In Labeled From The Beginning, From Special Ed to Ph.D. Dr. Amber J. Banks, an advocate of audacity not only provides an astute and revealing diagnosis of the pain and trauma she and her twin brother suffered as children being special education students in Austin I.S.D., but she unapologetically, boldly, and courageously challenges assumptions and speaks directly to marginalized students and parents about stigma, stereotypes, racism, sexism, dyslexia, and unconscious bias associated with special education, the mental health effects, and how to overcome them.
Packed with essential information and advice for navigating the system, this invaluable resource will help students who are in special education, parents, and aspiring educators find true liberation and dare to live AUTHENTICALLY.