Bridging Communication for Classroom Success: Enhancing Student Behavior and Learning - 36605

Join us for an insightful professional development session designed to empower educators with the skills and knowledge to effectively use alternative forms of communication (AAC) in the classroom. This session will focus on the integration of visual aids and picture-based communication systems to enhance participation, learning, and behavior management for students with special needs. By the end of this session, participants will be equipped with practical strategies to use alternative forms of communication (AAC), ultimately leading to increased student engagement, enhanced learning experiences, and improved classroom behavior for students with special needs. 0.5 ASHA CEUs offered

Schedule & Location
6/10/2026 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
ESC Region 11
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Audiences
Paraprofessionals, Speech Therapists, Teacher - Special Education, Instructional Coaches/Support Specialists
Objectives
By the end of the session, participants will be able to explain the benefits of implementing communication systems in the classroom and list strategies to encourage communication in a classroom setting.
Session 64439
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T-TESS 4.3

Registration Deadline 6/10/2026
Credit Type Continuing Professional Education
Duration 06:00
T-PESS

Presenter
Laura Lewis, M.S. CCC/SLP ESC 11, Michael Tucker ESC Region 11, Susan Key ESC Region 11


Michael Tucker

For assistance contact:

Michael Tucker
Team Lead, Behavior
mtucker@esc11.net
(817) 740-7586

Laura Lewis

For assistance contact:

Laura Lewis
Speech Language Pathologist
LLewis@esc11.net