Julie Causton, a best-selling author and inspiring speaker, brings her wealth of experience and passion for inclusion to this insightful presentation. As the founder of Inclusive Schooling, Causton has dedicated her career to helping educators and school leaders create environments where every student can thrive. Alongside her colleague, Kristie Pretti-Frontczak, she works with school districts across the world to deliver transformative and engaging professional development aimed at creating learning environments where all students flourish. Their work is designed to help educators and school leaders reimagine educational systems, practices, and spaces to be more inclusive.
In this talk, Causton will introduce her “Circle Maker” concept, emphasizing the importance of building communities where everyone has a place in inclusive classrooms. Drawing from her time at UW–Madison’s School of Education, she’ll reflect on how the principles of equity, collaboration, and belonging have guided her successful career. Attendees will leave with valuable insights and practical resources to support inclusive practices in their own educational settings.
With a background that includes years as a public school educator and a professor at Syracuse University, Causton’s approach is grounded in both experience and a deep commitment to discovering innovative practices in inclusive education. Join her for an engaging and thought-provoking session that will leave you inspired to reimagine education.