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Region Six Education Service Center
Night To Shine
Tim Tebow Foundation
Cooking
Visual Impairment
Buffalo Run Adventure Challenge
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Spedco (south Plains Educational Coop)
Food Truck
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Corpus Christi Seaside Summit
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Texas Incentive Allotment
AI In Education
Speech Language Pathology
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Welcome to SPEDTalk (2021 & 2022 Barbara Jordan Media Award Winners). Let's Elevate the Conversation and Celebrate the people and organizations making it happen for kids of Differing Abilities in Texas.

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How about a college program for Neurodiverse students? The SPEDTalk team travels to San Marcos Texas to the campus of Texas State University home of the Bobcats to discuss this amazing program.

The SPEDTalk team is in San Antonio at the Mermaid Cafe. Listen as they talk with cafe Manager Drew to hear the story of his daughter Leah (the CEO) , her journey with disabilities, and how the Mermaid Cafe came to be. The Mermaid Cafe serves Coffee,... more

Region Six Education Service Center and Dr Michael Munro host a cooking skills event for students with visual impairments and their teachers. Listen as the SPED talk team interviews kids, parents and teachers about cooking and using kitchen knives.

SPEDTalk visits with the people responsible for brining this Tim Tebow Foundation event to Amarillo. Hear about their experiences, who benefits, and how you could become involved.

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Recent Guests

Christy Tucker
Evaluation and transition consultant at Region 16; volunteer for Night to Shine
Region 16; Night to Shine Amarillo
Episode: A Night to Shine
Hannah Kreitz
Co-chair of the Night to Shine organization in Amarillo
Night to Shine Amarillo
Episode: A Night to Shine
Jill Kerby
Program Coordinator, Educational Diagnostician Certification Program at Region 10
Region 10 Service Center
Episode: Do you want to be a Diagnostician?
Pam Sepulvado
Statewide coordinator for the SLP Master's Degree Distance Venue
Region 10 ESC and TWU
Episode: SLP Masters Program; And get it paid for!
Cammie Dodds
Teacher who championed inclusion and student-led projects
School district
Episode: Episode # 100
Joe Hinojosa
Leader at a learning center involved in transition services
Learning Center
Episode: Episode # 100
Lane Pethick
Educator featured in top episodes discussing relational and informational aspects
Education
Episode: Episode # 100
Justin Porter
TEA staff member discussed in-depth with SPEDTalk
Texas Education Agency
Episode: Episode # 100
Erin Prickett
Texas Incentive Allotment Specialist for Region 16
Region 16, Texas Incentive Allotment
Episode: Show Me the Money: Making Teacher Incentive Allotment work for all teachers

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Evan Heckman
Host of SPEDTalk; regular co-host with extensive episode involvement
Myra Johnson
Host of SPEDTalk; co-host and producer; notable for ongoing involvement across episodes
Patty
Host of SPEDTalk; frequent contributor and team member

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • Game Changers!

    It was such an honor to join you for an episode. You guys are providing an amazing platform to Special Education so people can see how much it has to offer people of all walks of life. Thank you for your dedication to enriching lives!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ranfan33
    United States5 years ago
  • Great work

    John and Pam y’all have cast the net wide to provide a source of much needed resources for Special Education!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maureen1216
    United States7 years ago

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Quality guests and thoughtful conversations that translate policy into real-world impact.
Great content that highlights practical resources for Special Education in Texas.
Listeners appreciate the focus on inclusive practices and community collaboration.

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Do you want to be a Diagnostician?
Q: What are the application windows and how can interested people apply?
Applications are accepted year-round with reviews beginning in February and continuing through May; interested individuals should visit the Region 10 website under Certification Programs, click apply now, and contact Amy Lambert for document gathering and processing.
Do you want to be a Diagnostician?
Q: How long does the program take and what does the practicum look like?
The program spans two school years; the first year is coursework, and the second year is practicum or an internship, with required mentorship from an experienced diagnostician and regional supervision, totaling about 200 practicum hours.
Do you want to be a Diagnostician?
Q: What is the structure of the program and how does it work with universities or degrees?
It is an alternative certification program for individuals who already have a master's degree and is not run alongside a specific university; participants gain certification to become educational diagnosticians, with initial self-paced coursework followed by synchronous live classes.
Layne Pethick - Level Out to Level Up: parents, let them play
Q: What age should parents start thinking about structured vs unstructured play?
Layne emphasizes that balance starts early and continues through life, with both forms of play contributing to different developmental goals, and flexibility to adapt to the child's needs at any given time.
Episode # 100
Q: What makes SPEDTalk unique after 100 episodes?
The show thrives on storytelling and human connection, elevating positive narratives and practical examples of inclusion, while continuously adapting to share information and experiences that drive real-world impact.

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What is SPEDTalk about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program spotlights Texas-focused special education through interviews with educators, administrators, clinicians, and advocates. It often covers inclusive practices, program funding and policy (such as teacher incentive structures, SLP training, and diagnostic pathways), plus hands-on programs that enable students with differing abilities to participate and thrive. Episodes frequently highlight community partnerships, regional challenges in rural and small districts, and practical steps for teachers and families to access resources and implement effective supports. A notable strength is its blend of on-the-ground experiences, district-level perspectives, and mission-driven storytelling that makes complex education issues approachable f... more

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1. Christy Tucker
2. Hannah Kreitz
3. Jill Kerby
4. Pam Sepulvado
5. Cammie Dodds
6. Joe Hinojosa
7. Lane Pethick
8. Justin Porter

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