@AZ_Champions

Supporting Students. Ensuring Access. Improving Outcomes.

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Joined August 2025
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Bellwether
@bellwetherorgOct 6
Read the analysis: bellwether.org/blog/new-fisc…

New Fiscal Year 2024 Data: K-12 Special Education Funding Falls Further Behind as Enrollment Hits...

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NCLD@ncldorgOct 7
Know LD: Learning disabilities can look different. They can affect people in different ways and across different areas, and a person can have more than one LD. Learning about the different ways LD can show up is important to providing the right support. #KnowLD #LD
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Karla Phillips-Krivickas@AZKarlaSep 22
Every student with a disability deserves a Champion! @AZ_Champions
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@The74Sep 22
Arcane language, opaque processes and inconsistent communication often leave families unable to get the special education services their children need. One parent described it as "playing a game I didn't have the rules to" @ncldorg buff.ly/afFX4Ki
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NCLD@ncldorgApr 28
Only 17% of novice general educators feel completely confident adapting instruction for students with LD, compared with 60% of novice special educators. Inclusive classrooms need better support for the teachers leading them. Read NCLD’s report: ncld.co/4e3Hcg3
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NCLD@ncldorgApr 30
Time is a major barrier for teachers supporting students with LD. NCLD’s report finds many have resources & support, but without enough time, those efforts can't fully reach students. Let’s ensure teachers have time to help every student succeed: ncld.co/48oXcWd
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General education teachers were much less confident in their ability to differentiate instruction than special educators despite the fact that most students with disabilities spending the majority of their school day in general education classrooms. edweek.org/teaching-learning…

How Teachers Feel About Adapting Instruction for Students With Disabilities

Both general and special education teachers need more time and support to build confidence in differentiating instruction.

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EducatingAllLearners.org
@educateall_orgAug 4
Karla Phillips-Krvickas, a 2026 Educating All Learners Champion, was featured on Phoenix's 12News! She’s empowering parents with a vital evaluation checklist for IEP meetings through @AZ_Champions 12news.com/article/news/inve… #SpecialEducation #Advocacy

Arizona mom turns search for special education answers into statewide advocacy effort

She built a tool to help get kids with autism the support they're entitled to. Now, a national award will help expand it to more disabilities and families statewide.

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Phillips-Krivickas says the recognition isn't really about her, it's validation for the families and advocates who make up the coalition, and momentum to reach the parts of the state that haven't been served yet. 12news.com/article/news/inve…

Arizona mom turns search for special education answers into statewide advocacy effort

She built a tool to help get kids with autism the support they're entitled to. Now, a national award will help expand it to more disabilities and families statewide.

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Karla Phillips-Krivickas@AZKarlaJul 24
The U.S. GAO issued a report this month regarding the increase of students with disabilities educated in general education classrooms. This is a good thing for students. Read the Champions for Kids report on the same topic for AZ specific information. azchampions.org/least-restri…
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There were a lot of Champions for Kids helping these parents but a special shout out to Diana Newmark at the University of Arizona College of Law Education Advocacy Clinic! See less kvoa.com/news/local/asdb-bro…

State finds ASDB violated federal special education law ahead of Tucson campus move

TUCSON, Ariz. (KVOA) - The Arizona State School for the Deaf and the Blind has been found in violation of federal special education law following a complaint filed by the

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Such an important study. Improving outcomes for students with disabilities can play an important role in hitting these goals. educationforwardarizona.org/…

Arizona Students with Disabilities Have Everything to Gain - Education Forward Arizona

Guest Column Writer Karla Phillips-Krivickas is the co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Champions for Kids and the Arizona Inclusion Network. She is

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AZCIR || @azcir.bsky.social@ArizCIRJul 9
Listen to (or read) the full interview here: kjzz.org/the-show/2026-07-09…

Despite millions in investment, fewer AZ high school grads are enrolling in college, trade school

A decade ago, Arizona leaders set a goal designed to boost our state’s future by boosting our state’s students post high-school graduation. By 2030, 70% of the state’s graduates would continue their...

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The study found that 43 to 47 percent of high school students with autism go on to college, a significant shift from past decades, when postsecondary education was often viewed as an unlikely path for these graduates. insidehighered.com/news/stud…

Colleges Serving More Autistic Students Than They Realize

New research from Michigan State University finds that enrollment among autistic students is far higher than previously estimated, underscoring gaps in how campuses identify and support students.

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Honored and blessed to win this award and join the ranks of other amazing leaders!
EducatingAllLearners.org
@educateall_orgMay 4
We're thrilled to announce our EALA 2026 New Champion and Runners Up! New Champion: Karla Phillips-Krivickas, Champions for Kids Sandra Hunter, Roadmap to Success Nashlie Sephus, Bean Path Congrats to these amazing leaders! educatingalllearners.org/new…
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When you're allowed to dream big . . .
Arizona Diamondbacks
@DbacksMar 31
Joe Giacinto, a blind and autistic clarinet phenom, performed tonight's National Anthem.
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This is amazing! Common accommodations students with disabilities need in traditional classroom settings are provided to everyone — a key factor in the learner-centered system’s success.
The 74
@The74Mar 19
Exclusive: A new study examines three schools that meet the needs of all students with unique daily practices and organizational structures the74million.org/article/sha…
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HB 2621 passed the House today 51-0-8-1 making it easier for students with disabilities in unincorporated areas and group homes to access much needed education and services. Thank you @MatthewGress and @BrianGarciaAZ
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Yesterday, SB1754 passed the AZ State Senate. This bill improves transparency of the special education complaint outcomes and reinforces student privacy protections. Thanks to @realmarkfinchem and the Senate Education Committee for believing in this bill. azleg.gov/legtext/57leg/2R/b…
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The Arc of Tucson@arcoftucsonMar 1
Special education enrollment keeps growing. These 3 graphics show how. | K-12 Dive k12dive.com/news/these-3-cha…

Special education enrollment keeps growing. These 3 graphics show how.

Autism, developmental delay and multiple disabilities marked the fastest growing IDEA disability categories between 2023 and 2024.

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Join us w/@drightsarizona @encirclefams Feb 26 at 10am virtually for an info session helping families of students with disabilities navigate school closures. Register at azchampions.org/events-3/ tucsonlocalmedia.com/foothil…

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Join us w/@drightsarizona @encirclefams Feb 26 at 10am virtually for an info session helping families of students with disabilities navigate school closures. Register at azchampions.org/events-3/ abc15.com/news/education/lis…

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