About the Instructor – Catherine Wilson

Uniquely Qualified Instructor

Catherine Wilson is an outstanding educator, consultant and national presenter, who is known for her enthusiasm and practical ideas for teaching students with disabilities. Catherine brings an extraordinary passion for meeting the needs of all students through specially designed instruction, appropriate access and supports that shift the focus from student "disabilities" to student "abilities."

She is the author of MOTIVATION, MINDSET AND GRIT: Practical, Proven Strategies to Increase Learning, the extensive digital resource handbook each participant will receive at the seminar. Through her work as an Access to General Curriculum Specialist, Catherine helped develop and co-author Grading and Progress Monitoring for Students with Disabilities, A Resource for Teachers. Catherine is known for her practical and innovative strategies in the area of inclusive practices.

What Your Colleagues Say About Your Presenter

"Catherine presented many practical strategies. She is experienced and qualified."
– Joan Lewis, Special Education Teacher

"Very helpful strategies and resources that I can go back to school and implement. Love that I have a book to take home with me and links to resources. This seminar gave me a deeper understanding of reaching the needs of my students."
– Katelyn Lacafta, Special Education Teacher

"Catherine Wilson is amazing! She has a wealth of information, which she is able to explain so very well."
– Marlean Porter, Teacher

"I learned new tools to help me reach more students. I gained a lot of information to take back to school."
– Marissa Rosa, Teacher

"Catherine is an excellent presenter. She is very knowledgeable and passionate about the subject matter I gained a lot of good information and resources."
– Susan Squyres, Teacher

"Even having a basic understanding of growth mindset, I learned a lot about how to implement these concepts into my class, which is what I struggle with."
– Samantha Liptac, 4th Grade Teacher

"Mrs. Wilson is an amazing and engaging instructor! She provided various resources and strategies, which are designed to help students and teachers progress."
– Jennifer Sahaba, Special Education Teacher

"Catherine presented very relevant information for today's classroom. Ideas can be implemented immediately. This is practice-changing information."
– Jill LaCount, 3rd Grade Teacher