March Spotlights: Voices & Visibility
March offers meaningful opportunities to elevate awareness, celebrate resilience, and strengthen inclusive practices across our school communities. From Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month to Women’s History Month, these observances invite us to deepen understanding, recognize lived experiences, and reflect on how our schools can foster belonging and equitable access for all learners.
Below you’ll find ready-to-use messaging and curated resources to easily incorporate into your newsletters, staff communications, and social media platforms.
Access our quick resources and communications that are ready to share with your district and school communities.
Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
Turn-Key Message for Your Communications…
Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month highlights the contributions, experiences, and rights of individuals with developmental disabilities. In schools, this observance provides an important opportunity to strengthen inclusive practices that ensure all students can meaningfully participate in learning and school life. By fostering understanding and reducing barriers, we help create environments where every learner’s strengths are recognized and supported.
As we reflect this month, consider: How are our instructional materials, classroom structures, and schoolwide events designed to ensure access, dignity, and participation for every learner?
Thank you for your continued leadership in creating inclusive learning communities.
Ideas for Sharing…
Include these scripts and activity resources in your email, newsletter, or social media post:
· Read & Share (10–15 minutes): Available March 1st, explore the National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities (NACDD) 2026 campaign. Resources include fact sheets, advocacy resources, and shareable graphics!
· Watch & Reflect (15-20 minutes): This TED Talk explores the power of inclusive thinking and accessible design, specifically though innovative fashion design. Use this video as an opportunity to reflect with students on how to improve inclusion or access in their daily lives.
Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month
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Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month raises awareness of cerebral palsy (CP), a group of disorders that affect movement, muscle tone, and posture. CP is the most common motor disability in childhood, and its impact varies widely from person to person.
In educational settings, students with cerebral palsy may use assistive technology, mobility devices, or communication supports to fully participate in learning. Awareness helps ensure that accessibility, accommodations, and high expectations remain central to our instructional planning.
This month reminds us that physical differences do not define potential. By removing environmental barriers and maintaining inclusive mindsets, we empower students with CP to thrive academically and socially.
Ideas for Sharing…
Watch & Learn (4–6 minutes): “Check out this Cerebral Palsy Foundation video explaining the basics of CP and the condition’s relationship to learning.”
Listen & Reflect (45-60 minutes): Listen to an episode of The Cerebral Palsy Podcast featuring firsthand perspectives from individuals with CP.
National Brain Injury Awareness Month
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National Brain Injury Awareness Month increases understanding of brain injuries, including traumatic brain injury (TBI) and acquired brain injury. Brain injuries can affect memory, attention, behavior, processing speed, and emotional regulation—sometimes in ways that are not immediately visible.
In schools, students returning after a concussion or living with a brain injury may require flexible accommodations, structured routines, or modified workload expectations. Awareness ensures we respond with compassion and informed instructional supports.
This month provides an opportunity to reinforce the importance of safety, early intervention, and individualized support plans that promote both recovery and academic success.
Ideas for Sharing…
· Explore & Share (10–15 minutes): Brain Injury Association of America provides educational materials and infographics to educate and promote brain injury knowledge and awareness. Visit their website to download this year’s BIAA Brain Injury Awareness Month toolkit.
· Read & Learn (10-15 mins): Read the CDC’s “HEADS UP” fact sheet for education professionals to recognize the signs, dangers, and need-to-knows about concussions in schools.
Women’s History Month
Turn-Key Message for Your Communications…
Women’s History Month celebrates the achievements, leadership, and
contributions of women throughout history and across disciplines. It also
provides an opportunity to examine how women’s voices have been represented—and
at times underrepresented—in traditional curricula.
In schools, this month invites educators to intentionally highlight diverse
women leaders in science, education, government, literature, athletics, and
social movements. Representation supports student identity development and broadens understanding of leadership and innovation.
Thoughtful integration of women’s stories encourages critical thinking about
equity, opportunity, and progress—past and present.
Ideas for Sharing…
· Teach & Learn (20–30 minutes): Explore the National Women’s History Museum’s Digital Classroom Resources, from lesson plans to posters, to create a learning opportunity that celebrates the contributions of women while meeting your curricular needs.
Social Work Month
Turn-Key Message for Your Communications…
National Social Work Month recognizes the vital contributions of social workers in schools and communities. School social workers play an essential role in supporting students’ mental health, connecting families to resources, improving attendance, and strengthening school-home partnerships.
Their work often bridges academic, emotional, and social needs—ensuring students have the support systems necessary to succeed.
This month offers an opportunity to publicly recognize and thank the social workers who contribute to our students’ well-being, crisis response, and equitable access to services within our schools.
Ideas for Sharing…
· Post & Celebrate (5-10 minutes): Access the
National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Social Work Month toolkit with
ready-made graphics to share across
your school community and platforms.
· Listen & Learn (30-35 minutes): Check out NASW’s
“Social Work Talks” podcast episodes on school-based social work and
trauma-informed care to gain deeper insight into and appreciation for this
important work.