Opportunity Gap: How to Support Kids of Color Who Learn Differently
A podcast by Understood.org, Julian Saavedra - Wednesdays
80 Episodes
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What is a “good summer” for kids with learning disabilities?
Published: 7/2/2025 -
8 key special education terms parents should know
Published: 6/18/2025 -
What you need to know about federal funding for special education
Published: 6/4/2025 -
What to do when kids are feeling depressed or anxious
Published: 5/21/2025 -
When dyslexia is missed: The impact on students of color
Published: 5/7/2025 -
Navigating your child’s diagnosis: Self-care tips for parents
Published: 4/23/2025 -
4 tips to help kids cope with uncertainty and anxiety
Published: 4/9/2025 -
How to build strong parent-child bonds
Published: 3/26/2025 -
The hard truth about racism in special education: Part 2
Published: 3/12/2025 -
The hard truth about racism in special education: Part 1
Published: 2/26/2025 -
The power of culturally responsive teaching
Published: 2/12/2025 -
How to get over the “mid-year slump”
Published: 1/29/2025 -
What families wish you knew about learning disabilities
Published: 1/15/2025 -
Building strong reading skills in kids
Published: 1/1/2025 -
How I’d parent my ADHD kids differently
Published: 12/18/2024 -
Helping kids navigate the holiday season
Published: 12/4/2024 -
How I’m navigating my child’s two diagnoses
Published: 11/20/2024 -
Game on! Teaching kids sportsmanship
Published: 11/6/2024 -
What to do after a parent-teacher conference
Published: 10/23/2024 -
How to build a supportive village for kids
Published: 10/9/2024
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.