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223) “How Braden Shaped a Global Movement for Inclusion” (Lori Boll)
In this week's episode, I sit down with Lori Boll, Executive Director of the Special Education Network & Inclusion Association (SENIA), to explore her journey as both an educator and a parent advocate. Lori shares how her son Braden’s diagnoses reshaped her purpose in education and fueled her commitment to inclusion in international schools.We discuss the founding and global impact of SENIA, her new book, Navigating Special Education Relationships, and the importance of building collaborative partnerships between families, teachers, and schools. Lori also reflects on the state of inclusive education in international schools today, the impact of funding cuts from the Office of Overseas Schools, and the insights gained from SENIA’s recent Expanding and Enhancing Student Support Programs Summer Institute.Through both personal stories and professional expertise, Lori highlights the urgent need for equitable, identity-affirming education for all learners, while offering practical advice for educators seeking to create truly inclusive classrooms.To learn more about Lori's work, you can visit the SENIA website at seniainternational.org or follow her on LinkedIn.
BIO: Lori Boll brings a wealth of experience and a deep personal connection to the field of Inclusive Education. Her journey began in 2003 when her son Braden was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and an Intellectual Developmental Disorder (IDD), a pivotal moment that ignited her passion for advocating for creating more inclusive schools.With two Masters degrees in Reading Education and Special Education, Lori has amassed over twenty-five years of teaching experience in both international and domestic settings. Her career has taken her to the American International School Riyadh, Jakarta Intercultural School, Concordia International School, Shanghai, International School Bangkok, as well as schools in Saipan, California and Colorado. Notably, she has spearheaded the creation of higher support needs programs in China and Thailand. Lori is the co-author of Navigating Special Education Relationships: Building Collective Efficacy for a Collaborative Team fostering collaborative and effective working teams of families, teachers, and practitioners. Currently serving as the Executive Director of SENIA International, Lori channels her passion into supporting the professional development of educators worldwide.
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In this week's episode, I sit down with Lori Boll, Executive Director of the Special Education Network & Inclusion Association (SENIA), to explore her journey as both an educator and a parent advocate. Lori shares how her son Braden’s diagnoses reshaped her purpose in education and fueled her commitment to inclusion in international schools.We discuss the founding and global impact of SENIA, her new book, Navigating Special Education Relationships, and the importance of building collaborative partnerships between families, teachers, and schools. Lori also reflects on the state of inclusive education in international schools today, the impact of funding cuts from the Office of Overseas Schools, and the insights gained from SENIA’s recent Expanding and Enhancing Student Support Programs Summer Institute.Through both personal stories and professional expertise, Lori highlights the urgent need for equitable, identity-affirming education for all learners, while offering practical advice for educators seeking to create truly inclusive classrooms.To learn more about Lori's work, you can visit the SENIA website at seniainternational.org or follow her on LinkedIn.
BIO: Lori Boll brings a wealth of experience and a deep personal connection to the field of Inclusive Education. Her journey began in 2003 when her son Braden was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and an Intellectual Developmental Disorder (IDD), a pivotal moment that ignited her passion for advocating for creating more inclusive schools.With two Masters degrees in Reading Education and Special Education, Lori has amassed over twenty-five years of teaching experience in both international and domestic settings. Her career has taken her to the American International School Riyadh, Jakarta Intercultural School, Concordia International School, Shanghai, International School Bangkok, as well as schools in Saipan, California and Colorado. Notably, she has spearheaded the creation of higher support needs programs in China and Thailand. Lori is the co-author of Navigating Special Education Relationships: Building Collective Efficacy for a Collaborative Team fostering collaborative and effective working teams of families, teachers, and practitioners. Currently serving as the Executive Director of SENIA International, Lori channels her passion into supporting the professional development of educators worldwide.
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