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January 10, 2025
Spotlight on Early Childhood Education: Challenges and Opportunities
Sen. Wellman tours UW’s Haring Center for Inclusive Education A recent article in The Seattle Times highlights the urgent need for more early childhood educators in Washington state and the challenges posed by low wages in the field. The Haring Center for Inclusive Education continues to play a pivotal role in advocating for equitable pay…
(Re)discovering the power of play
In a workshop space brimming with inventive tools and metal walls that seemed to pulse with creativity, Dr. Kathleen Artman Meeker, director of the Haring Center, and a diverse group of educators plunged into an exhilarating challenge. It was 2022, and the setting was Reggio Emilia, Italy, where they participated in ateliers during a study…
Students With Disabilities ‘Have Gotten Their Dignity Back’ at This High School
When students who have disabilities arrive at Monroe High School, they’ve often spent nearly a decade learning that their differences mean they’ll be taught separately from their peers who spend their days in general education classrooms. But that all changes when they start classes at Monroe High, northeast of Seattle, where school leaders have created…
September 13, 2024
Elevating Early Learning: Discover the Latest Edition of Building Blocks for Inclusive Classrooms
Anticipation and enthusiasm surround the release of the fourth edition of “Building Blocks for Teaching Young Children in Inclusive Settings.” This latest edition stands as a testament to ongoing progress in early childhood education, offering a blend of innovative insights and practical advice. Dr. Susan Sandall, along with her esteemed co-authors Drs. Ariane Gauvreau, Gail…
September 12, 2024
Alumna Spotlight: Veronica Fleury
Dr. Veronica Fleury is an associate professor of Special Education at Florida State University dedicated to optimizing learning opportunities for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Her research delves into understanding how core behavioral characteristics of ASD influence learning to inform the development of effective instructional strategies. Dr. Fleury’s intervention work is grounded in applied…
August 28, 2024
Farewell & Thank You with Dr. Ilene Schwartz
As Dr. Ilene Schwartz prepares to retire from the University of Washington in August 2024, we want to celebrate her incredible career and contributions. Since joining the UW special education faculty in 1991 and becoming the director of the Haring Center for Inclusive Education in 2007, Dr. Schwartz has been a leader in applied behavior analysis (ABA),…
June 5, 2024
Alumna Spotlight: Bonnie McBride
Dr. Bonnie McBride, Ph.D., BCBA-D, is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center and Director of the Oklahoma Autism Center. Her work includes expanding services and conducting research to improve the lives of families and children affected by autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Dr. McBride’s journey began at the University…
Alumnus Spotlight: George Sugai
Dr. George Sugai is Emeritus Professor in the Neag School of Education at the University of Connecticut. In 2019, he retired as Carole J. Neag Endowed Chair and Professor with tenure in School of Education at the University of Connecticut. His research and practice interests included school-wide positive behavior support, behavioral disorders, applied behavior analysis,…
June 3, 2024
2024 ‘Homecoming’ Auction Recap
May 18, 2024 was an incredible night for our ‘Homecoming’ Auction! After years of virtual and off-site auctions, the joy of finally gathering past and current EEU families, alongside former and current Haring Center Staff, along with our returning and new community partners, was simply heartwarming. Our Auction Tent was brimming with love, enthusiasm, and…
March 18, 2024
Haring Center Renovation Complete!
The Haring Center started the new year with a much-awaited fresh beginning. After 15 months of building renovations and nearly 4 years since most of our staff and researchers had to leave due to the pandemic, we’re finally back home. This renovation was a true community effort, made possible by the support of both the…
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