Creating Safer, More Supportive Spaces: Free Checklist + Masking Guide
Too often, neurodivergent students are asked to adapt to environments that aren’t built with their needs in mind. They may mask their stress, suppress self-regulatory behaviors, or simply shut down—while appearing to cope on the surface. Without tools to assess our spaces and recognize these invisible barriers, we risk overlooking what students truly need to feel safe, included, and supported.
That’s why we created this free resource bundle: a Safe Space Checklist and Understanding Masking Guide—two printable tools designed to help school-based professionals reflect on their environments and recognize when students may be masking to get through the day.
What You’ll Get:
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A classroom checklist to assess psychological safety and inclusive practices
A quick-reference guide to understand why masking happens and how it impacts learning
Tools designed for SLPs, educators, and interdisciplinary school teams
Printable, easy-to-use resources for team meetings, reflection, or PD discussions
Why It Matters
When students feel safe enough to be their authentic selves, they thrive. These tools support your efforts to reduce masking, build trust, and create environments where neurodivergent learners don’t just survive—they belong.
📥 Get the Free Guide:
💡 Want to Learn More?
Check out our on-demand course: The Cost of Masking: Supporting Neurodivergent Learners Needs
Learn how masking impacts neurodivergent learners and gain practical, neuroaffirming strategies to support authentic communication and reduce emotional toll in the classroom.