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Speech and Language Department
Ellis School
Who We Are:
- Bryn Hazelwood (SLP-CCC)
- Jenn Stolk (SLP-CCC)
- Beth Ann Kazan (Speech and Language Specialist)
What We Do:
Working with the full range of human communication and its disorders, speech-language pathologists:
- evaluate and diagnose speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, fluency and swallowing disorders; this includes the use of a variety of qualitative and quantitative assessment methods which includes standardized tests and other special instruments, in order to analyze and diagnose the nature and extent of speech, language and other impairments
- treat speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, fluency and swallowing disorders in individuals of all ages, from infants to the elderly, utilizing an individualized plan with both long-term goals and short-term goals established for each individual's needs
Speech-language pathologists often work as part of a team, which may include teachers, physicians, audiologists, psychologists, social workers, rehabilitation counselors and others. (adapted from www.asha.org)
What Students Can Learn from Speech & Language Professionals in their school
(adapted from "Roles and Cues" by progressustherapy.com)
- How to organize and categorize their thoughts
- Learn how to say their sounds properly
- Help children speak in front of others with ease
- Ask questions appropriately and concisely
- Express wants and needs
- Help a child with language disabilities interact and engage with their peers
- Expand and understand vocabulary
- Work on social language (social skills, etc.)