Illinois School for the Deaf
125 Webster Avenue • Jacksonville, IL • 217.479.4200
Megan Cisne, Elementary Hearing and Speech Specialist
Christine Hall, Elementary Educator
Jessica Clement, Speech Language Therapist
Madalyn Vaughn, Speech Language Therapist
ASHA-certified Speech-Language Pathologists provide the following services:
· Administer speech-language evaluations and screenings and assess students’ language and communication abilities
· Utilize both pull-out and push-in methods of providing services to individuals and groups
· Collaborate with classroom teachers, staff and other professionals to best meet students' communication needs
· Develop and maintain students’ annual Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goals and objectives
Speech-Language services are tailored to each child's needs and may include the following:
· vocabulary development
· articulation therapy
· auditory training
· development of social communication
· fluency modification
· development of receptive and expressive language
· therapy activities: play-based, group role-playing, drill-and-practice, guided skill maintenance
Computer software, iPad technology, and interactive SmartBoards enhance Speech/Language Services.