Jun22
Since 2015, the Johnson Fellows for Anti-Ableist Teaching Program has supported teachers who wish to deepen their understanding of best teaching practices for supporting students with disabilities. Engaging in a week-long summer institute, teacher leaders work together to learn and plan to support inclusion at their school sites.
2026 - 2027
Accepting 2026-2027 Johnson Fellows for Anti-Ableist Teaching Applicants
Leading Change
Supporting students with disabilities
The Johnson Fellows for Anti-Ableist Teaching Program is an opportunity for local educators to deepen their understanding of how to
Learn & plan to support inclusion
Address cultural assumptions
Reflect on teaching practices
Learn about influences on student achievement and behavior
Consider alternative and creative ways to teach and assess students
Create support networks for colleagues
Program Experience
"I see disability as an intersectional issue, and if we're going to be serving all students we need to include students with disabilities. This program really helped me to see how I can serve them."
-Adan Escobedo: Johnson Fellows 2021-2022
Program Requirements
Be a K-12 teacher or school administrator
Have demonstrated an interest in developing professionally and becoming a teacher leader and change agent at your school site
Commit to long-term engagement with issues of equity and diversity.
Program Benefits
Participate in a week-long summer institute from June 22 to June 26, 2026, with an opportunity to earn graduate-level extension units
Receive books to diversify your classroom library
Connect and collaborate with a diverse group of teachers
Share what you learn by leading professional development at your school site
Receive support through virtual follow-up sessions during the school year
Apply for a $500 grant to support inclusion in your classroom
Contact Us
Become a 2026-2027 Johnson Fellow today. Space is limited.