Music as a Therapeutic Communication Tool: Free 10/21 Presentation

SEPTAR, the Special Education PTA of Redwood City, is hosting a free presentation by speech therapist and musician Laura Allison on Thursday, October 21st, at 7 PM in Redwood City:

Laura's presentation will focus on using music as a therapeutic tool to encourage communication development in children. Music is a unique avenue that can be used to facilitate engagement, social skills, and language development in a fun and natural way.

A article about Laura's incorporation of music into her speech therapy practice:

• http://communicationtherapy.wordpress.com/2009/11/13/announcing-new-supportive-music-class/

Meeting Time and Place:

• Thursday October 21st, 7PM
• Redwood City School District offices: 750 Bradford Street, Redwood City 94063

SEPTAR provides free babysitting, as well as Spanish translation, coffee, snacks, and excellent conversation with people who get it.

The meeting is open to any interested parents, educators, or professionals -- not just SEPTAR members.

Hope to see you there!