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Equipping SLPs with Knowledge and Resources to Mitigate Disproportionality in Special Education
Veronica, the owner of Bilingual Speech Therapy World, Inc., recognizes the significance of equipping Speech-Language Pathologists with research-driven knowledge, practical tools, and relevant resources to skillfully serve Culturally & Linguistically Diverse (CLD) children in order to mitigate disproportionality in special education.
Whether that is through a comprehensive range of Professional Development Presentations or in-depth Consultations or a combination of both, SLPs are provided with the opportunity to learn and apply non-standardized and dynamic assessment and therapy approaches and practices.
Why it Matters
“Disproportionality studies are vital tools for anyone concerned with monitoring equity and integrity in the special education process.”
Source: Robinson, G. C., & Norton, P. C. (2019). A decade of disproportionality: A state-level analysis of African American students enrolled in the primary disability category of speech or language impairment. Language, Speech, and Hearing Services in Schools, 50(2), 267-282
Taking Initiative of Your Journey as a Culturally-Linguisitically Responsive SLP
Veronica recognizes that tackling disproportionality in special education is a considerable task and that it, ultimately, is a collaborative effort required among various special education professionals. In addition, many SLPs have reported not received specific training in how to perform non-biased bilingual assessments and are not confident about the process (Caesar, L. G., & Kohler, P. D., 2007).
However, culturally and linguistically responsive and intentional SLPs can take initiative of their own learning, unlearning, and growth by pursuing relevant continuous education and consultation services that can help mitigate disproportionality in special education one student at a time.
Source: Caesar, L. G., & Kohler, P. D. (2007). The State of School-Based Bilingual Assessment: Actual Practice Versus Recommended Guidelines. ASHA Wire. https://doi.org/10.1044/0161-1461(2007/020)
Making a Difference Together!
Professional Development Presentations
Professional Development Presentations offer curated topics that not only bridges research and practice, but more importantly, supports SLPs to mitigate disproportionality one student at a time.
Professional, Individualized Consultations
Consultations provide SLPs time to engage in a collaborative and practical conversation to discuss specific cases or questions regarding assessing and treating CLD children.
Meet Veronica, Founder of Bilingual Speech Therapy World, Inc.
Veronica founded Bilingual Speech Therapy World, Inc. in 2020 to address the growing demand for culturally and linguistically responsive assessments and therapy. With nine years of experience focusing on early childhood and school-aged children from diverse backgrounds, she has served as a co-lead school Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) and provided supervision and mentorship to students, SLPs & SLPAs. In addition, Veronica's dedication led her to complete an Advanced Certificate in Bilingual Speech-Language Pathology at Columbia University in 2022.
