Monthly Archives: January 2022
Family Engagement Policy
AAC Devices
AAC methods that don’t use advanced computer technology include signing, gestures, written words, symbols and picture books. Specific products available in this category, include symbol charts, large pictures or objects of reference.
AAC methods that employ the use of technology do so at varying levels of complexity. The majority of them focus on producing speech or text for a user who finds it difficult or impossible to produce this themselves. Some take the symbol systems mentioned above and turn them into computerised versions which speak aloud the symbols selected.
For people who have additional needs that make it difficult for them to use a keyboard or touchscreen, computerised AAC devices can be operated in different ways, such as via switch or eye gaze technology. The latter relies on a user’s eyes to navigate the screen and operate the system. AAC technology is also available on smaller, mobile devices.
As a communication aid, an AAC device will be used constantly so it must be chosen and tailored to the user to ensure it is the right one for them.
An AAC specialist or speech and language therapy department may be able to help assess which kind of AAC device may be of the most use.
You can read more about AAC products on the Communication Matters website.
January Invite
The next meeting of the Parent Council will be held on Wednesday January 26th at 7.30pm via a Teams meeting.
A warm welcome is extended to all parents and carers. The meetings can be joined by from a smartphone, tablet or laptop.
For joining details, please send a message.
We look forward to seeing you!
Duty of Candour Report 20-21
Feeling Angry
A social story exploring anger. The story outlines various scenarios in which a young person may become angry and how they can manage their feelings.
Leaving School
Risk Assessment 05/01/22
Please note changes to isolation rules and testing will be added as soon as information is available.
Article of the Month-Article 1-January
Article 1 says that all people under 18 have the rights the UNCRC talks about, no matter who they are.