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Access Schools addresses the specific needs of school-based speech-language pathologists. This bimonthly update during the school year is designed to be informative, practical, and easy to use. This e-newsletter is designed to inform you of upcoming events and current trends to help you succeed in the schools.
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Breaking News
- ASHA's Analysis of 2006 IDEA Part B Final Regulations Now Available
The Part B final regulations to implement the recently enacted changes to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) as amended by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004, commonly known as IDEA 2004, were published in the Federal Register on August 14, 2006. ASHA has developed analyses of the final regulations focusing on the impact on speech-language pathology and audiology services in school settings that is accessible on ASHA's IDEA Action Center Web page (member benefit).
The Department of Education has also released model forms, notices of procedural safeguards, and prior written notices. Contact Catherine Clarke, ASHA's Director of Education and Regulatory Advocacy at cclarke@asha.org.
- Early Reading First Awards Announced
The U.S. Department of Education has announced the award of nearly $102 million in Early Reading First grants to 32 recipients in 25 states to improve language and literacy skills in young children. Access more information on the grant awardees [DOC].
For more information on the Early Reading First Program, go to the Web site or contact Catherine Clarke at cclarke@asha.org.
- Federal Review of Reading First Finds Flaws in Grant Process
The U.S. Department of Education's (ED) Office of the Inspector General (OIG) recently released a report which found that the grant approval process for the Reading First program was fundamentally flawed because of ethics violations and favoritism. The report substantiates claims by publishers of reading programs that ED officials may have steered the grants toward applicants who utilized favored reading programs and instructional methodology and found that the method used to screen applicants for conflicts of interest was "not effective."
Download the report or contact Neil Snyder, Director of Federal Advocacy at nsnyder@asha.org.
- Fall Forum on Strategizing Solutions to SLP Personnel Shortages
The Fall Forum on Strategizing Solutions to SLP Personnel Shortages was held in Rockville, Maryland, Sept. 28 through Sept. 30, 2006. Invited participants including representatives from university academic programs, state education agencies and school districts, health care settings, government agencies, and recruitment agencies, met to brainstorm and discuss implementation of innovative solutions to address personnel shortages. The format for the meeting included presentations of successful models and partnerships and small group discussions to generate additional solutions and implementation strategies. For more information on the Fall Forum contact Janet Deppe at jdeppe@asha.org.
- ASHA's Schools Finance Committee Launches Redesigned Web Site
Recently, ASHA's School Finance Committee (SFC) developed and conducted an online review of the SFC Web resources. Based on the comments and suggestions received from member reviewers, the new SFC Web page includes the following:
Medicaid Funding Flow Chart-provides an overview of how Medicaid monies flow from the federal government to state and local school districts.
Local Grant/Philanthropic Funding Table-lists existing opportunities to secure local funds for programs and projects with a brief synopsis of the award(s), requirements, and contact information
Tips for Grant Writers- offers a brief tutorial on writing a successful grant
Deal Makers/Deal Breakers-provides recommendations from the experts, including tips and advice for developing successful advocacy strategies and avoiding pitfalls.
Visit the new SFC page (member benefit). For more information on the goals and activities of the School Finance Committee, contact Janet Deppe, SFC ex-officio, at jdeppe@asha.org.
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Featured Question
Q: What is the role of the school-based speech-language pathologist in the Responsiveness to Intervention (RTI) process?
A: Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) can play a number of important roles in using RTI to identify children with disabilities and provide needed instruction to struggling students in both general education and special education settings. But these roles will require some fundamental changes in the way SLPs engage in assessment and intervention activities. Read more about RTI in ASHA's new resource: Responsiveness to Intervention (member benefit). For additional information contact: Lisa Rai Mabry-Price at accessschools@asha.org.
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Great news!
10% off all online purchases at the NEW ASHA Online Store!
Promo Code MSESPE2 at check-out.
Offer expires 11/30/2006 and is only available online.
Phone, email or faxed orders are not eligible for the 10% discount.
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Announcements
- 2006 School Survey Results Available Online!
This survey provides information about school-based service delivery and practice trends as well as updated information from ASHA's 1995, 2000, and 2004 Schools Surveys. Each report includes a listing of supplemental sources of information.
Updated trend reports on caseloads, salaries and working conditions coming soon!
For more information contact schools@asha.org.
- Register Now for the 2006 ASHA Convention
"Building Bridges through Communication"
When: November 16-18, 2006
Where: Miami Beach Convention Center
1901 Convention Center Drive
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
- ASHA Professional Development
ASHA offers a variety of options for professional development including e-learning and telephone seminars and replays. For more information contact ashaprofdev@asha.org
- Advancing Literacy: New from the Carnegie Corporation of New York
This Web site provides information about the state of adolescent literacy skills today and the ongoing efforts to affect policy, practice and research. Resources are available on this site for educators and families as well as state-specific resources.
- New from Reading Rockets: Target the Problem!
This tool helps parents and professionals understand the specific problems a child may be having with reading. You'll find practical suggestions on what you (and kids themselves) can do to overcome or deal with their reading difficulties. Visit the Reading Rockets Web site.
- Become Part of ASHA's Online Directory
ProSearch, ASHA's online directory of audiology and speech-language pathology programs, helps consumers find quality services from more than 8,100 programs that employ ASHA-certified SLPs and audiologists.
Get Discovered! Sign Up For ProSearch-ASHA's Free Referral Service.
- Do You Have a Story or Tip to Share?
To submit a story, email accessschools@asha.org. Stories may be edited for length and will be included as space allows. ASHA reserves the right to refuse any story or tip. By submitting a story or tip, you are granting ASHA permission to publish your name in this electronic newsletter.
- Renew Online for Peace of Mind!
It's fast, convenient, and secure. Join more than 42,000 of your ASHA colleagues who renewed online for 2006. Visit our Web site with your Visa or MasterCard, and ASHA ID number.
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Address comments and suggestions for future topics, information or resources to Janet Deppe or Lisa Rai Mabry-Price at AccessSchools@asha.org.
Next issue of Access Schools coming December 2006!
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