For 34 years, Pam was an art teacher in a public school district. In 2018 she became the main caregiver to her two fantastic bonus children. When her stepson aged out of the life skills program at the high school, she was able to retire to become a full time step mom. Since her stepson has autism, this second chapter has been an incredible new adventure for her. Her blended family has shaped her into a person who celebrates often and stresses much less of the small stuff. She has met so many incredible people in the autism community who inspire her daily to be determined, patient and joyful. Like any adventure, this life is full of ups and downs, however the ups far outweigh the downs for Pam.
Act 1 of SPEAK: Neurodiversity features 6 incredible talks to start our show. (click the photo to read their bio) <br> 🎤 BROOKE MELLET: “Finding Comfort In Living Your Truth” <br> 🎤 KELLI FISHER: “Embracing Neurodiversity: A Journey of Resilience and Triumph” <br> 🎤 PAM WEINGART: “I've Got This: Step-Parenting on the Spectrum” <br> 🎤 ROBERT VALLI, JR.: “Autism Dad, Esquire” <br> 🎤 DR. DALE COFFIN.: “Finding the Advocate Within”
Act 2 of SPEAK: Neurodiversity features a LIVE recording of The SPEAK Podcast where our hosts, George and Fred, will sit for a fireside chat with the SPEAKers of the Neurodiversity pop-up event to close out the show.