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	See what people are saying about Diana's Inclusion trainings “I got numerous ideas for modifying instruction, lots of movement activities, and a renewed sense of commitment.” –Elizabeth Finch, Kumeyaay Elementary, San Diego “This was great!” I have “a different mindset, and hope for my students. I’m going to start singing tomorrow!” – Mary May, San Diego Unified School District “Diana is a fantastic presenter and, by far, this was one of the best presentations I’ve attended in a long time. I really appreciated the activities shared –great ideas I can immediately use.” -Tracy Johnston, Teacher, Bell Middle School, San Diego “I’m beginning to feel a little more comfortable with the ability to acquire more skills to meet the needs of all students.” –Anonymous “I really enjoyed hearing a perspective from someone who truly values all learners! It was refreshing to see such a positive attitude.” –Renee Burns, Miller Elementary School, San Diego Unified School District “Very productive, informative, positive, and useful. Thank you, thank you, thank you for all your hard work and dedication to our kiddos!” –Maribel Kolinas, San Diego Unified School District “You are awesome and I can’t wait to share this information with my colleagues! –Adrienne Goldberg, San Diego Unified School District “Great presentation! Useful tools and insightful ideas.” –Anonymous “This was a very interesting conference. Diana is extremely engaging and interactive in her approach. Hands-on, make-it take-it was awesome!” –E. O’Connell, San Diego Unified School District “Amazing presentation that was hands-on and user friendly!” – Chelsea Matz, School Psychology Practicum Student, Ibarra Elementary, San Diego “You are an inspiration to society! How wonderful you are to share your story and be a change agent for education.” – Wendy Karch, Marshall Middle School, San Diego “My master teacher invited me to come along to your Inclusive Instructional Strategies & Accommodations training, and I am SO glad I did! I just wanted to express to you that your presentation was so valuable and I cannot wait to share what I learned with my colleagues. I just wanted to say thank you for your time and that you have done so many wonderful things not only for your students, but for other professionals. This profession needs more people like you. I cannot wait to implement these instructional strategies in my classroom!” –Jessica Ascoli, Student Teacher, San Diego State University

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	Consulting Consulting Diana Pastora Carson, M.Ed., supports teachers and districts with K-6 inclusion through hands-on, personalized consulting and coaching in the areas of inclusion and ability awareness. Diana is a classroom teacher. She understands what it can be like to have outsiders observe one’s classroom and teaching style. She comes in as a colleague, not an evaluator. She operates from an assumption of respect and trust among the team members, and the assumption that everyone wants what is best for students. Reflections are for the purpose of empowerment of teachers and students alike. Staff being supported receive: Respectful, informal classroom, student, and teacher observation Constructive, non-judgmental reflections Collaborative planning with classroom teacher and/or team Co-teaching or demonstration lessons using inclusive instructional strategies & accommodations Post-lesson reflections, critical questions, and collaborative planning Empowerment toward successful inclusion! Diana highly recommends that the teams she supports also take her Inclusive Instructional Strategies & Accommodations training. See what people are saying about Diana’s inclusion support! “Thank you for the opportunity to work with you. Your hands-on, positive approach to our included student and all the students in her class boosted the confidence of this team. I can’t thank you enough, especially for empowering the classroom teacher.” –Cecilia Fernandez, Principal, Spreckels Bilingual Magnet To book Diana for training, consultation, or to speak to your group, contact: Diana@AbilityAwareness.com


	INCLUSION Is inclusion really so important? YES! Is it realistic? YES! Is it possible for a teacher with no special education training to be successful with inclusion? YES! Discover strategies that are easy to learn and implement in your classroom! Click here.


	ABILITY AWARENESS Ability Awareness isn’t what it used to be. Why waste time, energy, resources, and risk your credibility? Do it the right way. Learn a fun and easy approach to creating awareness with respect and dignity for positive results! Click here.


	INCLUSION FOR LIFE What happens when children with disabilities become adults with disabilities? Is life quality to be expected? See how reframing our perceptions about what’s possible can make a world of difference for people! Click here