The Role of SLPs in Supporting Literacy Development

<p>Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) are experts in language, by definition - but they may be an untapped source of professional learning for colleagues, as well as a support for developing readers and writers. What role can SLPs play in supporting literacy development in our schools? SST8’s Tracy Mail recently attended a conference called <em>Reading, Writing and the SLP: Preschool to High School,</em> sponsored by the American Speech and Hearing Association, and she talks with our own Kim Nagy about what she learned - and how buildings and districts can put this learning to use.</p> <p>Co-Hosts: Tracy Mail, SST8 Educational Consultant and Kim Nagy, SST8 Urban Literacy Specialist</p> <p><u><strong>Additional Resources</strong></u></p> <p>Register now for ASHA's <a href="https://www.asha.org/events/reading-and-writing/" target="_blank">2022 <em>Reading, Writing and the SLP: Preschool to High School</em></a> conference - Feb 2-14, 2022</p>