Simi
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A Framework for Disability Inclusion at School
School leaders and teachers can use this model to learn about and fight ableism through self-reflection and systems change.
www.edutopia.org
After understanding my own contribution to ableism I created a framework for myself and fellow educators to begin the work to disrupt it within our institutions @edutopia.bsky.social
www.edutopia.org/article/disa...
www.edutopia.org/article/disa...
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Alice Wong, a transformational leader for disability rights and justice, who founded the Disability Visibility project to magnify disabled culture, died Nov. 14.
Throughout her life, she stressed the value of community in the fight for equal access.
Throughout her life, she stressed the value of community in the fight for equal access.
Alice Wong, disability rights advocate and wordsmith, dies at 51
Alice Wong, a transformational leader for disability rights and justice, who founded the Disability Visibility project to magnify disabled culture, died Nov. 14.
www.washingtonpost.com
November 16, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Alice Wong, a transformational leader for disability rights and justice, who founded the Disability Visibility project to magnify disabled culture, died Nov. 14.
Throughout her life, she stressed the value of community in the fight for equal access.
Throughout her life, she stressed the value of community in the fight for equal access.
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IT’S ELECTION DAY, AMERICA!
Remember to get out and VOTE!!!
Remember to get out and VOTE!!!
November 4, 2025 at 2:40 PM
IT’S ELECTION DAY, AMERICA!
Remember to get out and VOTE!!!
Remember to get out and VOTE!!!
When members of Congress face threats, the federal government moves quickly to allocate funds for their protection. Meanwhile, the broader public, especially children in schools , continue to live with the reality of mass shootings and underfunded security measures
House Republicans put forth a proposal to fund the government that includes $30 million for lawmaker security, as Congress grapples with increasing political violence.
'People are scared': Congress grapples with increasing political violence
House Republicans put forth a proposal to fund the government that includes $30 million for lawmaker security, as Congress grapples with increasing political violence.
n.pr
September 17, 2025 at 12:43 PM
When members of Congress face threats, the federal government moves quickly to allocate funds for their protection. Meanwhile, the broader public, especially children in schools , continue to live with the reality of mass shootings and underfunded security measures
Instead of passing gun laws to protect our children, we’ve fueled an industry that profits from our inaction.
The school security industry is worth as much as $4 billion, and it's projected to keep growing.
Too many companies are making millions off our fear and the lack of action from lawmakers to keep our kids safe.
https://n.pr/46hcFpz
Too many companies are making millions off our fear and the lack of action from lawmakers to keep our kids safe.
https://n.pr/46hcFpz
The school shooting industry is worth billions — and it keeps growing
The effort to keep schools safe from mass shooters has ballooned into a multibillion-dollar industry. Companies are selling school districts assurance with high-tech products.
n.pr
September 13, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Instead of passing gun laws to protect our children, we’ve fueled an industry that profits from our inaction.
Florida erasing certificates of completion tells children & people with disabilities their achievements don’t count. Add the Big Beautiful Bill’s Medicaid work requirements and it’s cruelty on top of cruelty
www.cfpublic.org/education/20...
www.cfpublic.org/education/20...
Florida will phase out certificates of completion for students with disabilities
The change comes after a legislative session that for the most part championed the rights of students with disabilities.
www.cfpublic.org
August 23, 2025 at 11:16 PM
Florida erasing certificates of completion tells children & people with disabilities their achievements don’t count. Add the Big Beautiful Bill’s Medicaid work requirements and it’s cruelty on top of cruelty
www.cfpublic.org/education/20...
www.cfpublic.org/education/20...
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Young Kim voted to cut Medicaid for millions of Americans who rely on it — including my sibling, and thousands in our community. This is why we must win this campaign and make sure that healthcare is a human right for everyone.
www.ocregister.com/2025/07/25/y...
www.ocregister.com/2025/07/25/y...
