Troy Hale

Plagued with lifelong anxiety, a behavioral addiction, life has been full of adversity. I was blessed with a daughter with an intellectual disability, 15 years of marriage.

The story of how a Southern Alberta, who grew up with 5 younger siblings, chased his dreams of adventure and accomplishment to become a 2x marathon runner and a Family Feud Canada Champion.

Classrooms today are more complex than ever. With a growing range of learning needs, abilities, and backgrounds, teachers are asking: What does inclusion really mean? Is it the right approach for every student? And how can we possibly make it work with the resources we have? This session invites attendees to explore these questions openly, through real stories, current research, and practical classroom examples. Together, we'll talk about the barriers, successes, and big-picture purpose of inclusion. Participants will leave with insights, strategies, and resources to feel more confident and less overwhelmed when supporting students with diverse and complex needs.