Hello, I am Darlene Taylor . Welcome to our web site and thanks for stopping in for a visit. Here is a little background information you should know. I have been practicing speech pathology for a total of 27 years. I received a BS degree from Louisiana State University and a Masters of Communication Disorders from L.S.U. Medical Center. You've got it. I am a tiger at heart! I hold a Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech, Language, and Hearing Association and am licensed by the Louisiana Board of Examiners for Speech Language Pathology and Audiology. I have worked in various settings, but have found my true passion serving middle school-age youth here at Tchefuncte Middle School. If you haven't discovered it yet, TMS is the place to be. It is an awesome learning and working community. On a personal note, I am married and have four grown children and a dog. My hobbies are reading and gardening.
Communication with Teachers and Parents
Hi, I am Dawn Bordelon. I received my BA in 1997 form SLU in Speech, Language, and Hearing, and completed my Masters of Communication Sciences and Disorders three years later. I hold a Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC), and I'm licensed by LA Board of Examiners. I worked one year in St. John's Parish as a Speech Assistant, received my MS and became employed by St .Tammany Parish at Tchefuncte Middle. I've been married eight years and have a five year old daughter and a seven month old son. My caseload encompasses middle school-aged students, pre-school students, and Mary Queen of Peace students. I am very fortunate to have a wide range of ages on my roster.My younger students keep therapy playful while the older students charm and challenge me with their wit and knowledge. My hobbies include cooking, reading, spending time with family, and students at Tchefuncte Middle School. I plan to be working here at TMS for many years to come.
What is the Role of the Speech-Language Pathologist?
- With a referral and parent permission, the Speech-Language Pathologist performs screenings to identify students in need of an evaluation.
- Once diagnosed, therapy sessions are conducted to remediate various disorders and improve identified support needs in the classroom.
- The Speech-Language Pathologist may monitor a child in many settings, including the classroom and therapy room, and may consult with the student's teachers and parents to follow progress.
- The Speech-Language Pathologist participates in reevaluations which are held every three years at the student's Individual Education Plan (IEP) meeting.
Frequently Asked Questions
SLP - Speech-Language Pathologist
SAT - Student Assistance Team
IEP -Individualized Education Plan
LRE- Least Restrictive Environment
ESYP- Extended School Year Program
When should a parent seek speech or language services?
If a parent has any concerns regarding their child's articulation, voice, fluent, or language, they should contact the school speech-language pathologist to request a speech and language screening. Parents can make the request by phoning the speech pathologist directly or through the classroom teacher.
If my child qualifies for speech therapy, how many times per week will he receive services and would these services be individual or in a group?
Depending on the severity and the type of disorder, the Speech-language pathologist will recommend the most appropriate therapy plan. This placement decision will be made with parent and teacher input at the time of the I.E.P. meeting.
What part of the school-day are students seen for therapy?
Speech-language pathologists collaborate with teachers concerning the most appropriate times to service students. Students usually receive services during non-academic periods, such as, art, music, or p.e.
How can a parent best help their child who has a speech or language impairment?
A parent should review any materials or homework that is sent home by the speech-language pathologist. Additionally, parents should continually monitor their child’s speech or language in order to model and reinforce appropriate skills. Feedback to the speech-language pathologist regarding their child’s progress at home is also beneficial and appreciated.
