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Hillary Goldthwait-Fowles, PhD. ATP

@hillary-atp.bsky.social
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Accessibility Accomplice. Instructional Designer. Assistive Technology Specialist. Mental Health, HumanAT, CommunAT are my jams!

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Kelli Suding, M.Ed., CPACC @ksuding.bsky.social · 26/09/2025
@cast-udl.bsky.social @hillary-atp.bsky.social 👇🏻
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Larry Ferlazzo @larryferlazzo.bsky.social · 08/07/2025
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a cartoon dog is sitting at a table in front of a fire with the words it 's fine everything is fine
ALT: a cartoon dog is sitting at a table in front of a fire with the words it 's fine everything is fine
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Hillary Goldthwait-Fowles, PhD. ATP @hillary-atp.bsky.social · 08/07/2025
“There is no Negro problem. The problem is whether the American people have loyalty enough, honor enough, patriotism enough to live up to their own constitution. “ -Frederick Douglas 1893
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Hillary Goldthwait-Fowles, PhD. ATP @hillary-atp.bsky.social · 22/04/2025
The Dark Money Game is a look at the levels of corruption from state to federal government. Follow the money.. completely disgusted. #Politics #Corruption #Ethics www.hbo.com/the-dark-mon...
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The Dark Money Game | Official Website for the HBO Original | HBO.com
The official website for The Dark Money Game on HBO, featuring interviews, schedule information, behind the scenes exclusives, and more.
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Hillary Goldthwait-Fowles, PhD. ATP @hillary-atp.bsky.social · 14/04/2025
Accessibility is a foundational part of any workflow. Education should include it as part of foundational practice. It’s not an afterthought. It’s not hard to do. It makes your products better. Accessibility matters!! #EduSky #Workforce #Education
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ACLU @aclu.org · 07/04/2025
Harriet Tubman dedicated her life to freeing people from slavery and fighting for abolition. The Trump administration cannot erase our history.
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National Park Service edits down Underground Railroad website, removes Harriet Tubman spot
Harriet Tubman was an abolistionist and freedom seeker who led many others to safety in the north. Her photo and quote was removed from a fed website.
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Hillary Goldthwait-Fowles, PhD. ATP @hillary-atp.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
Don’t mess with Super Grover… just saying…
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ACLU @aclu.org · 03/04/2025
President Trump is using federal funding to coerce our public schools to comply with his agenda. Schools should not be a political battleground.
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Trump Administration Threatens to Withhold Funds From Public Schools (Gift Article)
State education officials will be required to verify that they have eliminated all programs that promote diversity, equity and inclusion that the administration deems unlawful, according to a new memo...
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Hillary Goldthwait-Fowles, PhD. ATP @hillary-atp.bsky.social · 01/04/2025
what a gift to connect with the best and talk #MentalHealth and ways #UDL can support! #EduSky #UDLChat #ATChat
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Hillary Goldthwait-Fowles, PhD. ATP @hillary-atp.bsky.social · 25/03/2025
Tonight watch “Change, Not Charity: The Americans with Disabilities Act” on PBS and YouTube. These stories matter. Learning about #DisabledHistory matters.
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Don Moynihan @donmoyn.bsky.social · 23/03/2025
Due process is the very complicated idea that your rights are not determined by the whims of guys like this
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The Lincoln Project @lincolnproject.us · 21/03/2025
America has always been a bastion of freedom, holding the line against tyranny at home and abroad. No longer. Trump has placed us on the other side of that wall.
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Wall
YouTube video by The Lincoln Project
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Kelli Suding, M.Ed., CPACC @ksuding.bsky.social · 18/03/2025
Makenzie's Mission to Empower Learners bit.ly/3FDmsfQ @cast-udl.bsky.social @nadinegilkison.bsky.social We were so honored to spend time with this young lady whose voice is being heard across the nation as she advocates for #dyslexia awareness and access through assistive technology. #EduSky #UDL
The learning experience podcast with guest Makenzie Gilkison
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Adam Fare 🖤🤍💜 @adamfare1996.bsky.social · 16/03/2025
Disabilities can be super variable. What works for someone one day, might not work the next. When they’ve just about found a way to manage, something else happens or the disability progresses, so it’s back to the drawing board. It’s a constant balance, and constantly adapting.
