Good Vibes Only! R19 SPED Lounge
By R19 SPED Good Vibes Gals!
Good Vibes Only! R19 SPED Lounge Jan 14, 2022
GVO Charting the Course chat with Senior James from YISD
James is so thoughtful of other because of his past experiences, his own growth and that drive to want to help others. He is on the right path with his positive mind set and willingness to learn from his mistakes, like all of us. He will go far!
GVO Charting the Course chat with Kamora and Johnny Ft Hancock Students
So much fun hanging out and chatting with Freshman Kamora and Senior Johnny from Ft Hancock. They were both so aware of their interests and are already getting a feel for the dream futures. You know they have amazing family support as this was apparent in their self-confidence. Their journey has begun!
GVO R19 SPED Lounge Interview Albert Villa, Project Manager Behavior and Mental Health
Talking with Albert Villa as he shares his journey, transitions and future endeavors. From his early start working with adults with Mental concerns to finding his niche in Special Education. He landed at Region 19 and the sky is the limit as he paves a path for his own son to follow.
GVO at Charting the Course Event: Chatting with student Derrick M. from Clint ISD
Derrick, a Mountain View High School Student, is a go getter that has dreams of working with technology and is already creative when building up old tech. He is unique, kind and self-reflective which are the qualities that will carry him through to his future success. We thank Derrick and his mother for allowing us to visit, get to know and share this insightful episode with all of you!
GVO Charting the Course chatting with Leah Wood, Region 19 Transition Consultant and Charting the Course Events Lead
Leah Wood is our Charting the Course Host, Events Lead and the visionary behind all things Transition. Come listen in on the creation of such an amazing series that builds positive outcomes in collaboration with our community resources, local school districts, families and our future independent employees, the students themselves!
GVO Charting the Course Chatting with Ms. Tracy Taylor at El Paso ISD as a Transition to Career Specialist
We so enjoyed our time with Ms. Tracy Taylor, Transition to Career Specialist at El Paso Independent School District. She takes us her career journey and the wonderfully positive influence of her grandmother. She is truly invested in her work to make that same impact on her students.
GVO Charting the Course chatting with Karim Ley of Fort Hancock ISD, Functional Life Skills Teacher
Karim shares his own story and the connections he makes with his students in Fort Hancock Independent School District. The positive impact he and his team have made is evident and the drive that keeps them all going in the right direction!
GVO Charting the Course, Chatting with Steven Van Zwienen, Workforce Solutions Borderplex
We chatted with Career and Education Outreach Specialist, Steven Van Zwienen from Workforce Solutions Borderplex. He presented to our Charting the Course students and shared his expertise through stories that our students related to so easily. Enjoy this talk as we get to know Steven and his work.
GVO Charting the Course chatting with Parent Victor Rael
Charing the Course includes families and we had the pleasure of sitting and chatting with one father who was there to gather information for his son that couldn't attend. His perspective and purpose really spoke to us and we know you will enjoy this talk as well.
GVO Charting the Course chatting with Brenda and Karla Empowering Hands
Empowering Hands has some amazing young talent that believe in their mission to help others with their career goals working with their diverse needs and abilities. Come listen to the fun chat with Brenda and Karla from Empowering Hands.
GVO Charting the Course chatting with Raquel Empowering Hands
Raquel shares her inspiration for starting her much needed business that assists adults with disabilities to work towards independence in the work force locally. Her vision was shared by her family who have joined Empowering Hands and you can tell they always have the best interest of their clients who are just like family.
R19 Good Vibes Only SPED Lounge; Chat with Monica Quezada, State Special Education Liaison
During this episode, you will meet Monica Quezada and hear about her journey and passion for teaching and Special Education. She is a wealth of knowledge and sincerely dedicated to her work.
R19 Good Vibes Only SPED Lounge; Chat with Daniely Gutierrez M.Ed, Parent, Community Engagement and Mental Health Information Specialist School Family and Community Engagement Project
This episode features Daniely Gutierrez, come listen in as she shares about herself and the plethora of resources she has available. Families benefit from her ability to connect everyone together within our R19 Community.
R19 Good Vibes Only SPED Lounge; Chat with Jessica Martel , M. Ed. Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist
You will want to listen in on Jessica Martel's chat, as she guides us through her journey and generously shares so many resources, ideas and knowledge in the area of Visual Impairment. You'll be inspired and informed!
Good Vibes Only SPED Lounge; Chat with your Good Vibe Gals, Sheryl Wilcox and Melissa Mena
Your Good Vibe Gals discuss how this Podcast came to be and a little about themselves as well.
Sheryl L Wilcox, Project Manager Early Childhood SPED and Speech Therapists.
