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Kenneth Mims

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Founder of Science Prep Academy & NERC

Kenneth Mims is a compassionate and experienced STEM educator with over twenty years of experience teaching robotics, computer programming, and physical science to a diverse range of learners. As the founder of the Neurodiversity Education Research Center (NERC), he has made significant strides in advocating for inclusive education for autistic students. An award-winning school creator, Kenneth is internationally recognized as an expert in educating autistic learners. He published his first book, "A Mother's Guide to Autism," and looks forward to connecting with parents across the nation. His vision is to impact the lives of autistic children by sharing his innovative education model and providing coaching to parents and teachers through community outreach and training.

180 - The Future of Inclusive Education & Workforce Readiness with Kenneth Mims
Feb. 20, 2026

180 - The Future of Inclusive Education & Workforce Readiness with Kenneth Mims

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes physicist and educator Kenneth Mims, founder of Neurodiversity Education Research Center (NERC) and Science Prep Academy. Kenneth shares how his personal journey—including the loss of his brother—shaped his strength-based approach to supporting autistic and neurodivergent students. He challenges deficit-focused models of education and advocates for micro-schools, integrated therapeutic supports, and workforce readiness in STEM fie...
Guest: Kenneth Mims