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ACLU @aclu.org · 15/03/2025
If you’re protesting this weekend, know your rights.
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“You don't need a permit to protest in response to breaking news and you don't need a permit to march in the streets or along sidewalks, as long as you're not obstructing traffic or access to buildings.
When you are lawfully present in any public space, you have the right to photograph anything in plain view, including federal buildings and the police.If you believe your rights have been violated, when you can, write down everything you remember, get contact information for witnesses, and take photographs of any injuries.If you get stopped by the police, ask if you're free to go. If they say yes, calmly walk away.If you get arrested, you have a right to ask why. Otherwise, say you wish to remain silent and ask for a lawyer immediately. Don't sign, say or agree to anything without a lawyer present.If you get stopped by a member of the military or any law enforcement office at a protest, you have the right to remain silent or to tell them that you’ll only answer questions in the presence of an attorney — no matter your citizenship or immigration status.”
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Mrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 10/03/2025
Elon fires hundreds of Twitter employees and Twitter goes down. Elon fires air traffic controllers and planes go down. Elon goes on a DOGE rampage and the stock market goes down. Elon regulates his own SpaceX and its starships go down. I'm sensing a pattern.
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God @thegodshow.com · 11/03/2025
Donold is now classifying protests at Tesla dealerships as ‘domestic terrorism.’ Protest at a Tesla dealership and you get arrested as a terrorist. But attack the Capitol and you get a pardon.
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Hillary Goldthwait-Fowles, PhD. ATP @hillary-atp.bsky.social · 11/03/2025
“I would like this to be a place where we do things FOR each other, not TO each other “ -Bill Russell Celtics Legend This rings true to this day. #Inclusion
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Accessibility in the News @a11ynews.bsky.social · 07/03/2025
Black children with Down syndrome are invisible www.voice-online.co.uk/entertainmen... #a11y
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Black children with Down syndrome are invisible - Voice Online
FOR TOO long, Black children with Down syndrome (Trisomy 21) have been invisible, absent from mainstream representation,
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Hillary Goldthwait-Fowles, PhD. ATP @hillary-atp.bsky.social · 09/03/2025
Dismantling the organization that oversees continuity of access and protection of children with disabilities just sickens me to my core.
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Hillary Goldthwait-Fowles, PhD. ATP @hillary-atp.bsky.social · 08/03/2025
Did you know iOS 18 has a wicked cool feature in the Notes app? Live transcription! Great for meetings, appointments, lectures, when dictation perfectionism hits, and more! #EduSky #ATChat #UDL support.apple.com/guide/iphone...
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Record and transcribe audio in Notes on iPhone
In Notes on your iPhone, add audio recording and transcribe the spoken words to text.
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ACLU @aclu.org · 06/03/2025
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility programs aim to create a more equal world where everyone is able to belong and thrive.
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DEI and Accessibility, Explained | ACLU
Diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility policies…
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Hillary Goldthwait-Fowles, PhD. ATP @hillary-atp.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
I am intrigued by AllSides and how it shows how different leaning media outlets report on key issues- left, center, right. Also has interesting data to consider. This is helping stay focused and informed while acknowledging media bias. #EduSky www.allsides.com/unbiased-bal...
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AllSides | Balanced news via media bias ratings for an unbiased news perspective
See issues and political news with news bias revealed. Non-partisan, crowd-sourced technology shows all sides so you can decide.
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
Yes! Accessibility should never be an afterthought, and @Bookcreator.com gets it! As a passionate advocate for digital accessibility, I’m often disappointed by #EdTech products but this company always does what is right. Their latest update adds text-to-speech while editing—because #AllMeansAll !🙌🏽
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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 27/02/2025
It's time to stand up and speak out. Call (202) 224-3121 and tell your representatives to not let Donald Trump and his administration take away your services.
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Hillary Goldthwait-Fowles, PhD. ATP @hillary-atp.bsky.social · 27/02/2025
There’s still time to register for this amazing learning opportunity! #EduSky #CommunAT #ATChat
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Mike Marotta @mmatp.com · 24/02/2025
Friendly reminder: If you attended #ATIA2025 and want to claim CEUs - the deadline is Friday 2/28. #ATchat #ATIA25 #CommunAT
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🏳️‍🌈Gosh Darnit of the New Jersey Darnits😷 @goshdarn.bsky.social · 21/02/2025
Disabled and disability aren't slurs. There is no shame in being disabled or part of the disability community. Trying to avoid using the words disabled or disability puts shame on the words and is actually ableism and eugenics. Knock it off.
