Speech / Language

Speech/language specialists examine, appraise, diagnose, and remediate the speech, voice, and language of children who experience difficulty with these functions. Students may be referred by parents, teachers, and/or a member of the child study team. The presenting speech/language problem must interfere with the educational process in order for the student to be eligible for services. Services are offered in accordance with the identified, individual needs of the children being served. It is also the responsibility of the speech/language specialist to serve as a resource person for the entire staff and to provide materials and suggestions to any teacher who is working with a communication challenged child in the classroom situation. Referrals are made to other specialists (medical, dental) when appropriate.