Stephanie

When I was in grad school, I told one of my professors I really wanted to work with non-verbal students who use AAC.  When I said I was worried that I wouldn't find a job because everybody wants to do that, she laughed at me.   Last year, at the very end of the year, my boss turned to somebody next to her and said, "Carol doesn't know it yet, but she is going to be our AAC person."    

Today I worked with a young nonverbal student to determine AAC needs.  When I said it was time for me to leave, the little tyke mimed crying, pointed to me and then waved. I asked, "Are you saying you're sad I have to leave?" The kiddo gave a nod yes, waved goodbye then skipped away. Today was a good day.

Stephanie, thank you for hiring me so I could have a day like today.