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Alisha Geary @blindonelives.bsky.social · 22/02/2025
McGraw Hill’s educational software often lacks compatibility with assistive technologies, hindering students with disabilities and violating federal accessibility laws. Demand equal access to education. #AccessibilityForAll #InclusiveEducation #DisabilityRights www.change.org/p/demand-equ...
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Sign the Petition
Demand Equal Access to Education: Accessibility Reform for McGraw Hill Education Software
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Hillary Goldthwait-Fowles, PhD. ATP @hillary-atp.bsky.social · 19/02/2025
AI = ASSISTIVE Intelligence. Yes! I often use #AI as a thought partner. Done with- not replacing you! Love it, @eyeonaxs.bsky.social !
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Mark Cuban @mcuban.bsky.social · 17/02/2025
When I talk to kids today and they ask me what I would do if I were 12 today, my answer is always the same, read books and learn how to use AI in every way shape and form you can. It is a living library that gives you responses and can help no matter who you are or where you live.
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Hillary Goldthwait-Fowles, PhD. ATP @hillary-atp.bsky.social · 15/02/2025
I can’t think of a better way to spend Valentine’s day than with a group of these amazing educators in Arizona! Thank you all for your presence and energy! AT and AEM are integral parts of UDL! #Inclusion #UDL
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 15/02/2025
If you are in any of the 16 States asking the court to get rid of Section 504 and its new rules that protect Disabled people from discrimination in health care and human services, call your Attorney General and tell them to drop out of the lawsuit that seeks to overturn Section 504. #FightFor504
"Inundated with complaints from the Disability community, South Carolina's Attorney General is distancing himself from a 17-state lawsuit that challenges federal civil-rights protections for Disabled Americans."

My love language this Valentine’s? Mobilizing and organizing. Love is action.✊

Lets keep the pressure on, fight for Section 504 and for Medicad!

If you are in any of the (now 16) States asking the court to get rid of Section 504 and its new rules that protect Disabled people from discrimination in health care and human services, call your Attorney General and tell them to drop out of the lawsuit that seeks to overturn Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. More info here: https://lnkd.in/gW49-BxN

Use this search tool to find your elected officials, and tell them cuts to Medicaid of any kind–through FMAP changes, work requirements, block grants, or per capita caps–are unacceptable. Do not vote to cut Medicaid in any way! (Medi-Cal in California): https://lnkd.in/eh9Ttf6V
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Kevin Kiniry @comickev.bsky.social · 14/02/2025
We won’t disappear just because you change a website.
Sign outside the Stonewall National Monument park with the word Transgender written in pink chalk between the words National and Monument.
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Joshua Goodman @joshua-goodman.com · 11/02/2025
If you or someone you know has had a particular research project suspended by recent actions at IES, please get in touch either by DM or by replying here. There are journalists who'd like to report on this.
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ACLU @aclu.org · 07/02/2025
BREAKING: We’re suing the Trump administration for refusing to issue passports with accurate sex designations for transgender, nonbinary, and intersex people. This action violates the Constitution.
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Hillary Goldthwait-Fowles, PhD. ATP @hillary-atp.bsky.social · 05/02/2025
#AI for #Accessibility? Yes! From the brilliant Eric Moore: Ask Co-Pilot to fix a scanned PDF. Voila- beautifully formatted accessible text to use in content. Better than OCR? Yep! #ATChat #EduSky #UDL @ldichiara.bsky.social @techmia.bsky.social @ksuding.bsky.social @wernedat.bsky.social
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National Disability Rights Network @ndrnadvocates.bsky.social · 05/02/2025
In case you missed it, we want to hear from Medicaid recipients! Tell us about how the program has changed your life, either by emailing medicaid@ndrn.org or filling out the form below forms.office.com/pages/respon... #FacesOfMedicaid #HealthCareStories
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Hillary Goldthwait-Fowles, PhD. ATP @hillary-atp.bsky.social · 05/02/2025
Being called into question is one thing. Eliminating without question is completely different. It’s dangerous. #democracy
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Mike Marotta @mmatp.com · 03/02/2025
Join us for a Town Hall Special Event! “What We Learned at ATIA” 2/10/25 @ 12 noon eastern. Join us as we share key takeaways & resources from #ATIA2025 Whether you attended or not, come share in the learning and sharing us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi... #ATchat
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Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Special Event AT Town Hall. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.
