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What questions do you have about safety, access, or learner variability in CTE labs?

Share below 👇 and join us live on Feb 25th at 3pm ET.

Register for the free webinar: cast-org.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

UDL Product Certification In partnership with Digital Promise, CAST’s UDL Product Certification helps educators find accessible, functional edtech aligned with NETP goals. It ensures UDL design supports all learners.

Learn about UDL Product Certification:
www.cast.org/resources/ud...

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Districts need clearer ways to evaluate accessibility and inclusive design. Explore how UDL guides better EdTech decisions and how UDL Product Certification supports aligning tools with learner needs.

Register for Spring CUE 2026: members.joincalie.org/events/event...

UDL Awards The UDL Awards recognize the evolution, innovation, and transformative impact of Universal Design for Learning on education.

Nominate a UDL leader helping shape the future of learning: www.cast.org/connect/udl-...

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A new bonus episode is out featuring Michelle Ring Hanson and JoAnn Miller. Their innovative UDL practice continues to inspire as we prepare for the 2026 UDL Awards.

Listen to the episode: www.cast.org/resources/ti...

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Last chance to join tomorrow’s UDL & AI Community conversation with Kristina Ishmael. From federal education policy to global AI conversations, Kristina brings a rare perspective on designing inclusive, equitable learning systems.

Register now via Mighty Networks. cast-org.zoom.us/j/8414317016...

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UDL Con: Live Online tickets are now available!

Join us this July for two days of global learning, real strategies, and practical ideas to support inclusive design.

Register here: www.cast.org/connect/even...

UDL for Families Mini Course Discover how the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework can support your child’s individual needs, fostering engagement and their educational potential.

Learn more about UDL through the CAST Family Mini Course for families and caregivers: www.cast.org/resources/co...

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The National Down Syndrome Congress released a policy brief explaining why UDL is essential for access and inclusion.

We honor the families and caregivers who champion learning every day.

Read the full policy brief: bit.ly/PolicyBriefUDL

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Nominations for the 2026 UDL Awards are now open. Celebrate leaders advancing inclusive, barrier free learning through UDL design, research, and practice.

Want to nominate someone or learn more, visit here: www.cast.org/connect/udl-...

#UDLAwards

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CAST is now a trusted certification provider with EduEvidence.

Companies certified by CAST are eligible for the EduEvidence Equity Bronze certification and may join the Global EdTech Evidence List.

Learn more: certifications.eduevidence.org

#EdTech #CAST #EduEvidence #Partnership

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Spring CUE 2026 is coming up fast—and UDL-Con is part of the experience.

CAST is bringing practical UDL, accessibility, and AI into the heart of California’s largest EdTech conference.

📍 Palm Springs, CA | March 18–21, 2026

Register: members.joincalie.org/events/event...

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Join CAST for a free UDL-Con 2026 webinar focused on safety and inclusion in CTE.

Designing for Success in CTE
Feb 25th, 3–4 PM ET

Register for the free webinar: cast-org.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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What questions do you have about AI, equity, and Universal Design for Learning?

Drop your questions in the comments for our upcoming conversation with Kristina Ishmael—and be sure to register for the Feb 18 UDL & AI Community talk in Mighty Networks. cast-org.zoom.us/j/8414317016...

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Accessibility is no longer optional—educators need practical ways to design for every learner.

Join CAST at UDL-Con at Spring CUE 2026 to explore UDL, accessibility, and inclusive technology in action.

Register for Spring CUE 2026:
members.joincalie.org/events/event...

Why the Entrepreneurial Mindset Matters in CTE Classrooms - MBA Research Business and marketing CTE classrooms are filled with future entrepreneurs—students who think creatively, take risks, and often learn in different ways. When instruction is intentionally designed, educators don’t just accommodate […]

Spark the inner entrepreneur! ⚡️

After our December webinar with Amanda Bastoni of @cast-udl.bsky.social on UDL, we compiled research on supporting students in CTE classrooms to enhance their entrepreneurial skills.

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What if accessibility was built in from the start? In this episode, Elizabeth Hitches shares how UDL-informed design, co-creation, and proactive choices support all learners—especially those often overlooked.

Watch the full podcast episode on YouTube: youtu.be/s0NzOS0piko?...

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Design learning that works for every learner.

Join CAST’s instructor-led Introduction to Designing for Accessibility course and build practical skills for creating accessible digital learning materials using Universal Design for Learning.

Register here: www.cast.org/resources/co...

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CAST and friends at ATIA 2026

CAST's Kelli Suding and Mia Laudato at ATIA 2026

CAST and friends at ATIA 2026

CAST and friends at ATIA 2026

Thank you to the ATIA team for inviting CAST to host our CITES work at #ATIA2026.

We appreciated the thoughtful dialogue, shared learning, and collective commitment to accessibility and inclusive technology. The work continues, and we’re already looking ahead to what’s next.

See you next year!

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#ICYMI: We kicked off the UDL-Con 2026 webinar series last week!

Next up: Designing for Success in CTE: Universal Design for Learning in Practice

Feb 25th 3–4 PM ET

Register for the free webinar: cast-org.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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We’re excited to host Kristina Ishmael for an upcoming UDL & AI Community talk on Feb 18.

A former federal education leader, Kristina brings deep expertise in AI, equity, and inclusive learning.

Register via Mighty Networks: cast-org.zoom.us/j/8414317016...

Supporting Student Executive Functions In Supporting Student Executive Functions, two clinical and classroom experts deliver an insightful and accessible guide to executive functioning skills.

Alexis is also co-author of Supporting Student Executive Functions.

Learn more: www.cast.org/books-media/...

The CAST CITES team ran into our friend Alexis Reid.

If you see us around the conference, come say hi.
Learn more about CAST-led sessions at ATIA:
www.atia.org/precon/

Our free UDL-Con 2026 webinar series kicks off tomorrow at 3pm ET. Save your spot: cast-org.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

@techmia.bsky.social @ksuding.bsky.social

Through the Lens: Outdoor Exploration for All
Jan 30 1–2 PM ET Crystal F

Wish Granted! Free AT Myths & Facts Toolkits
Jan 30 3–4:30 PM ET

The Million Dollar Pyramid: MTSS + Inclusive Tech
Jan 30 9:45–10:45 AM ET

Federal & State AI Policy for Educators
Jan 29 1–2 PM ET Crystal K/L