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🍂September: Fall Into Language
Everyday Experiences Are Language-Building Moments The beginning of a new season provides the perfect opportunity for new language experiences. September brings so many natural changes that often encourage us to make changes of our own—setting new routines, changing wardrobes, starting school, and adding family and community activities to our calendars. These new changes and…
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August Newsletter
This month’s Shout Speech and Language Therapy newsletter is packed with back-to -school information, speech production tips, and my favorite books of the month! Don’t miss my tips for building a successful foundation for the school year. Did you know advocacy is the best way to make sure your child get the support they…
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Quick Shout Tip: How can I prepare for my child’s IEP Meeting?
Ever walk into an IEP meeting and see the document for the first time right there at the table? It’s a lot to take in while everyone waits for you to react. Quick Shout Tip #9: Ask for the draft IEP before the meeting. Most schools will send it if you ask. A short…
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Special Education Update: What Parents Need to Know
Special education continues to evolve as federal and state agencies update guidance, funding priorities, and educational policies. While the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) remains the law that protects students with disabilities, proposed changes to funding, staffing, and service delivery may impact how schools provide special education services. As a parent, it is…
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Quick Shout Tip: Do you know who is at your IEP Table?
You walk into the IEP meeting, and don’t recognize a single face. Has this happened to you? No shame in that, but knowing who is in that room is just as important as knowing what services your child is receiving. Quick Shout Tip #5: Write down the names and roles of everyone at the…
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Preventing: Summer Learning Loss
Small Moments Make a Big Difference Summer is a time for relaxation, family fun, and making memories. While children deserve a break from the structure of the school year, research has shown that some children can lose academic and language skills during extended breaks. The good news is that preventing summer learning loss doesn’t…
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Quick Shout Tip: Take Back Control Before Your Next IEP Meeting
It’s critical you know these important IEP terms.
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Quick Shout Tip: Don’t miss this important IEP Step
If IEP the plan feels off, check the foundation.
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January Check Up
As we step into the new year, it’s crucial to prioritize your child’s academic progress.
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December: ‘Tis the Season to Play
In a world increasingly dominated by screens, the essence of play often takes a back seat. Yet, for speech and language development, play is the secret to early language development. Play help form the foundation for cognitive growth, social interaction, and language acquisition in children.