ATAC Invites You to a Special Town Hall: “What We Learned at ATIA” Join us as we share key takeaways and resources from ATIA. Whether you attended or not, your participation will enrich the conversati...
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SpedTechMia @techmia.bsky.social · 02/02/2025
This is how I learn #history best! Great for all ears! See what I did there? 🐰 Check out Rabbit Hole History podcast on Spotify! Share #HistoryTeacher #HistoryEducation #EdTech #EduSky #Tlap #TLSky friends! @ldichiara.bsky.social @mmatp.bsky.social @dtourudl.bsky.social @hillary-atp.bsky.social
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Hillary Goldthwait-Fowles, PhD. ATP @hillary-atp.bsky.social · 02/02/2025
This promises to be a fascinating podcast on #History from various perspectives. Give it a follow #EduSky #ATChat #UDL
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Hillary Goldthwait-Fowles, PhD. ATP @hillary-atp.bsky.social · 01/02/2025
Not only do we need to be aware, but speak up against the weaponization of our education system on our children! Our children deserve learning environments that instill a joy of learning, honors variability, and recognizes the brilliance of all. Humanity is at stake.
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SpedTechMia @techmia.bsky.social · 29/01/2025
What's better than talking about creating sustainable #InclusiveEdTech Systems? Not much! It's more fun with our emotional support rubber chicken & squeeze cheese! 🐔🧀 Join the fun! Bit.ly/JoinCITES find us at #ATIA25 #ATIA2025 @ksuding.bsky.social @wernedat.bsky.social @hillary-atp.bsky.social
Bag with CITES & AT & EdTech &
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On a podium with a rubber chicken at a mic and square block of squeeze cheese
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Hillary Goldthwait-Fowles, PhD. ATP @hillary-atp.bsky.social · 27/01/2025
A joyful practice is to take pictures at Sunset. Grateful to have been able to capture it tonight! What brings you joy? #MentalHealth
Snowy river at sunsetsnowy park at sunset. A lone bench is center.
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NOH8 Campaign @noh8campaign.bsky.social · 24/01/2025
"I am not going to apologize for asking for mercy for others. I hope that a message calling for dignity, respecting dignity, honesty, humility, and kindness is resonating with people. I'm grateful for that." – Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde #NOH8
"I am not going to apologize for asking for mercy for others. I hope that a message calling for dignity, respecting dignity, honesty, humility, and kindness is resonating with people. I'm grateful for that." – Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde #NOH8
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SpedTechMia @techmia.bsky.social · 24/01/2025
Hi #ATIA2025 friends! Join us for #EdcampXS next Friday :6:30-8:30 pm Prizes! Fun! Connections! @mmatp.bsky.social @ksuding.bsky.social @wernedat.bsky.social @hillary-atp.bsky.social #EduSky #ATchat #CommunAT #AT #InclusiveEdTech
Join us for EdCampAccess
International 2025
What is EdCampAccess International?
It is an unconterence devoted to K-12 special education issues and ideas with a focus on teaching all struggling learners and the use of assistive technology. The event is not limited to special educators, all are welcome to attend and share your expertise! Partake in a reflective conference opportunity to grow your #CommunAT while also having a chance to win some great prizes.
When:
Friday, January 31, 2025
6:30-8:30 PM
Where:
Orlando Marriott World Center
Canary 1
NEW LOCATION THIS YEAR!
SCAN MEI
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Amanda Morin @amandamorin.bsky.social · 21/01/2025
🎉It’s book release day! 🎉! @emilykm-lpc.bsky.social and I can’t wait for you to read, review, and use “Neurodiversity-Affirming Schools: Transforming Practices so All Students Feel Accepted and Supported” Available from all booksellers now!
A smiling person with short red hair and glasses holds multiple copies of the book titled “Neurodiversity-Affirming Schools: Transforming Practices so All Students Feel Accepted & Supported.” They are wearing a dark purple sweater and standing in front of a bookshelf, with additional books and decorative items, including a colorful ball and illuminated tree, in the background.
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