Welcome to another episode of A Step Forward and join us for an inspiring conversation with Kara Hecht, a passionate Adapted PE turned TVI with a wealth of experience working with students who have multiple impairments and visual challenges. Kara shares her journey of dreaming big for her students and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. Discover how she creatively adapts activities like PE to ensure every student feels included and valued, no matter their challenges.

🔍 In This Episode:

• Adapting to Student Needs: Kara discusses her approach to integrating students with multiple impairments into everyday activities.

  
  



• High Expectations, Big Dreams: She emphasizes the power of high expectations and the importance of believing in every student’s potential.

  
  



• Collaboration Strategies: Learn how Kara collaborates with educators, overcoming resistance and finding innovative ways to work as a team.

  
  



• Creative Adaptations in PE: Hear about real-life examples of adapting routines, like using a gait trainer and an adapted bike to boost student participation in PE.

  
  



• Inspiring Others: Kara shares her strategies for leading by example and inspiring others to think big for their students.

  
  

🎯 Key Takeaways:

• Dream Big for Students: Assume they can achieve more than meets the eye.

  
  



• Collaboration is Key: Success comes from involving the whole team and recognizing each other's strengths.

  
  



• Break Routines for Progress: Don’t be afraid to shake up routines—new ideas can bring out the best in students and educators alike.

  
  



• Embrace Failure as Growth: It’s okay to fail—what matters is trying new things and learning from the process.

  
  

Whether you’re an educator, a parent, or just someone passionate about making a difference, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways. Plus, a sneak peek into Kara’s upcoming presentation at the TVI symposium, where she’ll share even more strategies for success. Tune in and let’s dream big together for our students! 🎧✨

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