Letter in Hand

And this is what it says...........

To Whom it May Concern:

Zachary S. has a history of childhood apraxia of speech. In addition to his current evaluation I hope you will find the following information useful. He has been receiving PT, OT, and ST at ---- for approximately 15 months.

While Zachary has made tremendous progress during this time, I have concerns regarding his current communication ability and the impact it may have on him in the classroom. Zachary continues to voice voiceless consonants such as /p/ and /t/ in initial positions of words. He will occasionally substitute m/n. He has difficulty repairing communication breakdowns in the home and clinic. It appears based on clinical observation and parent report that Zachary's communication breakdowns tend to occur when he is in situations that he interprets as stressful.

Zachary will benefit from intervention to improve his articulation skills and assist him in communication needs and expressing frustrations in the classroom. I hope this information is beneficial to you as you decide the most appropriate services and placement for Zachary. Please feel free to contact me if I can be of any more assistance.

Thank you,
Kristin ----- MA CCC-SLP

I am so impressed with all of Zach's therapist - they have all gone well above their call of duty when it comes to my son. Ms. Jerry re-evaluated him and wrote a very detailed 2 page report on Zach --- just to take to this meeting. Ms. Patty also wrote a special progress report on his last PT session to take with us on Monday. AND as you can read Ms. Kristin wrote this wonderful letter for us.

The past 15 months with these ladies have been wonderful - they are all amazing women --- Angles on Earth with all they do to help not only Zachary but other children. It even goes beyond that - what they do for families, I can't put into words! They care so much! I hope I can show them how grateful we are for all they have done so far!!!!!