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Think InclusiveSaving ED: Why the U.S. Department of Education is Essential for Students with DisabilitiesAbout the Guest(s):Glenna Wright-Gallo, is most the recent assistant secretary in the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services at the United States Department of Education under the previous administration and a seasoned expert in public education, focusing on special education and policy implementation. With nearly two decades of experience in state educational agencies and a strategic stint at the U.S. Department of Education, Glenna has developed a deep understanding of inclusion and systemic improvement. As a recognized advocate for equitable educational opportunities, she actively works to enhance the quality of education for...2025-02-101h 16
Think InclusiveSaving ED: Why the U.S. Department of Education is Essential for Students with DisabilitiesAbout the Guest(s):Glenna Wright-Gallo, is most the recent assistant secretary in the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services at the United States Department of Education under the previous administration and a seasoned expert in public education, focusing on special education and policy implementation. With nearly two decades of experience in state educational agencies and a strategic stint at the U.S. Department of Education, Glenna has developed a deep understanding of inclusion and systemic improvement. As a recognized advocate for equitable educational opportunities, she actively works to enhance the quality of education for...2025-02-101h 16
Awe and Wonder Podcast: AAC & ATS6 E1: More Leaders & Changemakers featuring Glenna Wright-GalloGlenna Wright-Gallo serves as the Assistant Secretary in the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) at the U.S. Department of Education. She played a key role in developing two influential resources: the Myths and Facts document and the National Education Technology Plan (NETP), which clarify available support systems and their intended purposes. Drawing from her diverse experiences as someone who uses assistive technology, a parent, and an educational leader, Glenna advocates passionately for assistive technology and believes that all students can learn.
2025-01-1347 min
Educating All Learners AllianceBreaking Down the AT Guidance and NETP: Bridging Digital DividesIn this episode, EALA is joined by Christine Fox from CITES, Glenna Wright-Gallo from OSERS, Zachary Chase from OET. Listen in as they discuss the importance of the AT guidance that was released alongside the National Educational Technology Plan (NETP). To learn more, visit:
AT Guidance Resources page on CITES: https://cites.cast.org/get-started/policy
Myths and Facts graphics: https://cites.cast.org/get-started/myths-facts
FAQ page: https://cites.cast.org/more/faq-from-the-assistive-technology-at-guidance-webinar
Access the full podcast transcript at: https://bit.ly/DeepDiveWithOSERS_CITES_OET
2024-07-2322 min
Connected NationEmpowering education: The role of assistive technologySend us a textOn today’s episode of the Connected Nation Podcast, we focus on important guidance provided by the US Department of Education regarding the use of assistive technology devices and services for children with disabilities. We are joined by the woman who leads the office that provides that guidance – about the facts and the myths - that surround the use of these technologies within our public schools. Recommended Links: Myths and Facts PDF About Glenna Wright-GalloA call to action for closing the digital access, design, and use di...2024-05-0146 min