Re: LF students with autism in middle school

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Picture Exchange System (PECS) may work, starting with actual photos of

favorites, and then moving to symbols. Some people with autism can be taught

sign language, but start with the signs that do not require a lot of fine motor

ability. My son is learning to use an assistive communication device that has

PECS on it, and when he wants something he has to touch the picture. The

machine then says the word for him.

Is there a speech therapist involved? If not, call for an IEP meeting with the

parents and ask for speech. The speech therapist should be able to help with

all of the above.

LF students with autism in middle school

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>Hello ,

>I am new to this group. I teach a Severe/Profound self contained class in

middle school. Two of my students have many autistic traits and have no

expressive or receptive language at all. I am determined to find some way to

communicate with them . All suggestions and ideas appreciated. Please let me

know what works with your older LF children with autism. S

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