GCS Assistive Technology

CORE WORD WEDNESDAY!

Myth Busting Monday 💥

CORE WORD WEDNESDAY!
Even though there are thousands of words in a language, we use a small group of about 200 words most of the time. These are called “core words.” Using and modeling these words helps children who use AAC learn how to communicate. One helpful strategy is called aided language modeling. This just means you point to the words on a communication system while you say them out loud. Each Wednesday this summer, we’ll share new core words and activities to try.

Tech Tip Tuesday! 🙃

Fun Friday!

Tech Tip Tuesday!
Don't forget to back up your AAC systems!

Our ✨Weekly Wow✨ staff shoutout goes to Christina Galvin, EC Teacher at Bluford Elementary School, for her awesome use of assistive technology and visuals to support written expression. Christina thoughtfully integrates technology tools alongside hands‑on visual supports to help students understand sentence structure, organize their ideas, and write with greater confidence. Her creative approach makes writing more accessible and fun!

Fun Friday! 🎉
As we head into the end-of-year wiggles, don’t forget the power of a quick movement break! Danny Go! songs are a fun, engaging way to help students reset, refocus, and regulate. Let’s keep supporting our students, and the creators who bring so much joy into our classrooms. 💛

Danny Go! Dance Songs 💥 Need to let out some energy? Here's some upbeat instructional dance songs you can move your body to!

Tech Tip Tuesday!
Markup is an ipad feature that allows you to draw or add text on screenshots and photos. This feature can be used to complete an image of a worksheet digitally.

How to:
1. Go to Photos and select the photo you want.
2. Tap Edit, then tap the Markup button
3. Tap the Add button to add text, shapes, and more. (Can also use speech to text.)
4. Tap Done, then tap Done again.