

TPP 190a: Dr. Melanie Hayes Talks About Her Big Minds Micro-School and Educating 2e Children
Apr 4, 2025
Dr. Melanie Hayes, founder of Big Minds micro-school, shares her journey of creating an educational haven for twice-exceptional learners. She discusses the unique challenges these students face in traditional schools and the importance of fostering self-advocacy. The conversation highlights a shift to a strengths-based approach, promoting creativity and social skills in learning. Listeners will gain insights into building nurturing environments and supporting neurodivergent children, along with valuable resources for advocacy and community connection.
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Intro
00:00 • 5min
Transforming Education for Neurodivergent Kids
04:30 • 12min
Creating a Nurturing Space for Neurodivergent Learners
16:39 • 5min
Supporting Neurodivergent Learners
21:16 • 14min
Empowering Self-Advocacy in Children
35:08 • 6min
Resources and Community for Twice-Exceptional Children
41:27 • 2min
Closing Thoughts on Supporting Twice-Exceptional Children
43:53 • 2min