July 26, 2025 at 3:07 PM
Young Kim voted to cut Medicaid for millions of Americans who rely on it — including my sibling, and thousands in our community. This is why we must win this campaign and make sure that healthcare is a human right for everyone.
www.ocregister.com/2025/07/25/y...
www.ocregister.com/2025/07/25/y...
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I’m excited to officially announce my candidacy for California’s 40th Congressional District! It's critical that Democrats take back the House to stop the chaos and corruption threatening our democracy. I'm ready to fight for an affordable future for all!
July 21, 2025 at 5:36 PM
I’m excited to officially announce my candidacy for California’s 40th Congressional District! It's critical that Democrats take back the House to stop the chaos and corruption threatening our democracy. I'm ready to fight for an affordable future for all!
Idk. I also forgot who George Clooney was.
May 17, 2025 at 1:40 PM
Idk. I also forgot who George Clooney was.
Nothing like my neighbors loudly watching episode 2 of the last of us so I can audibly be re-traumatized.
April 29, 2025 at 4:21 AM
Nothing like my neighbors loudly watching episode 2 of the last of us so I can audibly be re-traumatized.
#specialeducation teachers/ all teachers/ all educators - demand that your elected officials answer why they want to rob the protection and services of children with disabilities. Call them. Demand meetings. Make them accountable.
March 20, 2025 at 9:00 PM
#specialeducation teachers/ all teachers/ all educators - demand that your elected officials answer why they want to rob the protection and services of children with disabilities. Call them. Demand meetings. Make them accountable.
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“If you're not careful, the newspapers will have you hating the people who are being oppressed, and loving the people who are doing the oppressing.”
A classic quote from Malcolm X, who was assassinated 60 years ago today.
A classic quote from Malcolm X, who was assassinated 60 years ago today.
February 22, 2025 at 4:50 AM
“If you're not careful, the newspapers will have you hating the people who are being oppressed, and loving the people who are doing the oppressing.”
A classic quote from Malcolm X, who was assassinated 60 years ago today.
A classic quote from Malcolm X, who was assassinated 60 years ago today.
In a perpetual state of editing my voice to text messages
February 12, 2025 at 3:59 AM
In a perpetual state of editing my voice to text messages
The dudes you hated the most in high school have access to proprietary info. Cool.
NEW: The 19-year-old Elon Musk surrogate known as “Big Balls” has a State Dept. email address and is listed as a “Senior Advisor”
Role gives Edward Coristine, reported to have been fired from a prev. job for leaking info, broad visibility into State Dept data
www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...
Role gives Edward Coristine, reported to have been fired from a prev. job for leaking info, broad visibility into State Dept data
www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...
19-year-old Musk surrogate has State Department email address
The move illustrates that Elon Musk’s U.S. DOGE Service aides are being asked to fulfill multiple roles at once.
www.washingtonpost.com
February 10, 2025 at 7:31 PM
The dudes you hated the most in high school have access to proprietary info. Cool.
Out in support of our teachers and students as we heed the threat to the dept of ed @momsdemand.bsky.social
February 9, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Out in support of our teachers and students as we heed the threat to the dept of ed @momsdemand.bsky.social
Activism works - next we have to push for new leadership from the Dem party.
IT’S WORKING: The Senate minority leader had initially said he would not lean on his colleagues to reflexively oppose every nominee, but changed his stance after the president’s actions generated heavy pressure from the left.
Schumer Urged Democrats to Oppose Trump Nominees in Protest of His Policies
The Senate minority leader had initially said he would not lean on his colleagues to reflexively oppose every nominee, but changed his stance after the president’s actions generated heavy pressure fro...
www.nytimes.com
February 9, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Activism works - next we have to push for new leadership from the Dem party.
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One GOP proposal takes aim squarely at parents raising children on their own by eliminating the “head of household” filing status to reap some $200B more in taxes over a decade from single parents and other adults caring for dependents on their own.
