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Who We Are

Introducing the Mission and the Faces Behind Spedster

Our Mission

At SPEDSTER, our mission is to become the central and most trusted meeting place for the special education community to find resources, solve problems, bring attention to important issues, and access to tools and knowledge that are designed, researched, curated, and created to advance the lives of students with disabilities.  In addition, we provide extensive professional development to all educators, access to both no-cost and paid tools, publish position papers on critical topics, and create dynamic content daily.

Our Leadership Team

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Kurt Hulett

Kurt Hulett is a leading special education advocate and educational consultant based in Central Texas. He works extensively on behalf of children and families engaged in the IEP and Section 504 process. He is well-known for his ability to navigate difficult situations and secure the educational services, goals, and desired outcomes for the parents and students he serves. In addition, he trains principals and administrators in the utilization of both best practices and legal approaches to special education management. Kurt Hulett is the author of the best-selling text “Legal Aspects of Special Education.” He is committed to helping all stakeholders meet the needs of students with disabilities.

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