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Phonics for Nonspeakers: Reimagining Phonics for All Communicators
From a childhood playroom classroom to revolutionizing literacy for nonspeaking learners—my journey proves that everyone deserves access to real academics. As Gordy, a nonspeaking advocate, shares: "If I could change just one thing about education before I die, it would be the idea that nonspeaking people can't handle real academics." Through REV's phonics workshops, we're proving him right—one letter, one learner at a time. Because communication doesn't require speech; it re

Miranda Cobo
May 283 min read


Raising the Bar: How Schools Shape Self-Belief in Nonspeaking Students
I always believed the limitations my school put on me. They were the experts. I didn’t know to question their judgement.

TJ Thompson
Mar 52 min read


Proficiency Is Not a Prerequisite: Removing Roadblocks & Ensuring Access for Nonspeaking Learners
Discover key insights from the webinar Proficiency is Not a Prerequisite, presented for the Maryland State Department of Education. Learn ho

Lisa Mihalich Quinn
Jan 303 min read


Lessons in Understanding: How My Autistic Students Made Me a Better Teacher
Discover how listening to nonspeakers transformed a teacher's perspective. Learn about the power of listening, understanding, and embracing

Anne Butler
Nov 26, 20243 min read


Six Years Later...Trevor revisits their first blog
If I could make myself a time machine, I would return to my first IEP meeting where I was able to communicate with a letterboard and I would

Trevor Byrd
May 17, 20242 min read


Building Community Through Cooperation: A Look into the Reach Every Voice Co-Op
The REV Co-Op prides itself on being built around the interests of our students. Learn more about the COOPERATIVE element of Co-Op!
Miranda Specht
Dec 12, 20232 min read


Is Inclusion "Dangerous"?
Why are so many people leaning in to segregated classrooms when we know inclusion works?

Lisa Mihalich Quinn
Oct 10, 20235 min read


No Plans Required!
Life happens and schedules can change, but these sites can help you find a way to fit in communication practice and learning.

Lisa Mihalich Quinn
Mar 17, 20232 min read
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