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Johnny Collett @JCollettOSERS

Former Asst. Secretary @ED_sped_rehab @usedgov. This account is no longer active.

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Thanks again to @UMKC for showing me around your campus and highlighting your innovative programs, including @UMKCPropel, during my #EducationFreedomTour visit Tuesday. #EducationFreedom #RethinkSchool
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19 Sep 2019
Top U.S. education official @JCollettOSERS visits @UMKC, tours student success programs. ow.ly/1y6050wgdnb
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Secretary Betsy DeVos@BetsyDeVosED
19 Sep 2019
All students deserve the freedom to pursue an education that is challenging and allows them to reach their full potential. (1/2) disabilityscoop.com/2019/09/…

Feds Issue Guidance On Postsecondary Programs For Students With Disabilities

The U.S. Department of Education is weighing in after confusion forced some students with disabilities to withdraw from or forgo applying to postsecondary programs.

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Thank you to the students, teachers, staff and local and State leaders who welcomed me to their schools and communities during the #EducationFreedomTour! I was delighted to meet each of you and to learn what makes your schools unique. #EducationFreedom @MOEducation @ksdehq
Logos for UMKC Propel Program, Levy Special Education Center, the Plaza Academy, St. Thomas Aquinas and the Belton School Districts Kentucky Trail Elementary School

ALT Logos for UMKC Propel Program, Levy Special Education Center, the Plaza Academy, St. Thomas Aquinas and the Belton School Districts Kentucky Trail Elementary School

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You were gracious with your time, proud of your schools, and committed to your students. I saw examples - at every school - of courage to take on anything that stands in the way of success for the students that they serve. #EducationFreedom #RethinkSchool @MOEducation @ksdehq
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These schools demonstrated a commitment to change and continuously improve systems to fit the needs of students, instead of putting the needs of “the system” over the needs of the student. #EducationFreedom #RethinkSchool @MOEducation @ksdehq
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Secretary Betsy DeVos@BetsyDeVosED
16 Sep 2019
Every student – no matter where they live, who their parents are, or how much money they have in their pocket – should have the freedom to pursue the education that works for them. #EducationFreedomTour
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Excited to start Day 3 of @usedgov Back-to-School 2019 with a visit to Plaza Academy in Kansas City, MO! #EducationFreedomTour
Plaza Academy logo. Shield that’s says PA EST. 1974. With The Plaza Academy underneath.

ALT Plaza Academy logo. Shield that’s says PA EST. 1974. With The Plaza Academy underneath.

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Plaza Academy Exec. Director Ward Worley took me on a school tour where I met with students and staff to discuss their experiences and the school’s approach to creating what they refer to as an ownership-based environment designed to empower their learners. #EducationFreedomTour
Top image Johnny Collett gathers with a large group of students for a photo outside on the steps of the Plaza School. Bottom left image: Johnny has a round table discussion with five Plaza faculty/staff. Bottom right image: Johnny speaks with a Plaza teacher while four students work in pairs at their desks.

ALT Top image Johnny Collett gathers with a large group of students for a photo outside on the steps of the Plaza School. Bottom left image: Johnny has a round table discussion with five Plaza faculty/staff. Bottom right image: Johnny speaks with a Plaza teacher while four students work in pairs at their desks.

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I had the opportunity to see the Plaza Academy’s classrooms, including a music production studio where two students performed original pieces about their education. #EducationFreedomTour #EducationFreedom #RethinkSchool
Johnny Collett speaks to a Plaza Academy staff member in the Music Production Studio. There’s a studio room with glass in the back and computer with music editing software displayed on the screen

ALT Johnny Collett speaks to a Plaza Academy staff member in the Music Production Studio. There’s a studio room with glass in the back and computer with music editing software displayed on the screen
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I ended my day with a visit to @UMKC @UMKCPropel, which provides young adults with intellectual development disabilities the opportunity to explore employment and education on a university campus. #EducationFreedomTour #EducationFreedom #RethinkSchool @MODHEWD
UMKC Logo. University of Missouri-Kansas City. Propel Logo. Moving Forward to education, employment and independence.

