Hello there! I’m Samantha Kilburn, the proud neurodivergent founder of EduAndYou. Today, I want to share something close to my heart about why neurodiversity affirming practices are absolutely in and why shaming neurodivergent individuals is out . From stimming to children's books, here's a personal account on what neurodiversity affirming practices mean, why they matter, and how you (yes, you!) can implement them into your classroom or home-setting. What Does Neurodiversit

Hey there! I’m super excited to share with you what’s brewing at EduAndYou this month and beyond. We’re diving deep into something that truly matters: special education legislation and funding in Central Oregon . We’re also kicking off a brand-new series called Letters from the High Desert that you won’t want to miss! So, grab a comfy seat, and let’s explore how we’re can shape the future of education one letter at a time. Funding Special Education: What We're Talking About

What Does Neurodiversity Really Mean? First things first, what exactly is neurodiversity? You are welcome to look up the exact definition, but the way that I always look at it is as a term that recognizes that brains come in all different shapes and sizes. People think, learn, and experience the world in unique ways. This includes folks with Autism, ADHD, and many other differences. Instead of seeing these as “problems” or “disorders,” a lot of people are moving towards viewi