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Access Schools addresses the specific needs of school-based speech-language pathologists. We hope this new bimonthly update during the school year is informative, practical, and easy to use. Check out the information, resources, services and educational opportunities to help you succeed in the schools. ASHA ...working to keep you connected.
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Delaware & Missouri Clinicians Win Salary Supplements for CCCs
Five states and dozens of school districts have approved special salary increases for school speech-language pathologists who hold the CCC. Thousands of ASHA colleagues have gained salary supplements through certification. Learn from their success stories (members only) in video and print interviews.
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Updates on No Child Left Behind (NCLB)
Get the latest facts on how speech-language pathology and hearing services are affected as we enter the third year of the NCLB's implementation.
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The 2004 Schools Conference Anthology
The sold-out 2004 Schools Conference addressed the theme of "No Child Left Behind: What it Means for You." Get your copy of the 2004 Schools Conference Anthology which outlines presentations on topics such as adequate yearly progress, English language learners, alternate assessments, NCLB highlights, and other topics affecting school-based practice.
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Back to School Basics (members only)
Get all the tools and tips you need to start your new school year!
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Featured Question– Caseload/Workload
How can I achieve a more balanced workload?
The following resources can guide you:
- A Workload Analysis Approach for Establishing Caseload Standards in the Schools (members only)
Resources include: a Technical Report; Position Statement; and Guidelines. Also find examples and worksheets (members only) for help in understanding and implementing the workload analysis approach.
- Implementation Guide: A Workload Analysis Approach for Establishing Speech-Language Caseload Standards in the Schools
A companion resource (2003) for implementing the workload analysis process and advocacy strategies necessary to establish a balanced caseload. Worksheets and a CD-ROM are included. Order toll-free at 800-498-2071, and ask for Item #0804297. First copy free to members; additional copies $20; $40 for nonmembers, Item #0112585.
- Working For Change: A Guide for SLPs and Audiologists in Schools
This self-study packet offers strategies on how to negotiate with school unions, associations and school administrators to advocate for identified individual and local needs. Order toll-free at 800-498-2071, and ask for Item #0804088. Free to members; $14 for nonmembers, item #0112604.
- How Does Your Caseload Compare? (members only)
Find out how the demographics of your caseload compares to census statistics of the general popuation within your state.
- Exchange opinions with your colleagues in Online Discussion Forums.
Not an ASHA Member? Find out about the benefits of membership enjoyed by over 115,000 professionals, and apply today.
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2004 ASHA Convention in Philadelphia – United in Science and Service
Join the 8th annual Schools Forum , "Exploring Solutions for School- Based-Practice" on Thursday, Nov. 18, 9:30-11 am in the Convention Center Ballroom B.
Division-Sponsored, Pre-Convention Workshops:
- Strategies for Assessing & Facilitating the Social Interaction of Children with ASD and Their Typical Peers (Division 1) Wednesday, Nov. 17, 1 – 5:30 pm. Check program and registration [PDF] details.
- (Division 4) Wednesday, Nov. 17, 1:30 – 6 pm. Check program and registration [PDF] details.
- Language/Literacy Assessment and Development in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Populations (Division 14) Wednesday, Nov. 17: (Child populations) 7:45 am – 12:30 pm; (Adult populations) 1 – 5:30 pm. Check program and registration [PDF] details online.
Division-Sponsored Short Courses :
If you belong to any SID, you can register for Division Short Courses at half price !
- From Evidence to Practice: Interventions for Children with Autism (SC14), Friday, Nov. 19, 8-11 am. (Division 1)
- (SC02), Thursday, Nov. 18, 8-11 am. (Division 16)
See a complete list of ASHA Short Courses offered at Convention.
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Earn CEUs
Live and self-study programs offered in a wide variety of formats and subject matter.
Online Learning
Telephone Seminars (Web-enhanced)
Self Study
- No Child Left Behind: What it Means for SLPs
Instant replay of a recent telephone seminar.
- The Role of the Speech-Language Pathologist in Facilitating Emergent Literacy Skills
Two-hour audiotape and manual. (Item #0112254)
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Browse and buy online, or call ASHA Product Sales toll-free, 1-888-498-6699.
- Developing Educationally Relevant IEPs: A Technical Assistance Document for Speech-Language Pathologists
Provides information on the IEP process under the amended IDEA. Includes a side-by-side analysis of current legislation and regulations and samples of material that support the development of educationally relevant IEPs. Published in cooperation with the ASPIIRE IDEA Partnership and the U.S. Department of Education. (Item #0112328).
- A Comparison of Federal Regulations as Regarding Provision of Related Services in Schools
This manual focuses on the content of the federal regulations of IDEA, Section 504 of the Vocational Rehabilitation Act and ADA related to service delivery in schools. (Item# 0112457)
- IDEA: Piecing Together the Puzzle of Federal, State and Local Requirements
This manual will assist related service providers in identifying and analyzing the source(s) and intentions of the IDEA requirements, understanding the responsibilities of states and localities, and identifying vehicles for advocating for change. (Item# 0112458)
- Ethics and IDEA
The new guide focuses on the ethical challenges confronting SLPs and audiologists as they implement IDEA in their school districts. (Item #0112573)
- Assistive Technology and IDEA
This guide provides practical information on the requirements of IDEA '97 related to assistive technology services. (Item #0112574)
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Next issue of Access Schools coming in October/November 2004 !
Address comments and suggestions for future topics, information or resources to AccessSchools@asha.org.
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