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 a system in which all students learn in general education classrooms most of the time, regardless of their needs. Read full story at Education Week
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 E. Joseph, and Ilene S. Schwartz, has crafted a resource that merges contemporary research with practical strategies, guiding educators in their pursuit of creating inclusive…
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 behavioral analysis. She earned a doctorate from the University of Washington and has extensive experience in teaching, consultation, and research. She strives to bridge the…
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), autism, inclusion, and sustainable educational interventions. She founded Project DATA, a model preschool program for children with autism, at the Experimental Education Unit in 1997. This…
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 of Washington, where she delved into inclusive preschool teaching and co-founded Project DATA. Collaborating closely with the esteemed Dr. Ilene Schwartz, Director of the Haring…
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, organizational management, and classroom and behavior management, and school discipline. He was a classroom teacher, program director, personnel preparer, and applied researcher. Currently, he is…
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 a profound, shared dedication to inclusive education.Together, as a community, we not only met but exceeded our goals, raising over $785,000! This remarkable achievement stands…
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 Haring Center and UW community members. We extend our gratitude to our key EEU staff for ensuring a smooth transition during our move. A big…
In the realm of early childhood education, Project LLAMA emerges as a beacon of innovation, revolutionizing the way we assess and nurture the mathematical development of preschoolers. Guided by a team of passionate experts including Kristen Missall, Ph.D. (University of Washington), Robin Hojnoski, Ph.D. (Lehigh University), Tony Albano, Ph.D. (University of California-Davis), and David Purpura, Ph.D. (Purdue University), LLAMA is igniting a transformative journey in early math education. With funding from the Institute of Education Sciences, LLAMA has received a…
with Ariane Gauvreau, Senior Director, Professional Development and Training and Kathleen Meeker, Research Director and incoming Haring Center Director The opening of the newly renovated Haring Center will be the first time in over four years that the Haring Center research, professional development teams, and EEU staff and students will all be under one roof. We are thrilled to be coming back together as a team which will only serve to strengthen the work we do. Q: Why is it…