# The Speech-Language Pathologist's Handbook for Inclusive School Practices

**Authors:** [Julie Causton Ph.D.](https://products.brookespublishing.com/cw_Contributorinfo.aspx?ContribID=11724&Name=Julie+Causton,Ph.D.), [Chelsea P. Tracy-Bronson Ph.D.](https://products.brookespublishing.com/cw_Contributorinfo.aspx?ContribID=15741&Name=Chelsea+Tracy-Bronson,Ph.D.)

**Overview:**  
Every inclusive school team needs a great SLP who supports communication skills where they’re needed most–in the classroom, as students with disabilities learn and participate alongside their peers. This is the practical, friendly guide SLPs need to go beyond pull-out services and deliver successful communication and language supports as part of an inclusive school team.

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## STRATEGIES THAT HELP SLPs:

- provide effective communication and language supports within the classroom environment
- collaborate with other members of the school team
- promote higher academic achievement through communication supports
- help facilitate peer supports and friendships
- choose accommodations and modifications that improve communication and participation
- match supports to students' specific strengths
- keep expectations high for all students
- maximize student independence
- respond to challenging behavior in gentle, positive ways

## PRACTICAL MATERIALS:  
Tools and checklists to help plan and communicate a speech-language therapy plan, choose student supports, clarify team roles and responsibilities, presume competence, and more.

## **Get more from Julie Causton:**

- [Watch a recording of Dr. Causton's webinar - The Role of the Paraprofessional in the Inclusive Class](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wn8fcbJ1Y6U&feature=youtu.be)
- [Read her blog at inclusiveschooling.com!](https://www.inclusiveschooling.com/blog-new/)

## **Reviews**

Mary Huston

“A must have. . . well-organized, easy-to-read, and filled with examples of what teaching in an inclusive classroom looks like. It takes the fear out of leaving the therapy room and going into the classroom.”

Kristin Cummings

“A great resource for school-based SLPs . . . After you finish this book, you will realize that inclusion isn't just a therapy option, but a meaningful and powerful tool for our students.”

Justin McAvoy Lee

“I highly recommend this resource, particularly for speech-language pathologists and special educators who have recently entered a school-based setting.”

Dr. Richard Villa, President, Bayridge Consortium, Inc.  
“An excellent resource clarifying the ‘how to’ of providing an integrative delivery of speech and language services in an inclusive school.”

Dr. Jacqueline Thousand, Professor  
“Chock full of proven tools for promoting inclusive education and differentiating instruction for students with specialized educational needs.”

Lauren Kravetz Bonnet  
“Causton and Tracy-Bronson present and inspire ideas for designing classrooms that support all learners in inclusive settings.”

**Looking for in-depth training from inclusion expert Julie Causton?**  
Check out live and on-demand training offerings—perfect for individuals or entire districts!  
**[Learn more.](/content/julie-causton-spotlight/index.html)**

## **Download a printable poster**
[A speech-language pathologist's job description](/content/resource-library/speech-language-pathologist-poster/index.html)

## **Download an excerpt**  
[Rethinking students: Presuming Competence](/content/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Causton-SLP-rethinking-students.pdf)

## **Watch a webinar**  
[Click here to watch a recording of Dr. Causton's webinar - The Role of the Paraprofessional in the Inclusive Class](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wn8fcbJ1Y6U&feature=youtu.be)

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- planning tools
- checklists

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