Melissa Mena M.Ed., Project Manager Child Find Evaluation and ARD Supports, Small and Rural Support Networks
R 19 Good Vibes Only SPED Lounge; Chat with Marcela Quintana, Support Staff
This episode features the every steady, professional and very kind Marcela Quintana. She supports such projects as Child Find Evaluation and ARD Supports, Inclusion in Texas and is there when you need assistance. Her projects are large endeavors but she always has time to help others.
R 19 Good Vibes Only SPED Lounge; Chat with Esther H Assistive Technology & Resource Lag Specialist
This is our very first interview with the lovely Ms. Esther Hernandez, Assistive Technology & Resource Center Specialist in our Special Education department. We get an idea of her role in the Assistive Technology lab while supporting her Project Manager, Lisa McCuller. She was such a team player being our initiation into our Good Vibes Only SPED Lounge! Thank you Esther!
R 19 Good Vibes Only SPED Lounge: Chat with Richard L. Torres, M. Ed., COMS Project Manager-Visually Impaired Program
Come listen in on our SPED Lounge chat with Richard Torres and learn all about his important work with our Student's with Visual Impairments. He is vested in his passion and collaborates with our community to make things happen in his project. He is such a great resource in this area!
R 19 Good Vibes Only SPED Lounge; A chat with Marta Ramirez
Ms. Marta is our SPED department Support Staff for Visually Impaired Program and our Liaisons. Her organizational skills are most valued and you'll hear talk about how important that is to her and her son. Come take a listen and learn more about Ms. Marta! We really enjoyed our time with her.
R 19 Good Vibes Only SPED Lounge; Anna Mondragon, SPED Liaison
This SPED Lounge chat features Anna Mondragon, who is one of the original Special Education Liaisons for Texas! She gives way more detail about her forward thinking position and also a little about her journey. Anna really embodies a growth mindset, awareness of others and their unmet needs and isn't afraid to dive in, especially outside the box. "What box?" states, Anna.
R 19 Good Vibes Only SPED Lounge; Lisa J. Ehlers McCuller, Ed.S |Project Manager Supporting: Inclusion, TIER, TXCAN, Assistive Technology
You have to listen in on this chat with the well read, well rounded, genuine and unique Lisa. Her knowledge, expertise and passion for Assistive Technology is infectious. She recently came to Region 19 to inspire so many of us to utilize and embrace out of the box thinking when working with children with special needs.
R 19 Good Vibes Only SPED Lounge; Leah Wood, B.S.Ed, M.A. Comm., Project Manager Life Skills, Transition and Deaf Education
Grab your favorite beverage and find out why Melissa always says that Leah should run for Mayor! She gets stuff done!! Leah is a dynamic resource for all things transition, life skills, and deaf education. What is awesome about Leah is that she is always willing to find a way, and be a proactive part of a solution. Enjoy our chat with Leah!
Life Skills/Low Incidence Disabilities page
You can reach Leah at lwood@esc19.net
R 19 Good Vibes Only SPED Lounge; A chat with Sandie Colon, Administrative Assistant
You have to come join and listen to the wonderful Ms. Sandie. She has adventurous stories and a humble heart. The work she does for our department is so appreciated by us all.
R19 Good Vibes Only Sped Lounge; A chat with Monica Rosas
Come listen in and get to know our go-getter, music lover, and reliable support staff member, Monica Rosas, who supports our Life Skills, Transition, Deaf Education, and Positive Behavior Support team! Enjoy!!
LIFE SKILLS/Low Incidence Disabilities
POSITIVE BEHAVIOR INTERVENTIONS & SUPPORTS (PBIS)
R19 Good Vibes Only Sped Lounge; A chat with Wes Temple
We had a nice afternoon lounge chat with our Project Manager for Positive Behavior Support, Mr. Wesley Temple, as he reflected on his work with guiding educators to positively support their students in all areas of their lives. Come check it out!
R 19 Good Vibes Only SPED Lounge: Chat with Mary Palomino
Enjoyed our time with the lovely Mary Palomino! Even as soft spoken as she is, you can sense her enthusiasm. She is our SPED department support staff for Autism and School Family Community Engagement Network. Come listen and learn a little about Ms. Mary.
Region 19 Autism Spectrum Disorders page
Region 19 School Family Community Engagement Network page
R 19 Good Vibes Only SPED Lounge; A chat with Katherine Wellborn, M.ED., Project Manager
Listen in on a fun chat with Ms. Katherine and her amazing work in the world of Autism. She is not just a music lover but a singer as well! You'll enjoy hearing about her journey here at Region 19.
R19 Good Vibes Only Sped Lounge; A chat with Juan Alderete
The Good Vibes Only gals enjoyed listening to region 19's Special Education Director, Juan Alderete, talk about his leadership stories, all while mentioning the good attributes of his team members, and others who helped him get to where he is today! Come join in the conversation!