Speech and Language Development Center

Mission

Provide education and therapy to children and adults with special needs in an environment that nurtures growth, inspires achievement and maximizes their potential.

Services Provided

Education k-transition, speech therapy, occupation therapy, physical therapy, counseling, behavior intervention, adapted physical education, and adult day programs. 

How Many People Reached

On average 250-300 children and adults served each year.

How Donations Are Used

Donations are primarily used to invest in activities and accessibility for the students on campus, either by providing assemblies and field trips to funding the STREAM Lab, and communication devices. Funds go to provide the extras that our clients deserve- Prom, Homecoming, Graduation, art class, Senior Ditch Day, Music class, dance class, robotics.

Project Spotlight

Distance learning and technology needs are paramount in the time of Covid.  Ensuring every student has a device and access to education and therapy and as SLDC moved into the hybrid model we need to have webcams, tablets, PCs, all to connect our teacher in the classroom with students at home.

Awards Received

The speech department is very well known and has been recognized as a leader in the field.

Interesting Facts

SLDC was created by two Navy nurses in 1955. This was when children with a developmental delay were deemed unable to learn. The founders knew that was incorrect and worked hard to invest time and attention to those children most in need.