To Pay for Trump Tax Cuts, House GOP Floats Plan to Slash Benefits for the Poor and Working Class
A menu of options being circulated by congressional Republicans also includes new tax cuts for corporations and the ultrawealthy.
propub.li
February 2, 2025 at 4:00 AM
One GOP proposal takes aim squarely at parents raising children on their own by eliminating the “head of household” filing status to reap some $200B more in taxes over a decade from single parents and other adults caring for dependents on their own.
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Wow. Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde fearlessly calls out Trump and Vance to their faces. This is heroic.
(posting in 3 parts due to Bluesky's 1 minute limit)
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January 21, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Wow. Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde fearlessly calls out Trump and Vance to their faces. This is heroic.
(posting in 3 parts due to Bluesky's 1 minute limit)
(posting in 3 parts due to Bluesky's 1 minute limit)
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A word of caution for the months and years to come:
Outrage is anger which arises from fear which is a deep-seated human response, and farming outrage for attention is not a partisan phenomenon.
Before you spread it, double check your sources.
Outrage is anger which arises from fear which is a deep-seated human response, and farming outrage for attention is not a partisan phenomenon.
Before you spread it, double check your sources.
January 20, 2025 at 3:40 PM
A word of caution for the months and years to come:
Outrage is anger which arises from fear which is a deep-seated human response, and farming outrage for attention is not a partisan phenomenon.
Before you spread it, double check your sources.
Outrage is anger which arises from fear which is a deep-seated human response, and farming outrage for attention is not a partisan phenomenon.
Before you spread it, double check your sources.
We are just pawns.
Breaking news: President-elect Donald Trump confirmed Sunday that he will issue an executive order once he takes office Monday to delay the federal ban against TikTok and give the company more time to distance itself from its Chinese ownership.
Trump promises to delay TikTok ban in U.S. with Monday executive order
Trump says the order will delay enforcement of the TikTok ban so “we can make a deal to protect our national security” with partial U.S. ownership of the platform.
www.washingtonpost.com
January 19, 2025 at 4:01 PM
We are just pawns.
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LBF parent leaders are collecting child sized masks to distribute to kids at LBUSD schools. Drop by during the hours below or DM us to coordinate. #LongBeach #LAwildfires #MutualAid
January 11, 2025 at 7:00 PM
LBF parent leaders are collecting child sized masks to distribute to kids at LBUSD schools. Drop by during the hours below or DM us to coordinate. #LongBeach #LAwildfires #MutualAid
Hey Long Beach! Join us on Sunday morning for some donuts and coffee as we gather together to bring essential items for our LA neighbors. If you can’t make it, please consider donating, we will gather all the items and distribute right after.
January 10, 2025 at 3:03 AM
Hey Long Beach! Join us on Sunday morning for some donuts and coffee as we gather together to bring essential items for our LA neighbors. If you can’t make it, please consider donating, we will gather all the items and distribute right after.
Nothing like homework mandating minute requirements around nightly reading to foster the love of literacy
January 8, 2025 at 2:24 AM
Nothing like homework mandating minute requirements around nightly reading to foster the love of literacy
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Can California keep ICE away from schools? Lawmakers want to try as crackdowns loom lbpost.com/news/educati...
Can California keep ICE away from schools? Lawmakers want to try as crackdowns loom
California legislators want to limit deportation actions at schools, but they can’t ban immigration officials.
lbpost.com
January 5, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Can California keep ICE away from schools? Lawmakers want to try as crackdowns loom lbpost.com/news/educati...
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Wrote a piece on why educators and parents alike should care about housing policies and their implications for the viability of our public education systems 👇🏼
sigtrib.com/how-housing-...
sigtrib.com/how-housing-...
How housing policy can shape the future of our schools - Signal Tribune
This opinion editorial was written by Simi Sardana, a school district administrator, parent of two LBUSD students, and…
sigtrib.com
November 27, 2024 at 3:27 PM
Wrote a piece on why educators and parents alike should care about housing policies and their implications for the viability of our public education systems 👇🏼
sigtrib.com/how-housing-...
sigtrib.com/how-housing-...