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Communication Without Limitations: An AAC Newsletter by Prentke Romich Company
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SpringBoard Lite Device Giveaway: Meet the Winners!

Congratulations to the winners of the SpringBoard Lite units from our product launch giveaway. Due to the large number of entries in this contest, we awarded three devices to the following randomly selected winners:

Susan Berkowitz, San Diego CA
Mishelle Rudzinski, Portland OR
Teresa Grimes, Sanford, FL

SpringBoard Lite Carry Case

Padded and form fitted with full access panel. Touch Screen protective panel swings away for full access to the display. Complete protection... front to back. Full access to all connectors:

Stereo headphones or stereo speakers
External Microphone
Switch Connectors
Rectangular USB ConnectorSquare
USB Connector
Secure Digital Card Slot
Battery Charger

Note: Strap not included.

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Book Winners at CSUN: Schuyler's Monster

Thanks to all who signed up to win a copy of Robert Rummel-Hudson's inspirational book, Schuyler's Monster.

Listed here are the winners:

Mary Abbott
Melanie Bowen
Matt Elman
Kristen Gray
Sharon Hendrickson
Christine Hurtubise
Barbara Kakuda
Karen McClain
Julie Pollack
Debbie Sharon

If you aren't one of the winners, click here to order your own copy today.

Congratulations to our book winners!

Click here for more information on Schuyler's Monster.

AAC Summer Camps 2008

Are you interested in attending an AAC camp this summer? Our 2008 AAC Camps List is now available! If you would like your AAC Summer Camp listed, please send an e-mail to This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Denise Ghizzone Teaches by Example

Four days a week at the Schroth School in Ocean Township, NJ, Denise Ghizzone teaches children with cerebral palsy and other serious disorders how to overcome the limitations imposed by their bodies and society's attitudes. Read full article (221 KB .PDF).

The Power of Music by Dan Ellsey

Hi, my name is Dan Ellsey. I am 34 years old and have cerebral palsy. I am a resident of Tewksbury Hospital in Massachusetts. I would like to share with you my experience at the TED (Technology, Entertainment and Design) Conference this past February in Monterey, California. Read full article (36 KB .PDF).

Preparing PRC Devices for Summer Break

You made it! Summer is just around the corner. But before you take off for that change of scenery we have a few suggestions about taking care of your PRC device to help make your return to work in the fall swift and smooth. Read full article (97 KB .PDF).

New PRC Regional Consultants: Northern FL, Western PA, Western NY, Indiana, and Central IL

Evangelia (Angie) Liarikos, B.S.
Angie Liarikos earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Communicative Sciences and Disorders from University of Central Florida. She has also earned graduate credits in the field of Speech and Language Pathology, specializing in Language and Literacy Disorders in children. During her graduate studies she provided speech and language intervention in clinics, schools, and rehab facilities for a wide range of client populations, including pre-school and school age children as well as adults. She took interest in AAC technology during her coursework and through her experiences in the field working with children and adults using assistive technology.

Angie serves the area of Florida, including these zip codes 32000-32999, 34400-34999, 34700-34999.

Ken Kwasniewski, M.A., CCC-SLP
Ken Kwasniewski earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Speech Pathology and Audiology from Pennsylvania State University. He completed a Master of Arts Degree in Speech Pathology from the University of Pittsburgh and holds a M.S. in school psychology from California University of Pennsylvania. Ken was employed by Pittsburgh Public Schools as a Speech and Language Specialist for over 35 years. This position permitted him to meet the communicative needs of Pittsburgh Public Schools children in regular education, centered based schools, and in inclusive settings. For five years he served as an assistive technology consultant. His responsibilities were to provide service to a variety of children with disabilities who use speech generating devices and other assistive technology. He was responsible for the evaluation and development of communication options for children ages 3 -21. Ken has experience providing training and technical support to clinicians, teachers, and families of device users. Ken has always had an interest in supporting children with disabilities with literacy and in assisting them in being successful in the academic curriculum. He has a private practice devoted to providing augmentative communication to adults. Ken is on the Board of Governors for the Masonic Learning Center for children. Their fundamental purpose is to provide, free of charge, professional reading and written language instruction to children and young adults with dyslexia.

Ken serves the Western area of Pennsylvania, including these zip codes 15000-16899; and Western New York including these zip codes 14000-14999.

Sarah Wilds, M.S., CCC-SLP
Sarah earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the College of Wooster (Ohio), and completed her Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology at Purdue University. Her interest in AAC began while doing an internship for PRC during college. For the last 10 years, Sarah has worked in a variety of clinical settings, including early intervention, private clinics, and hospitals, providing direct speech/ language therapy and specializing in augmentative/ alternative communication. Since 2005, Sarah has worked as a per diem consultant for PRC in Indiana and East Central Illinois. Sarah will continue to serve these areas in her new role as a part time Regional Consultant.

Sarah serves the state of Indiana including these zip codes 46000-47999; and central Illinois including these zip codes 61500-61999.