District Learning Support Services, Burnaby Schools

Month: April 2025

May is Speech & Hearing Month

May is Speech & Hearing Month. Speech-Language & Audiology Canada (SAC) dedicates the month of May to raising public awareness about communication health. The 2025 theme, “S-LPs & Audiologists: Doing More Than You Think”, highlights the vital yet often overlooked role of S-LPs and audiologists. From helping stroke survivors regain speech to supporting those with tinnitus, these professions provide life changing care.

In schools, S-LPs work with students to strengthen their communication skills — from building speech sounds and language to developing social communication and supporting alternative ways to communicate. By partnering with students, families, and school teams, S-LPs help students build confidence and succeed both in school and in everyday life.

This month, let’s recognize the power of communication and the many ways it helps us connect, learn, and grow.

To access resources, learn more, and spread the word, visit: http://speechandhearing.ca.

April is Autism Acceptance Month

Autism Acceptance Month is a time to recognize and celebrate the unique strengths and perspectives of individuals on the autism spectrum. Acceptance goes beyond just knowing about autism—it’s about creating environments where autistic individuals feel valued, included, and understood.
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Let’s take this month as an opportunity to listen, learn, and grow together. 💙