Overview:On this episode of the SENIA Happy Hour podcast, host Lori Boll speaks with Maymouna Sakho and Dr. MaryAnn DeRosa about their collaborative project "From the Margins, For the Margins." These two passionate educators share their personal journeys and how their experiences have shaped their approach to inclusive education. Maymouna and MaryAnn discuss the importance of developing a mindset that celebrates neurodiversity and different ways of learning, rather than viewing students as problems to be fixed. They explain how their monthly meetups exemplify their strategy of distilling mindset, knowledge, and practice into accessible steps for educators. The conversation highlights their unique approach to professional development in inclusive education, emphasizing joy, practical strategies, and the power of building a supportive learning community. Listeners will gain insights into how these educators are working to transform learning support practices in international schools and beyond, with a focus on student agency and dignity for all learners.

Connect

• Email: adjam.sakho@gmail.com & mas.derosa@gmail.com

• LinkedIn: Maymouna

• LinkedIn: Dr. DeRosa

• Website: Sakho Learning Consultancy