As I celebrate my 46th year in the field of speech and language pathology, I find myself more committed than ever to continued learning and evolving with the needs of the students and professionals I serve. The field has transformed dramatically since I began, and…

One of the greatest misunderstandings in early childhood education is the belief that language development will happen naturally—even when environments are overstimulating, under-connected, and increasingly reliant on technology. But as we’re learning from both practice and science, language doesn’t simply “happen.” It is built, brick…

As a speech-language pathologist committed to supporting both language and literacy development, I found the SpeechPathology.com course Obstacles to Language-Rich Environments and Why It Matters for Educational Success by Angie Neal to be especially impactful. It pulled together current research, developmental benchmarks, and social shifts…

In my work as a speech-language pathologist, literature is at the heart of everything I do. It’s not just a vehicle for vocabulary—it’s the bridge to listening comprehension, inferencing, narrative structure, receptive and expressive language, and so much more. My therapy units often span several…

In today’s fast-paced, tech-integrated world, note-taking has evolved far beyond pen and paper. For speech-language pathologists (SLPs), this shift is more than just a convenience—it’s a call to action to explore how AI can transform note-taking. I recently completed a compelling course led by Joan…

A thematic literacy center is a powerful way to bring learning to life—and when it comes to engaging young learners, few topics capture their imagination quite like animals. In particular, birds offer a rich foundation for integrating fiction and nonfiction texts, building vocabulary, and practicing…

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept—it’s here, and it’s reshaping how we deliver speech and language services. From real-time data collection to virtual articulation tools, AI offers both exciting opportunities and new challenges for Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs). In this post, we explore…

As students grow older, math becomes more complex—not just in the operations, but in the language itself. By upper elementary and middle school, math vocabulary shifts from concrete to conceptual. Words like evaluate, estimate, data, or difference can feel abstract or even intimidating for students…

In a world increasingly filled with surface-level interactions and distractions, David Brooks’ How to Know a Person is a much-needed invitation to rediscover the art of deep human connection. This insightful and compassionate book serves as both a guide and a call to action: to…

Inspired by Dr. Shelley Moore and the Life in the Balance Conference This past week, I had the privilege of attending the Life in the Balance conference, where I was reminded—not for the first time—of why I continue to be drawn to the work of…