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We've all heard the old adage that communication is key. However, nearly 5 -10 percent of Americans have a communication disorder, this includes speech & language & the deaf & hard-of-hearing communities. So what interventions are in place to ensure that our children are receiving the necessary support that leads to a successful school experience? Who are the professionals responsible for facilitating these critical services? We’ll explore those topics and more in this episode of educationally speaking.

Host: Mark Edwards, Oakland Schools' Communications Specialist

Guests:

Diane Katakowski, OS Speech & Language Consultant

Jennifer Ryan, OS Speech & Language Consultant

Janice Rich, OS Audiologist

Nancy Sullivan,  OS Deaf & Hard of Hearing Teacher Consultant

Tina Roy, OS Deaf & Hard of Hearing Teacher Consultant

Producer: Mark Hansen, Oakland Schools' Media Production and Distance Learning Manager