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SENIA Unplugged 2026 Advanced Topics sessions provide expert-level learning experiences focused on sustainable implementation, systems thinking, leadership, and evidence-informed practice. Moving from inclusive vision to sustained organizational execution requires advanced strategy. For experienced educators, department heads, and school administrators, the Advanced Topics track offers high-level, implementation-focused learning designed to drive systemic transformation. Key benefits of the Advanced Topics track include: Systems Thinking & Frameworks: Deep dives into scaling multi-tiered systems of support and integrating Universal Design for Learning across complex institutional structures. Sustainable Change Leadership: Strategies for guiding faculty through cultural shifts, policy evolution, and long-term practice changes. Complex Problem Solving: Evidence-informed approaches to addressing intricate behavioral, academic, and neurodiverse needs in mainstream and specialized settings. Equip your leadership and experienced staff with the advanced insights required to build resilient, inclusive systems. Learn more and register your team: https://lnkd.in/gqZGX_SQ #EducationalLeadership #InclusiveEducation #SchoolAdministration #SystemsThinking #SpecialEducation #ProfessionalDevelopment #SENIA2026 #SchoolReform

Students show their difficulties in different ways: restlessness during lessons, forgotten assignments despite clear understanding, handwriting that's hard to read, or a reluctance to join group work they'd usually take part in. Any one of these on its own is easy to spot but tells you very little, and understanding what's actually happening for that student calls for a more holistic view than a single observation can offer. The Das-Churchville ORB© System is a structured observation framework covering five domains, academic engagement, social-emotional behavior, communication, sensory and motor skills, and memory, that turns what you're noticing into something concrete. The system scores your responses instantly, flags which areas show significant concern, and provides you with matched intervention strategies, so you're not left guessing what the next steps should be. Every observation is saved, so you can track whether things are improving over weeks or months—and be ready with a clean, downloadable report for a team meeting or referral. Built for teachers, LSAs, and counselors. Click here to learn more and start your first free screening: https://lnkd.in/gQwRaZvs

Happy Birthday to the incredible Dr. Shannon Raybold! Shannon is a vital force behind our educational growth—as a fantastic SENIA Academy course facilitator, co-designer of our Level Two Executive Functioning course, Leadership program advisor, and dedicated member of our Standards & Accreditation committee. We are so grateful for the expertise, care, and versatility she brings to every project she touches. Join us in wishing Shannon a fantastic birthday! Learn more about the programs Shannon helps shape at www.seniaacademy.org! #SENIA #InclusionMatters #HappyBirthday #SENIAAcademy #ExecutiveFunctioning #CommunityLeadership

How do we move from a commitment to inclusion to systems that make inclusion real? On September 17, our Executive Director Lori Boll will join the ISLES Collaborative community for Inclusion by Design: Exploring the SENIA Disability Inclusion Standards. Lori will introduce SENIA’s Disability Inclusion Standards and guide participants through a practical self-assessment designed to help schools examine where they are now and identify meaningful next steps. We’re looking forward to sharing this work with educators committed to creating schools where every learner can belong and thrive. #DisabilityInclusion #InclusiveEducation #InternationalSchools #SchoolLeadership #SENIAInternational

On World Physical Therapy Day, we honor the physical therapists, movement specialists, and school-based PTs who empower students to build physical independence and fully access their learning environments. School-based physical therapy is a critical pillar of holistic inclusion. However, allied health professionals often work in isolation within school systems. Connecting PTs with international inclusion networks, shared resources, and ongoing professional development ensures that physical, environmental, and learning supports are fully aligned. Through SENIA's Affiliate Membership, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and independent specialists gain access to a global network of inclusive practice leaders, specialized content, and collaborative support. Thank you to all physical therapists for moving inclusion forward every single day. Explore the benefits of a SENIA Affiliate Membership for therapists and specialists: https://lnkd.in/g2rPfV4m #WorldPTDay #PhysicalTherapy #AlliedHealth #InclusiveEducation #SchoolBasedPT #SENIAInternational #SpecialEducation

