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Behavior is communication. We discuss compassionate strategies for supporting students’ success without punishment approaches. Watch: www.youtube.com/watc... #getessential #BehindTheBehavior #EducationPodcast #BehaviorSupport #InclusiveSchools #SpecialEducation #EducatorLife #SchoolLeaders
February 11, 2026 at 4:06 PM
Honored to present at #CEC2026 on Strategic Leadership & Disability Compliance (March 11) and serve as Co-Chair & Moderator for the Yes I Can Awards (March 13). #cec2026 #cec #getessential
#SpecialEducation #Section504 #IDEA #InclusiveEducation #EducationLeadership
March 4, 2026 at 5:04 PM
Summer is a perfect time to catch up on Seasons 1–4 of the #EdufaithEssentials Podcast! bit.ly/3DqXvDQ ✅ IDEA ✅ IEPs & Section 504 ✅ MTSS ✅ Behavior Support! Season 5 arrives in August! #GetEssential #EdLeadership #MTSS #IEP #SpecialEducation #MTSS #IEP #EducationPodcast
July 3, 2026 at 3:17 PM
In this week's Edufaith blog, I share five evidence-based strategies to support students with exceptionalities during summer. .📖 Read Part 1: wix.to/PNUk8KM #EducationalLeadership #SpecialEducation #InclusiveEducation #SummerLearning #StudentSuccess #IEP #Section504 #MTSS #GetEssential
June 30, 2026 at 3:25 PM
Inclusive leadership means turning policy into practice. Strategic Leadership and Disability Compliance
Learn more: wix.to/BV8Mycg
Watch: youtu.be/MW5clcsZN08
#podcast #GetEssential #Inclusiveeducation #dyslexiaresource
May 13, 2026 at 5:16 PM
Edufaith’s research-aligned classroom design checklist helps teams audit routines, materials, and assessments through an MTSS/inclusive lens. Free resource for site members—subscribe now: www.edufaithconsulting.com
#InclusiveEducation #MTSS #Edufaith #GetEssential
April 28, 2026 at 7:37 PM
Edufaith’s research-aligned classroom design checklist helps teams audit routines, materials, and assessments through an MTSS/inclusive lens. Free resource for site members—subscribe now: www.edufaithconsulting.com
#InclusiveEducation #MTSS #Edufaith #GetEssential
April 28, 2026 at 4:16 PM
As educational leaders and family advocates, we have a responsibility to support Section 504 compliance:
3 strategies:
Alternative testing
Flexible timing
Assistive technology
#edchat #Section504 #InclusiveEducation #StudentSuccess #SchoolLeadership #ParentAdvocacy #K12Education #GetEssential
April 27, 2026 at 5:16 PM
March 31, 2026 at 5:39 PM
Three small classroom adjustments. Big impact for students with disabilities. This post shares practical, research-aligned strategies tied to MTSS. Become a site member to learn more. #getessential #GetEssential #MTSS #SpecialEducation #InclusiveEducation #EdLeadership
March 30, 2026 at 12:24 PM
The GetEssential Marching Forward with MTSS breaks down MTSS compliance into real strategies for educators and families. Podcast: youtu.be/MzEFu976hGQ...
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What should we cover next?
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March 27, 2026 at 3:14 PM
Get essential strategies to strengthen systems and support diverse learners.
Watch/Listen: youtu.be/MzEFu976hGQ...
✨ Subscribers get access to an MTSS resource: www.edufaithconsulting.com
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March 25, 2026 at 4:55 PM
Dr. Nakia & Edufaith at the Yes, I Can! Thankful, Empowered, and Blessed to Moderate and Co-chair the National CEC 2026 Yes I Can Awards in Salt Lake City, Utah. So honored to be here among inspiring exceptional youth. #cec2026 #getessential #GetEssential
March 22, 2026 at 2:26 PM
MTSS works when systems support every learner. Subscribe & become a site member for a free resource!
youtu.be/MzEFu976hGQ...
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March 17, 2026 at 8:37 PM
CEC 2026 ✨

Presenting on Strategic Leadership (3/11)
Moderating the Yes I Can Awards (3/13)

Inclusive leadership matters. Students matter.

#CEC2026 #SpecialEducation #EducationalEquity #GetEssential
March 9, 2026 at 4:04 PM
Get Essential: Marching Forward with MTSS
This episode explores the MTSS framework, tiered interventions, and leadership strategies that help schools improve outcomes.
🎧 Listen: bit.ly/47ahaDr
▶️ Watch: youtu.be/MzEFu976hGQ
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March 6, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Teachers and parents—are you ready to strengthen your behavior support toolkit?
You’ll gain practical insights into behavior intervention and proactive supports that improve outcomes for diverse learners.
Watch: youtu.be/fooren21IlQ...
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February 27, 2026 at 6:20 PM
Highlighting impactful advocacy wins for all! Essential Tips books offer practical strategies for IEPs, 504 Plans & MTSS implementation. amzn.to/3k2dMoC or www.edufaithconsulting.com #getessential #SpecialEducation #IEP #504Plan #InclusiveEducation
#EducationAdvocacy #AccessibilityMatters
Dr. Nakia Simmons Cotton: books, biography, latest update
Follow Dr. Nakia Simmons Cotton and explore their bibliography from Amazon's Dr. Nakia Simmons Cotton Author Page.
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February 25, 2026 at 5:20 PM
Are you ready to equip yourselves with essential strategies? Our latest episode breaks down the role of a behavior specialist-Don't miss it! youtu.be/fooren21IlQ... #getessential #BehaviorSupport #ParentingTips #504Plan #SpecialEducation #InclusiveEducation
#EducationAdvocacy #AccessibilityMatters
February 20, 2026 at 8:20 PM
Join me with our guest Dr. Melvin Middleton Jr. as he shares key insights on behavioral intervention and building inclusive school systems: youtu.be/fooren21IlQ #getessential #SpecialEducation #InclusiveSchools #EducationPodcast #BehaviorSupport #InclusiveSchools #EducatorLife #SchoolLeaders
February 19, 2026 at 6:06 PM