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The PL Project: Expanding Possibilities

The PL Project: Expanding Possibilities

NSSEO

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Education

Frequency: 1 episode/70d. Total Eps: 25

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The world of education can be overwhelming and complicated, and it doesn't always have to be that way. Listen in on a multidisciplinary group of lifelong learners while they search for practical, real-life solutions to all things educational. If you're looking for snippets of insight mixed in with laughs, book recommendations, and the alphabet soup of educational jargon, you've made it to the right place.
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The PL Project 25: Kelly Fonner and Sayard Bass

Episode 25

jeudi 4 décembre 2025 • Duration 32:28

NSSEO District Coaches Tara Hanson and Kim Wimer sit down with Kelly Fonner and Sayard Bass to discuss their upcoming presentation at the NSSEO Jan 5th Institute Day titled Beyond the Checklist: Applying QIAT for Real-World AT Implementation. NSSEO and member district staff can click here to register.    Kelly Fonner is a special educator and AT consultant who has been a para-educator, teacher, instructional media specialist, assistive technology specialist in EI, K-12, university, and statewide settings. Kelly has presented in the field of AT/AAC for over 40 years across the US and internationally. She is a leadership member of Quality Indicators for Assistive Technology (QIAT), WI AAC Network, an ATIA Conference Adviser, and is a co-author of the QIAT books. You can find out more information about Kelly and her services at www.kellyfonner.com. Sayard Bass is a Speech Pathologist and Assistive Technology Professional with the Southwest Cook County Cooperative near Chicago, where she built and leads the cooperative's AT program supporting 11 districts. She also teaches in the Assistive Technology Certificate Program at UIC and in AAC coursework at the College of DuPage. Sayard recently joined the QIAT leadership team, has collaborated nationally on QIAT and QIAT-PS initiatives, presents at conferences across the country, and was honored as a Joy Zabala Fellow in 2024. She believes deeply in sharing and teaching as essential parts of learning.   Find out more about QIAT and the resources mentioned in this podcast here. 

The PL Project 24: Shannon Wess and Carly Franzgrote

Episode 24

mercredi 19 novembre 2025 • Duration 45:28

NSSEO District Coaches Tara Hanson and Sheena Gunia sit down to chat with Shannon Wess and Carly Franzgrote to talk about their upcoming sessions at the NSSEO Institute Day on January 5, 2026.  Shannon will be presenting Beyond Compliance: Earning Instructional Control While Prioritizing Dignity and Respect - Easter Seals - AM Session 8:30-11:30. Carly's session titled Look Who's Talking! Increasing Communication Across Environments - Easter Seals - PM Session will be from 12:30-3:30 both at Harper College. NSSEO and member district staff can click on the links to register through Kickup. You won't want to miss these!    Shannon Wess, MSW, BCBA, is a behavior analyst with a strong background in autism services, special education coaching, and staff development.
She has led training and professional learning programs that energize and empower educators, and she created First Response, an autism awareness program for first responders. Shannon has presented at regional, national, and international conferences. She holds a master's in social work with a behavioral health focus and a post-master's certificate in applied behavior analysis.   Carly Franzgrote, MS, CCC-SLP, is an Autism Specialist with the Illinois Autism Partnership.
She began her career as a respite care provider, which sparked her passion for supporting individuals with autism and complex communication needs. As a speech-language pathologist in school settings, Carly developed deep expertise in AAC, functional communication, and coaching teams to carry over communication strategies. She holds a BA in elementary education with a special education endorsement and an MS in speech-language pathology from St. Ambrose University, along with her LBS1 and ASHA clinical certification.   You can find more information about the important work that Shannon and Carly do at EasterSeals, along with helpful resources on their website. Also, follow them on Instagram @eastersealsiap.

Episode 15: Jimmy Casas

Season 3 · Episode 1

mardi 10 octobre 2023 • Duration 59:24

Jimmy served twenty-two years as a school leader. He is a best selling author, speaker, leadership coach, and a state and national award winning principal. Under Jimmy's leadership, Bettendorf High School was named one of the best high schools in the country three times by Newsweek and U.S. News and World Report. JImmy was named the 2012 Iowa Principal of the Year and was runner-up NASSP 2013 National Principal of the Year. In 2014, Jimmy was invited to the White House to speak on the Future Ready Pledge. Finally, in 2015, he received the Bammy Award for the National Principal of the Year. Join Kristie and Rylee as we listen in on Jimmy Casas answers on the latest concerns facing teachers and administrators today. 

CMIYC 14: Interoception Curriculum with Kelly Maher

Season 2 · Episode 14

mardi 13 décembre 2022 • Duration 24:31

Join us for an exciting interview with Kelly Maher with NSSEO District Coach Kristie Wurglitz and Kirk School Occupational Therapist Julie Hollamby. In this episode, we dive deeper into Interoception discussing how to utilize this with students, where to start, steps to support staff, replacing compliance with curiosity, and increasing motivation amongst students and staff.  

CMIYC 013 Elena Aguilar

Season 2

lundi 25 avril 2022 • Duration 32:22

Join us for an exciting interview with Elena Aguilar and NSSEO District Coaches Kristie Wurglitz and Beh Mand. In this episode, we talk through cultivating resilience through the pandemic, Coaching roles, lifelong learning, and how to create fun and engaging professional development opportunities.

CMIYC Summer Learning Opportunities 2022

Season 2 · Episode 12

mercredi 16 mars 2022 • Duration 17:56

Rylee Coteus and Nicole Burke discuss available trainings coming this summer.

CMIYC 011 What does a BCBA do?

Season 2 · Episode 11

lundi 14 mars 2022 • Duration 43:02

Our NSSEO coaches discuss topics surrounding BCBA

CMIYC 010 Dan Pink

Season 2 · Episode 10

mardi 11 janvier 2022 • Duration 30:28

Join us for a dynamic interview with Daniel Pink and NSSEO District Coach Kristie Wurglitz. And Professional Learning Coordinator, Stacy Colgan. In this episode we discuss several of Daniel's best-selling books and topics such as engagement, autonomy, and creativity.

CMIYC 009 NSSEO Mentor Program with Mentee Domnika Mac

Season 2 · Episode 5

lundi 15 novembre 2021 • Duration 17:17

Stacy Colgan talks to 1st year mentee Domnika Mac on how her year is going and gives advice for future mentees.

CMIYC 008 Paula Kluth

Season 2 · Episode 4

jeudi 4 novembre 2021 • Duration 31:06

Join us for a dynamic interview with Paula Kluth and NSSEO District Coaches Kristie Wurglitz and Nicole Burke. In this episode we discuss keys to facilitating meetings and beyond.

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