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​Speech-Language Pathology

Who We Are

 
What We Do

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Speech-Language Pathologists

Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) are specially trained professionals who have earned a Master’s degree in their field.  Department of Education’s Speech-Language Pathologists are members of interdisciplinary educational teams and provide a range of services (i.e., consultation, assessment, programming, training, community liaison, etc.) to support students with speech, language and communication needs, within the educational setting. They work collaboratively with school staff to provide an understanding of students’ oral language and social communication, literacy development, behaviour and general ability to participate in the classroom.

The role of Speech-Language Pathologists in Yukon schools may include:
  • Supporting school staff in identifying students with oral and written language difficulties (speaking, listening, reading, writing and social development) 
  • Providing screenings of early developing literacy skills
  • Assessing oral and written language skills
  • As members of the school-based teams, consulting with parents/guardians and school staff to identify goals, strategies and resources to assist students
  • Developing and monitoring individualized programs
  • Providing professional development for school personnel
  • Collaborating with outside agencies
 

Our Team 

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Kayla Abrams

kayla.abrams@yukon.ca
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Lorelea Frizzell

lorelea.frizzell@yukon.ca
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Michel Vallières

michel.vallieres@yukon.ca

Communication Assistants

​Communication Assistants are Educational Assistants with specialized training, who support the delivery of speech-language pathology services, under the supervision of Speech-Language Pathologists. They carry out treatment plans to address the speech and language needs of students in schools and assist in screening students' communication skills.
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Melissa Roelofs

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Jeanne Kucherean

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Patricia O'Brien

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​Abigail 


 

Resources

Websites:
  • Speech-Language & Audiology Canada (SAC) 
  • American Speech-Language-Hearing Association 
  • Mommy Speech Therapy Blog
  • The Hanen Program - has lead the way in changing early intervention by putting parents first in order to help children best
  • Toronto District School Board SLP Resources 
  • Empirical Research on Student Achievement ​
  • Communication, Access, Literacy and Learning (CALL Scotland) Posters & Leaflets 
  • iPad Apps for  Learners with Dyslexia/Reading and Writing Difficulties

Who We Are
What We Do
Resources

Parents and/or guardians are encouraged to contact their child’s classroom teacher to discuss any concerns or questions about their child’s learning and development
Last modified April 21, 2023
  • Home
  • Services to Schools
  • Meet our team
    • Educational Psychology
    • Occupational Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Physiotherapy
    • Student Support Consultant
    • School Community Consultant
    • Vision Resource Teacher
    • Hearing Resource Teacher
    • Positive Behaviour Interventions & Support
    • FASD Diagnostic team
  • Training Opportunities
    • LAT Conference 2019
    • Professional Development Offerings for Schools
  • Assistive Technology
  • Community Resources
  • Contact