overview of best practices for implementing Assistive Technology (AT) and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) in educational settings. Grounded in inclusive frameworks like SETT, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and the Center for Inclusive Technology and Educational System (CITES), this presentation will guide attendees through key strategies for selecting, trialing, and sustaining AT and AAC supports in schools that promote access, equity, and student agency.

with Lauren Baldino Ed.D. (All In for Inclusive Education)

This session explores the six models of co-teaching and how educators can leverage the strengths of both teachers in the room to support diverse learners. Participants will gain practical strategies for building strong co-teaching partnerships, clarifying roles, and ensuring both teachers are actively engaged in instruction.

with Michele Gardner & Annie Corley-Hand (All In for Inclusive Education)

The school readiness narrative has placed an unfair burden on young children, measuring them against narrow academic, social, and behavioral expectations. This deficit-based view not only overlooks natural developmental variability but also shifts responsibility away from schools, preventing them from creating inclusive, responsive, and developmentally appropriate environments.

with Corinne Catalano, Roseanne Yezzo, Amanda Bottino (Montclair State University)

Young children with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnosis each have individual profiles and needs. This workshop will explore the characteristics that contribute to this diagnosis and provide participants a way to reframe these behaviors so that they support the development of young children. Evidence-based strategies that support the inclusion of children with an ASD diagnosis will be discussed and case examples will be provided.

with Sara Jutcovich (All In for Inclusive Education)

This interactive, hands-on session will guide educators in creating inclusive classroom spaces that support all learners. Participants will explore different co-teaching models, sketch and analyze classroom layouts, and plan for effective instruction. Educators will leave with practical tools for classroom planning, strategies for delivering specially designed instruction (SDI) in co-taught settings, and a clearer understanding of co-teaching, SDI, and teacher roles.

with Jordan Fagan (All In for Inclusive Education)

Self-regulation is a critical foundation for learning, behavior, and emotional well-being—yet it’s a skill that must be taught, modeled, and reinforced. In this session, participants will explore practical strategies for supporting student self-regulation through intentional modeling, co-regulation, and explicit instruction. We’ll also examine how educators’ own regulation practices influence classroom climate and student success. Attendees will leave with concrete tools to integrate self-regulation supports into daily routines and instruction, fostering greater independence and resilience in students. This interactive session will blend reflection, discussion, and actionable strategies for immediate classroom implementation.

with Michelle Lockwood (All In for Inclusive Education)

Student motivation and engagement in learning are critical factors for academic success. However, engagement and motivation are separate but related concepts that are often confused. During this session participants will explore ways to create class environments where students experience a sense of autonomy, competence, and relatedness which increases engagement in learning and fosters motivation. Tips, tools and other resources for increasing engagement in any subject area and fostering motivation will be provided.