Building a Village in Education with Irene Summers

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Autism and The Neuroverse

New Focus Academy

53 episodes

5 days ago

Dr. Brandon Park, Neuropsychologist & Founder of New Focus Academy, and Alta Swarnes, Family Connections Director, present a podcast on neuroscience and family/professional support, with emphasis on Autism. Dr Park is a self-proclaimed brain nerd and cognitive neuroscientist studying and supporting Autism. Alta Swarnes has been in the mental health field since 1997 and has a son on the Autism Spectrum. Episodes will have regular reviews of topics where Alta interviews various professionals, including Dr. Park, and special trainings with a general focus on Autism and co-occurring disorders.

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Building a Village in Education with Irene Summers

Autism and The Neuroverse

36 minutes 35 seconds

4 months ago

Building a Village in Education with Irene Summers

What does it take to truly support neurodiverse students in their educational journeys? On this episode of Autism and the Neurodiverse, we’re joined by Irene Summers, Academic Director at New Focus Academy. Irene shares her inspiring path into education, driven by a deep belief in the power of teamwork and community to help students thrive.

From reimagining education schedules to implementing flexible, neurodiverse-friendly learning structures, Irene offers expert insights into creating impactful educational environments. Learn why she believes every student deserves a strong network of support and how her team's innovative approaches are driving real change.

If you’re curious about fresh ways to engage neurodiverse learners or want a peek behind the scenes at a unique educational model, this episode is for you.

6/23/25