Expert Tips for Educators & Therapists

Culturally Responsive Assessment of South Asian Languages

SLPs Prabhu Ashwaran and Puja Goel join us to discuss culturally responsive assessment strategies for students who speak South Asian languages. Learn how to honor linguistic diversity and improve outcomes through more inclusive, informed practices. Topics discussed include recommendations for modifying standardized tests and using dynamic assessment, caregiver interviews, and barriers in school-based practice.

Seen & Supported Courses

September is here—and with it comes a fresh opportunity to reimagine how we show up for our students. At Bright Ideas Media, we’re dedicating this month to our Seen & Supported campaign, focused on making sure every learner feels recognized, valued, and empowered. When students feel truly seen and supported, their engagement and outcomes improve—and so does our sense of purpose as educators, SLPs, OTs, and special education professionals. This month, we’ve curated courses to help you put this philosophy into action, from designing neuroaffirming IEPs to creating grammar lessons that stick.

Top 5 Inclusive Communication Strategies for Supporting Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students

A free, printable guide with five practical strategies to help SLPs, educators, and school teams create accessible, inclusive, and affirming learning environments for Deaf and hard of hearing students. Learn how to honor communication preferences, improve visual access, facilitate equitable participation, and collaborate effectively—while celebrating Deaf culture and identity.

10 Grammar Goals You Can Start Today for SLPs and Educators

A free, printable guide with 10 ready-to-use grammar goals—complete with IEP-aligned examples—to help SLPs and educators target language skills effectively. Perfect for tailoring to different ages, support levels, and classroom or therapy contexts, this resource is designed to save you planning time while ensuring goals are functional, measurable, and aligned with student needs.

What's in my school bag?

From data clipboards to fidget tools and flair pens, what you carry into the school year matters. But being prepared isn’t just about what’s in your bag—it’s about having the strategies, support, and CEUs to feel confident all year long. Check out our top back-to-school picks and browse our curated list of must-have Bright Ideas Media courses—all part of our Back-to-School Sale happening through August 31, 2025!

Boost Language Development Through Daily Routines: Free Printable Guide for Families & Providers

Language learning doesn’t require fancy toys or extra time—it’s already woven into the everyday routines you do with children. From mealtime to cleanup, simple interactions can spark rich language growth when we know how to tune in and talk back. That’s why we created this free printable guide: 5 Everyday Routines That Boost Language Development. It’s full of practical, play-based ideas you can share with families or use during home visits and early intervention sessions to support meaningful communication.

Ghost the Delushonship, No Cap: Supervision of Generation Z in the SLP workplace

Supervising Gen Z in the SLP workplace? In this must-watch session, Dr. Anuj Bhatnagar explores what Gen Z needs to thrive—and how supervisors can adapt without losing boundaries or burnout. Full of insight, humor, and practical tips for building stronger supervision relationships.

Trauma Informed Middle/High School SLP Therapy

Serving teens requires more than strong goals—it demands trauma-informed care. In this powerful SLP Summit session, Rachel Ashambo shares what it means to be a trauma-aware provider in middle and high school therapy. Learn how stress and trauma affect students and clinicians—and how we can respond with confidence and care.

Advocacy and Law: Best Practices and the Legal Framework Supporting Advocacy

What does advocacy really look like in school-based speech therapy? This empowering session walks you through the legal foundations and practical strategies for speaking up—without burning out. Learn how to advocate clearly, ethically, and collaboratively in any IEP meeting.

Referrals Made Easy: The Low-Stress System Every School-Based SLP Needs

Referrals don’t have to be stressful. In this practical SLP Summit session, Marisha Mets shares a step-by-step system to help you know when to refer, what to document, and how to collaborate with confidence. If you’ve ever second-guessed a referral—or wished you had a better system—this is the session you need.

Dear AI, Please Do My Paperwork for Me

Tired of drowning in paperwork? In this energizing SLP Summit session, Lisa Kathman, MA, CCC-SLP, shares how AI tools can streamline your workflow, reduce mental fatigue, and actually make data work for you. Learn how to stay compliant while reclaiming your time—and walk away with real strategies you can use right away. Replay available through August 8!

Better Together: OT and SLP Co-Treatment in Action

Discover how preschool teams can elevate student outcomes through intentional collaboration. In this SLP Summit session, SLP Jenna Kirk and OT Katie Boehm share real-world strategies for successful co-treatment—including how to align goals, streamline data, and create more engaging, integrated therapy. Watch the replay and learn how to make co-treatment not just possible, but powerful.

Teletherapy Session Templates for SLPs: Easy-to-Use Forms for Data Collection and Progress Monitoring

Keeping up with documentation during virtual therapy can be overwhelming—especially when you're juggling multiple students, platforms, and goals. Whether you're new to telepractice or looking to streamline your workflow, having clear, organized templates can make a big difference. That’s why we created this free bundle of Teletherapy Data Templates—including printable session sheets, weekly progress trackers, and a quick-click checklist for real-time note-taking. Designed for busy SLPs, these tools make it easier to stay focused, stay compliant, and stay connected to your students' progress.

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