This week, Sarah, Michael, and Ryan are doing a special episode following Hurricane Ian in which they interview Shirrie Barany, Academica’s Assistant Director for Special Education, to provide some insight on how schools can have a positive impact their students, parents, and other stakeholders amid natural disasters. Equity issues are also discussed.

Don't just listen, join the conversation! Tweet us at @AcademicaMedia or with the hashtag #BigIdeasinEducation with questions or new topics you want to see discussed.

Hosts: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair); Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye); Michael Hernandez
Producer: Ross Ulysse

Resources:

https://www.wesh.com/article/central-florida-school-closures-ian/41387546#
https://www.nctsn.org/what-is-child-trauma/trauma-types/disasters/hurricane-resources
https://www.srcd.org/research/understanding-impacts-natural-disasters-children
https://www.myflfamilies.com/
https://www.fema.gov/disaster/hurricane-ian