Sessions of 2026 Connection Conference: Katherine Wujcikowski
Wujcikowski, Katherine
CTE Instructor
Deer Valley Unified School District
Katherine is a CTE educator specializing in Communication Media Technologies, teaching Film & TV Production at the high school level across beginning through advanced courses. She holds a Bachelor’s in Interdisciplinary Studies, a Master’s in Secondary Education (Humanities), and has attended film school. As an educator with hearing loss, Katherine advocates for high expectations and accessible pathways that allow students with disabilities to meet the same standards through different paths.
Sessions:
[5694] Same Bar. Different Path: Supporting Students with Disabilities
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Westin La Paloma
- Interdisciplinary
Students with disabilities do not need lowered expectations—they need access, belief, and different pathways to reach the same standards. This session challenges deficit-based thinking and explores how educators can maintain rigor while creating supportive, inclusive classrooms. Led by a Communication Media Technologies CTE educator with hearing loss, the presentation blends personal experience with practical strategies for building systems that support diverse learners. Attendees will examine how to design instruction, routines, and projects that honor student strengths, promote independence, and reduce overwhelm for both students and teachers. Participants will leave with a renewed mindset and concrete tools to ensure all students are seen for their ability, not their disability.
