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Teacher-parent urges Burleson ISD to expand training, supports for neurodivergent students
Summary
Samantha Steinbart, a district teacher and parent, told the board she is asking the district to partner with families and provide meaningful training and supports for students with ADHD and autism, citing state prevalence data and concerns about inconsistent special education implementation.
Samantha Steinbart, a Burleson ISD teacher and parent, addressed the board during the public-comment period on Oct. 27 to urge the district to increase training and supports for neurodivergent students, particularly those with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and autism.
Steinbart said she has been an educator for 10 years and described her mission as promoting academic growth while prioritizing "human…
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