80 Episodes

  1. Bias in school discipline: When the teacher says your child is “acting out”

    Published: 02/11/2022

  2. Myths about special education

    Published: 05/10/2022

  3. “The Opportunity Gap” Season 2

    Published: 28/09/2022

  4. A mom of 8 with limited resources on advocating for her son with ADHD, and feeling judged

    Published: 09/06/2022

  5. Bullying, shame, and parenting guilt: Reacting to real stories

    Published: 26/05/2022

  6. Wisdom for families from LeDerick Horne, poet with dyslexia

    Published: 12/05/2022

  7. Understanding your child’s behavior as communication

    Published: 28/04/2022

  8. How “The Talk” changes with disability and learning differences

    Published: 14/04/2022

  9. Why Black girls with learning disabilities need more visibility

    Published: 31/03/2022

  10. Early intervention and kids of color

    Published: 17/03/2022

  11. Teacher shortages, special education, and kids of color

    Published: 03/03/2022

  12. How to teach Black history to kids with learning differences and ADHD

    Published: 17/02/2022

  13. ADHD parenting tips from a Black clinical psychologist

    Published: 03/02/2022

  14. Omicron, special education, and marginalized communities

    Published: 20/01/2022

  15. Twice-exceptional Black and brown kids

    Published: 06/01/2022

  16. IEP meeting tips for undocumented families

    Published: 16/12/2021

  17. Is special education different in wealthy schools?

    Published: 02/12/2021

  18. ADHD as a “white boy problem”

    Published: 18/11/2021

  19. Simone Biles and why role models are hard to find

    Published: 18/11/2021

  20. Introducing The Opportunity Gap

    Published: 11/11/2021

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Navigating the education system can be overwhelming for families whose children have ADHD, dyslexia, or other learning and thinking differences. Opportunity Gap is a podcast that sheds light on the real challenges families face when trying to get the right support for their kids. On this show, we explore how identity, race, disability, and access to resources can make the education journey more challenging — and what parents can do about it. Join host Julian Saavedra, an assistant principal and father of two, as he shares real stories, expert insights, and practical strategies to help you advocate for your child.

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