Listen "Beyond Special Education: One Man's Journey to Success"
Episode Synopsis
Join us on Wednesday, October 26 @ 6pm EST for an exciting conversation with Ronnie Sidney II, LCSW, on his work, books and experiences as a special education student. Ronnie is a therapist, self-published author, activist, motivational speaker, and business owner from Tappahannock, VA. He is a 2014 graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University's School of Social Work master's program. In 2017, Ronnie became a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and has spent nearly 15 years in the mental health field. He released Amazon bestseller Nelson Beats the Odds in 2015, a semi autobiographical comic book about his experiences in special education. He went on to self-publish Tameka's New Dress, Rest in Peace RaShawn Reloaded, Educators Guide to the Nelson Beats the Odds Series and Nelson Beats the Odds Activity Guide. After being blessed with three beautiful daughters, Sidney and his wife are awaiting the arrival of his first son in February!
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