Special Education Technology Center

09/02/2026

Come join this free community event with our friends at And Still We Rise, LLC and others!
September 12–13 | 10:00 am–5:00 pm
Talley High School | 7800 S. 132nd St. Seattle 98178
Register: https://r4ovf.share.hsforms.com/2JShubGmVSt2yQD3sjt8XzA

Join ASWR and community partners for two days created for families, students, educators, and community members.

Together, we will explore practical tools and resources that support student belonging, family advocacy, wellness, inclusive education, and stronger connections between schools and communities.

Participants can look forward to family learning, wellness resources, educator professional learning, community partners, student activities, outdoor recreation, food, and opportunities to connect.

Register: AndStillWeRise.us/media

09/02/2026

Join us next month Oct. 6th 4:00 PT for another great The Call In session.

Register for free: https://specialedtechcenter.com/the-call-in-reflective-and-practical-supports-for-inclusive-belonging-centered-schools/

Starts tomorrow, Sept. 1!

Each session brings reflection and practice together, giving participants space to:

• Explore real-world challenges
• Learn practical, inclusive strategies
• Strengthen belonging, access, and participation
• Identify small, actionable “micro moves” to apply immediately in classrooms, teams, and systems

You don’t need to have all the answers. Come ready to reflect, learn, and move your practice forward in community with others.

Learn more & register: https://www.andstillwerise.us/media

09/02/2026

Join us for free Assistive Technology & AAC Office Hours.

Each month will feature a free resource followed by time to answer YOUR questions about AT & AAC.

1st Monday of the month
11:00am - 12:00pm PT
Online | Free
Hosted by Sara Ayars and Sarah Kinsella, SETC

Registration link: https://specialedtechcenter.com/assistive-technology-aac-office-hours/

Let's connect!

08/31/2026

We hope you’ll join us for our September 25 SETC Conference at Puget Sound ESD in Renton, WA:

⭐The Art and Science of Access: When the Right Position Sparks Connection, presented by Brenda Del Monte. ⭐

The day will focus on supporting students who use switches, eye gaze, head tracking, and other alternative access methods—with communication always at the center.

We’re also making space for connection. You’ll have opportunities to interact with AAC vendors and a mounting vendor, enjoy some great giveaways, and connect with others doing this work—sharing wins, challenges, strategies, and tools.
60 ASHA CEUs available
Register now: https://specialedtechcenter.com/the-art-and-science-of-access-when-the-right-position-sparks-connection/

08/27/2026

🌟 SETC Spotlight: Brenda Del Monte 🌟

For over 20 years, Brenda has dedicated her career as a speech-language pathologist to helping individuals with disabilities communicate, connect, and participate. From her time in Washington schools to her current AAC consulting in Arizona, she always sees a person’s strengths and potential first.

Beyond her clinical work, Brenda is the co-founder of the nonprofit Believe Beyond Ability, author of the book I See You In There, and the wonderful co-host of our Awe and Wonder Podcast 🎤.

🔗 Read more: https://specialedtechcenter.com/newsletter-august-2026/

💫Want to see Brenda in person? Join us at our upcoming conference:

*The Art and Science of Access: When the Right Position Sparks Connection*
📆September 25th in Renton, WA60 ASHA CEUs available
$125 including catered lunch

Register Now! https://specialedtechcenter.com/the-art-and-science-of-access-when-the-right-position-sparks-connection/

08/07/2026

Our last fidget of the week takes only 2 items! Check out how easy it is to make the BEAD TWIRLER.

08/07/2026

Make your own fidget!

Our last fidget uses only 2 items:
🖇️paperclip
🧿 beads

Watch Lexi's video to see how to make your own BEAD TWIRLER fidget!

Make sure to check out our Make Your Own Fidget YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJe7RaC8OyJs

08/05/2026

Make your own FIDGETS!

Lexi is back with another fun fidget craft- MARBLE MAZE. This one is quiet which makes it perfect for places like school or a movie theater.

Check it out and let us know what you think!

Watch this short tutorial to learn how to make a DIY Marble Maze Fi...

08/04/2026

Make your own FIDGETS! 🛠️✨

Yesterday Brayden showed us how to make a soda tab twirler 🥤🌀.

Today Lexi takes us through the steps to make your own RAINBOW BEAD SLIDER fidget 🌈. https://youtube.com/shorts/0XCl0xMWghM?feature=share

What will these kids think of next?? Find out tomorrow!

Learn how to make a simple DIY Pony Bead Slider Fidget in this tuto...

08/03/2026

Make your own FIDGETS! 🛠️✨

Fidgets are fantastic tools for focus and self-regulation, and the best part? You don't always need to buy them!

This week, we are sharing 4 different types of fidgets you can easily make right at home.

First up: The SODA TAB TWIRLER! 🥤🌀 Watch Brayden teach us exactly how to put this together using just a few simple materials you might already have lying around the house.

Save this post to try later, and let us know in the comments how yours turns out! 👇

Learn how to make a DIY Soda Tab Twirler Fidget with this simple tu...