NatickPS Assistive Technology

Providing access for all Natick students through assistive technology

NatickPS AT coordinator:
Julianne Adams Goldsmith, MS, CCC-SLP

[NatickPS Assistive Technology @NatickPS_AT]

Happy #AACawarenessmonth ! Let’s kick it off by introducing Natick’s newest AT team member, Miss Lily! If you see her around town, be sure to give her a warm @natickps welcome!

[NatickPS Assistive Technology @NatickPS_AT]

❤️💙

[NatickPS Assistive Technology @NatickPS_AT]

I love this explanation of #AAC modeling!

[Communication Matters @Comm_Matters]

Have you had a look at some of the great resources @TobiiDynavox have shared? This includes some printable low tech boards for supporting communciation in hospital settings 🏥

https://t.co/KXQ3jrEihi

#share #AACideas #SupportCommunication

[Adam Grant @AdamMGrant]

The 7 habits of overproductive remote workers

1. Drop time-consuming formalities like "hi" & "thanks"
2. Brush teeth while showering
3. Shorten commute by using laptop as pillow
4. Eat lunch while exercising
5. Rmv vwls frm txts
6. Cut last item on to-do list

#MondayMotivation

[Adam Grant @AdamMGrant]

Mr. Rogers advised us to look for the helpers. We also need to look out for the helpers.

By caring for the caregivers, we can protect them from burnout.

Reminder: seeking support is a source of strength, not a sign of weakness.

#FridayThoughts https://t.co/Xbby7DdPPp

[AAC at Penn State @AAC_Penn_State]

During emergency situations, individuals with #CCN can be at high risk. Emergency preparedness is key!
Check out this webcast to hear from Pamela Kennedy as she describes 7 critical steps for preparing for emergencies. https://t.co/4WDo9zTUIK

#AAC #AugComm
@USSAAC @ISAAC_AAC

[AAC Journal @AACjourn]

Thinking about just-in-time programming in #AugComm? Check out this must-read paper by Drs. @Holyfield_AAC, Caron, and Light @AAC_Penn_State: https://t.co/3QNxwL9c4G

[NatickPS Assistive Technology @NatickPS_AT]

FALSE: Using #AAC will prevent my child/student from talking

[NatickPS Assistive Technology @NatickPS_AT]

Don't put my voice on the shelf!

Thanks @BrownSchlSpeech for sharing this gem!

https://t.co/FSXyPa6khd

#AAC #DontLeaveMyVoiceOnTheShelf

[NatickPS Assistive Technology @NatickPS_AT]

@NHSSpecEd @SpOlympicsMA @Natick_HS Woo hoo!!!

[NatickPS Assistive Technology @NatickPS_AT]

Ms. Buckmire’s second graders at @liljalions were interested in how we communicate and how some people need a little extra help using #AAC and #AssistiveTechnology. They wrote thoughtful questions and got the answers from #AACusers in K1B! @jbuckmire2 @natickps @LuffTim

[Natick Preschool @NatickPreschool]

Technology helps us build relationships when used purposefully and with individual student needs in mind. ⁦@natickps⁩

[NatickPS Assistive Technology @NatickPS_AT]

This is *humerus* ...*bone* apetite! #AAC #AACJokes #humorus #happyhalloween #halloweenhumor #AACedIt @natickps @BrownSchlSpeech

[NatickPS Assistive Technology @NatickPS_AT]

“Say hi. It makes me feel excited.” This video will give you all the feels! #AAC #BetterSpeechAndHearingMomth #BHSM #graduation

[𝙼𝚎𝚐𝚑𝚊𝚗 𝚁𝚎𝚍𝚖𝚘𝚗𝚍 @alaska22redmond]

Do yourself a favor and take 1 min 30 secs out of your day to watch this. This is one of our graduating #Classof2019. It will be the best thing you see on the internet this year, I promise! Proud of you Malcolm! And @ben_griese, you are amazing! #TheEagleWay #NorthtotheFuture

[NatickPS Assistive Technology @NatickPS_AT]

May is better speech and hearing month! Check out this ASHA Leader article about how Leo uses his AAC system to engage with Alexa...and drastically increase his independence #AAC #AT #assistivetechnology #AlexaMeetMyAACDevice https://t.co/UiofMlQ3a5

[Natick Public Schools @natickps]

Tonight, the Natick School Committee voted to appoint Dr. Anna Nolin as the new Superintendent of Schools. View the meeting in full by visiting the Education channel on Natick Pegasus online.

[NatickPS Assistive Technology @NatickPS_AT]

#NatickPS speechies visiting #FreddieTheFly at #ASHA18 @natickps #relationshipsmatter #professionaldevelopment

[Daniel Pink @DanielPink]

An astonishingly simple (but extremely effective) technique to sharpen your listen skills:

Before your respond in a conversation, take a breath.

Seriously. That's it. It'll help.

https://t.co/SSHECTjiK0