All Episodes
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Episode 27 - Beyond the Swing
In this episode, we dissect the nuts and bolts of inclusive playgrounds, from funding to construction, and discuss the importance of both free play and universal desig...
Episode 26 - Dream Wings - Inspiring Confidence
In this episode, we explore a program designed to make dreams come true for young people with disabilities in Nova Scotia and talk about why new experiences are crucia...
Episode 25 - The International X-Factor
In this episode, we answer the question, "What lessons can Canada learn from around the world to improve its accessibility landscape?" We explore the idea that our att...
Episode 24 - Making Time
In this episode, we respond to our previous conversation on the proper role of support staff in the school system and ask a Certified Educational Assistant (CEA) about...
Episode 23 - CP from Sea to Sea
In this episode, we trace the multi-faceted experience of life with cerebral palsy through the stages of education and into the professional world and workforce.Join M...
Episode 22 - Short on Time
In this episode, we discuss the role of Educational Assistants and the value of accounting for some extra time in the classroom to support a variety of students and th...
Episode 21 - Holiday Special: 2023 Recap
Join Mihai Covaser on a trip back through 2023 to learn a bit more about the "why?" behind the show and reflect on the past, present, and future of Help Teach.Merry Ch...
Episode 20 - Hand in Hand
In this episode, we discuss the concept of collaborative inclusion and how the classroom benefits from open doors to conversation between students, teachers, and paren...
Episode 19 - Best of Both Worlds
In this episode, we discuss the intersection of public and alternative forms of education and lessons that teachers can learn to supplement their accessibility plan in...
Episode 18 - Music to My Ears
In this episode, we discuss the value of musical education in practicing self-expression and how social justice, music, and education can all intersect in the lives of...
Episode 17 - One-Year Recap
In this episode, we celebrate one year of Help Teach! Enjoy this long-form recap and universal takeaway from all of our co-leads. Thank you all for your incredible sup...
Episode 16 - Things Gone Right
In this episode, we showcase a new inclusive initiative for school-age children in the Okanagan Valley and discuss some of the elements that make advocacy successful.J...
Episode 15 - Outdoors In Reach
In this episode, we discuss the intersection between disability advocacy and environmental activism and how students can be better supported as they seek to participat...
Episode 14 - Communication Crash Course
In this episode, we discuss the academic concerns surrounding non-verbal students, advocacy on behalf of someone else, and a specific challenge in the built environmen...
Episode 13 - Para-Parenting Pt. 2
In this episode, we discuss para-sport, the Paralympics, and how young athletes can participate in sports in their communities regardless of their disabilities.Join Mi...
Episode 13 - Para-Parenting Pt. 1
In this episode, we discuss the challenges unique to parenting with a disability and how schools can be more welcoming not only to their students but to the parents of...
Episode 12 - Late to the Party
In this episode, we discuss living with a visual impairment and what it means to be diagnosed with a disability at a later age in life, rather than from birth or early...
Episode 11 - Outside Looking In
In this episode, we discuss the importance of exposure to advocacy initiatives and disability programming in furthering the accessibility cause, as well as what it mea...
Episode 10 - Students of Life
In this episode, we discuss the many different perspectives an educator can embody simultaneously and the value of embracing a mindset for lifelong learning as an educ...
Episode 9 - Maximizing Potential: More Than Words
In this episode, we discuss the obstacles facing students with socioemotional, cognitive, and learning-based disabilities, as well as students under the "gifted" label.
Episode 8 - It's Your Right
In this episode, we discuss the rights of each child to equal opportunity and quality education.
Episode 7 - Things Better Left Said
In this episode, we discuss the vital importance of clear, open lines of communication in the classroom and outside.
Episode 6 - Missing Out and Coming Up
In this episode, we discuss missing school and disability representation in various popular media channels.
Episode 5 - An Inside Scoop
In this episode, we discuss disabilities in the classroom and the education system from the perspective of a teacher.
Episode 4 - Rare, Unseen and Misunderstood
In this episode, we discuss living with rare diagnoses and conditions and attitudinal barriers faced by stigmatized youths.
Episode 3 - Being Heard
In this episode, we discuss Deaf culture and history and the social vs. medical models of disability.
Episode 2 - To PE or Not to PE
In this episode, we discuss sports and physical education in school for youths with disabilities.
Episode 1 (Pilot) - Talk the Walk
In this pilot episode, we introduce the discussion of youths with disabilities in education and how to talk to them.