ALT UMKC Logo. University of Missouri-Kansas City. Propel Logo. Moving Forward to education, employment and independence.

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This afternoon, I also had the opportunity to meet @UMKCChancellor Agrawal, @UMKCprovost Bichelmeyer and other faculty and staff from the @UMKC community.
Johnny Collett meets with faculty and staff of UMKC.

ALT Johnny Collett meets with faculty and staff of UMKC.

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While visiting @UMKC @UMKCPropel, I had the privilege of announcing @usedgov @ed_sped_rehab & the Office of Postsecondary Ed’s new Q&A document on Increasing Postsecondary Opportunities & Success for Students and Youth with Disabilities: go.usa.gov/xVEVF #EducationFreedom
Johnny Collett speaks with two media members and announces the Department of Education's new Q&A document on Increasing Postsecondary Opportunities & Success for Students and Youth with Disabilities.

ALT Johnny Collett speaks with two media members and announces the Department of Education's new Q&A document on Increasing Postsecondary Opportunities & Success for Students and Youth with Disabilities.

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Looking forward to visiting the @UMKC and its @UMKCPropel program this afternoon! @UMKCChancellor @UMKCprovost #EducationFreedomTour
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Good morning. Today I’m off to visit schools in the Kansas City, Missouri area. My first stop is to @BeltonSchools’ Kentucky Trail Elementary School to observe their special education program. #Proud2BPirates #EducationFreedomTour @MOEducation
Belton School District #124. Inspiring. Empowering. Engaging. Belton logo (Two crossed swords with a purple letter B in the center of the swords. Kentucky Trails Elementary School. 2018 National School of Character. Missouri School of Character. Promising Practice

ALT Belton School District #124. Inspiring. Empowering. Engaging. Belton logo (Two crossed swords with a purple letter B in the center of the swords. Kentucky Trails Elementary School. 2018 National School of Character. Missouri School of Character. Promising Practice

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I also had the chance to visit @BeltonSchool 2017-2018 Teacher of the Year Ms. Elizabeth Hart’s special education classroom and her class’ year-round indoor garden. (I also got to meet Riley the Therapy Dog.) #Proud2BPirates #EducationFreedomTour #EducationFreedom @MOEducation
Far left picture- Johnny Collett speaks with two elementary school students as they describe their indoor garden. Top Right pic- Johnny Collett poses with seven of Ms. Hart’s students. Bottom Right Pic – Collett pets Therapy Dog Riley. Center Pic – Johnny Collett sits with two students outside on a bench dubbed the buddy bench.

ALT Far left picture- Johnny Collett speaks with two elementary school students as they describe their indoor garden. Top Right pic- Johnny Collett poses with seven of Ms. Hart’s students. Bottom Right Pic – Collett pets Therapy Dog Riley. Center Pic – Johnny Collett sits with two students outside on a bench dubbed the buddy bench.

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Ms. Hart’s class also showed me their coffee cart, which they use to brew and deliver coffee to the school’s teachers once a week. This coffee ranks as one of the best cups of coffee I’ve ever had. #Proud2BPirates #EducationFreedomTour #EducationFreedom @MOEducation
Left Pic – A young girl hands Johnny Collett coffee in exchange for his payment. Ms. Hart oversees the transaction. Right Pic – Johnny Collett and Ms. Hart stand in front of a coffee cart with two of Ms. Hart’s students.

ALT Left Pic – A young girl hands Johnny Collett coffee in exchange for his payment. Ms. Hart oversees the transaction. Right Pic – Johnny Collett and Ms. Hart stand in front of a coffee cart with two of Ms. Hart’s students.
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Eager to start Day 2 of @usedgov Back-to-School 2019 with a visit to @BeltonSchools Kentucky Trail Elementary! @MOEducation #EducationFreedomTour
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