Could some of the behaviors we are trying to correct actually be responses to sensory demands? 🎥 SENIA Unplugged Intro Video Highlight Attention, regulation, behavior, and executive function do not exist separately from the way students experience their environment. At SENIA International's Unplugged 2026 Conference, Elizabeth Pokorny and Danielle Organ will present: “Behavior Through a Sensory Lens: Supporting Executive Function in the Classroom” This workshop will explore the connection between sensory processing, self-regulation, executive function, and classroom participation. Participants will explore how to: • Understand sensory systems such as proprioception and interoception • Recognize how sensory thresholds influence attention and behavior • Connect sensory processing with executive function development • Identify signs of sensory and regulation challenges • Apply practical sensory supports within everyday classroom routines • Create environments that improve engagement and readiness to learn Join Elizabeth, Danielle, and educators around the world at SENIA Unplugged 2026, November 20 to 22. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gaRZXF3K Look through the sensory lens. Understand regulation differently. Design environments that support participation. #SENIAUnplugged2026 #SensoryProcessing #ExecutiveFunction #SelfRegulation #InclusiveClassrooms

Happy Birthday to the SENIA Academy GOAT, Rachel Arnold! From architecting the original Level One course to contributing to our Level Two program and beyond, Rachel’s knowledge and creative heart have shaped the very foundation of how we learn together. We are grateful for her vision, dedication, and the passion she pours into our community. Join us in wishing Rachel the happiest of birthdays! Explore the programs Rachel helped create at seniaacademy.org! #SENIA #InclusionMatters #HappyBirthday #SENIAAcademy #LearningAndGrowing

What if a student knows exactly what to do, but still cannot get started? 🎥 SENIA Unplugged Intro Video Highlight A blank page, forgotten instructions, repeated prompting, or difficulty beginning independent work can easily be interpreted as avoidance or lack of effort. But sometimes the student is simply stuck before the start. At SENIA International's Unplugged 2026 Conference, Branca Teixeira and Chaula Badiani will present: “Stuck Before the Start: Supporting Students Through Task Initiation and Working Memory from a Special Ed and Sensory-Informed Lens” Participants will examine task initiation and working memory through executive function and sensory-informed perspectives. Participants will explore how to: • Recognize signs of task initiation and working memory challenges • Understand how sensory regulation influences participation • Reframe assumptions about motivation, effort, and attention • Reduce cognitive load through practical classroom supports • Use visual systems, movement, scaffolds, and environmental adjustments • Strengthen collaboration around students who need additional support Join Branca, Chaula, and educators around the world at SENIA Unplugged 2026, November 20 to 22. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gaRZXF3K Look beneath the hesitation. Reduce the barriers. Help students move from stuck to started. #SENIAUnplugged2026 #ExecutiveFunction #WorkingMemory #SensorySupport #StudentIndependence

What important information about a student might never appear on an admissions form? 🎥 SENIA Unplugged Intro Video Highlight Transitions can reveal challenges that were previously hidden. Entering a new school, changing grades, or preparing to leave can all create moments when students need more intentional support. At SENIA International's Unplugged 2026 Conference, Amanda Lee Dayal and Rubina Anis will present: “Understanding What Lies Beneath: Admissions and Transition Tools for Learner Support” Amanda and Rubina will help educators examine the blind spots that can occur during admissions and transitions and introduce practical tools for responding more effectively. Participants will explore how to: • Identify needs that may remain hidden during admissions • Ask better questions at key transition points • Recognize common blind spots in school processes • Support students entering, moving through, and leaving school communities • Consider the unique experiences of internationally mobile families • Build smoother transitions that help students feel seen and supported Join Amanda, Rubina, and educators around the world at SENIA Unplugged 2026, November 20 to 22. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gaRZXF3K Look beyond the paperwork. Ask better questions. Build transitions that help students thrive. #SENIAUnplugged2026 #StudentTransitions #Admissions #InternationalSchools #StudentSupport

🎉 SENIA World Changer Award — September 2026 🎉 We’re proud to announce Advaith “Addu” Menon as the SENIA World Changer Award for September 2026! Addu inspires inclusion by showing that communication extends far beyond spoken words. As a non-verbal autistic individual, he moderated the Autism Awareness Panel at Cisco with incredible confidence. Using the Avaz app to introduce panelists, ask thoughtful questions, and share how his helmet helps him manage anxiety. In front of nearly 230 employees, Addu challenged stereotypes and reminded us that every communication style, AAC, gestures, or technology, carries equal meaning. His leadership is proof that autistic individuals can create productivity, connection, and meaningful impact when opportunities and inclusion are made real. 💛 📽️ Watch a short video to see Addu’s message in action: https://lnkd.in/gxaeTdb2 Congratulations, Addu! 👏✨