In the final episode of our ‘Three Cs’ mini-series, we explore the role of compassion in creating classrooms where all students feel seen, supported, and capable of thriving. In this back-to-school conversation, we share personal insights, real experiences, and practical ways educators can weave compassion into expectations, routines, and relationships from day one. The best part of this episode is hearing my daughter share about navigating high school after trauma and how teachers helped or hindered her pathway to graduation.

In this episode, we get real about COMPLIANCE in special education — why it’s not just paperwork but a vital system that protects both students and educators. Ashley shares candid stories of early mistakes, practical tips for creating reliable systems, and how checklists can be your best friend. You’ll learn to avoid common compliance traps and how to handle inevitable slip-ups with grace and accountability. Plus, discover how fostering a culture of support and peer-checking can make compliance less stressful and more empowering.

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Tune in for practical tools, a little humor, and a whole lot of encouragement.

🎧 Episode Overview:

This bonus segment is just for you, school leaders and administrators. Whether you’re overseeing a building or supporting multiple campuses, you play a critical role in making co-teaching work—not just on paper, but in practice.

We’re unpacking real-world leadership strategies that support sustainable, high-impact co-teaching partnerships. These are not the vague “support your teachers” tips—we’re talking specific systems, schedules, and supports that foster trust, role clarity, and results.

PLUS, we share one of our favorite low-lift, high-impact tools: using QR codes to conduct quick, meaningful fidelity checks in co-taught classrooms. Imagine a walk-through where you can scan a code, select a few indicators, and have instant data at your fingertips. Ashmont Learning Collective will be releasing a plug-and-play version of this tool on social media soon, so you can bring this idea to life without having to build it from scratch.