Speech Language Impairment


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Speech or Language Impairment means there is an adverse effect on the child's educational performance and a significant discrepancy from typical communication skills in one or more of the following areas: stuttering (fluency), sound production (articulation), using and understanding language and voice quality.

Overview of Services

Speech-Language Pathologists evaluate and treat students as well as serve on intervention, IEP, and eligibility teams in their schools. Once eligible for 'Speech and language special education services', services are provided based on student needs. A variety of service delivery options are available to include consultative and direct and indirect intervention. Services are provided in special classes and in the general education setting.

Related Links and Downloads

Stuttering Foundation of America

Administrative Contacts

Janice Hornbeck

Janice Hornbeck, Supervisor
HornbeJD@pwcs.edu

Yannette Valdivia, Administrative Assistant II
ValdivY@pwcs.edu
703-791-7286

Jennifer M. Lee, Lead Clinical Speech Pathologist
LeeJM@pwcs.edu
703-791-7420

Justine E. Byun, Lead Clinical Speech Pathologist
ByunJE@pwcs.edu
703-791-8078

Lori Carozza, Lead Clinical Speech Pathologist
CarozzL@pwcs.edu
703-791-8845