#TalkingAAC 2025

Presenter: Jaimie Fons, M.S., CCC-SLP

Unlock the potential of student-centered coaching to foster agency in students using augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). In this 75-minute session, we will explore how student-centered coaching provides the game plan for teams working on robust AAC implementation, both in schools and beyond. We will employ practical strategies to keep the game in motion—prioritizing student learning, building rapport and collaboration among team members, and using data to guide students toward their endgame: taking charge of their communication journey. As with Michigan’s Essential Coaching Practices for Literacy, you’ll learn how to craft individualized coaching cycles that meet the diverse needs of the students through the use of guiding principles, best practices, and strong partnerships. Join us to sharpen your coaching skills and create more inclusive, learner-driven environments where every learner finds their voice and thrives!