Opportunity Gap: How to Support Kids of Color Who Learn Differently
Navigating the education system can be overwhelming for families whose children have ADHD, dyslexia, or other learning and thinking differences. Opportunity Gap is a podcast that sheds light on the real challenges families face when trying to get the right support for their kids.
On this show, we explore how identity, race, disability, and access to resources can make the education journey more challenging — and what parents can do about it. Join host Julian Saavedra, an assistant principal and father of two, as he shares real stories, expert insights, and practical strategies to help you advocate for your child.
Latest Episode
Ask Me Anything: Your back-to-school questions answered (13.08.2025)
Previous Episodes
- Julian Saavedra talks supporting your child on The Mama’s Den podcast 30.07.2025
- Best of: Unpacking viral ADHD myths on social media with Dr. Kristin Carothers 16.07.2025
- What is a “good summer” for kids with learning disabilities? 02.07.2025
- 8 key special education terms parents should know 18.06.2025
- What you need to know about federal funding for special education 04.06.2025
- What to do when kids are feeling depressed or anxious 21.05.2025
- When dyslexia is missed: The impact on students of color 07.05.2025
- Navigating your child’s diagnosis: Self-care tips for parents 23.04.2025
- 4 tips to help kids cope with uncertainty and anxiety 09.04.2025
- How to build strong parent-child bonds 26.03.2025
- The hard truth about racism in special education: Part 2 12.03.2025
- The hard truth about racism in special education: Part 1 26.02.2025
- The power of culturally responsive teaching 12.02.2025
- How to get over the “mid-year slump” 29.01.2025
- What families wish you knew about learning disabilities 15.01.2025
- Building strong reading skills in kids 01.01.2025
- How I’d parent my ADHD kids differently 18.12.2024
- Helping kids navigate the holiday season 04.12.2024
- How I’m navigating my child’s two diagnoses 20.11.2024
- Game on! Teaching kids sportsmanship 06.11.2024
