“I Have Something To Say!” Providing a Framework for Students to Develop Self-Advocacy Skills
Universal Voices: The Right to be Heard, Move and Belong
Join us April 30, 2026 – May 1, 2026
The Bridge School serves children ages 3–13 with extensive speech and physical disabilities through a comprehensive, interdisciplinary program based in Hillsborough, CA.
Explore the core programs and strategies that define The Bridge School’s approach to education and access.
AAC by the Bay Save the Date!
April 30 – May 1, 2026
Programs, Strategies and Perspectives – Setting the Standard
Bridge to Life extends the expertise of The Bridge School to individuals from infancy through adulthood, offering personalized services that support communication, access, and learning across all stages of life.
Explore the core programs and strategies that define The Bridge School’s approach to education and access.
Use it on Monday Series Workshop 2: The CVI/AAC Framework: A Complementary Approach to AAC Assessment for Individuals with CVI. Watch the archive presented on Feb 21, 2026
Programs, Strategies and Perspectives – Setting the standard
Accepting Applications for Teacher in Residence for the 2025-2026 Academic Year
Programs, Strategies and Perspectives – Setting the standard
05/16/25 9-10:30 AM
CVI Webinar #10: My Story, My Way: A Personalized Approach to Social Stories with Rebecca Matthews Carlson
Programs, Strategies and Perspectives – Setting the standard
05/16/25 9-10:30 AM
CVI Webinar #10: My Story, My Way: A Personalized Approach to Social Stories with Rebecca Matthews Carlson
The Bridge School is dedicated to improving the lives of individuals who need support in developing a voice of their own. Your charitable donation makes a significant difference in the level of support we are able to provide to children and their families locally, nationally and globally. Donate today!
Announcing The Bridge School’s Memorabilia Shop!
Spring 2025 – Conversation Series on CVI and AAC with Dr. Christine Roman Lantzy
It is essential for students with complex communication needs (CCN) to develop the skills and attitudes associated with self-determination in order to have direct influence in matters that affect the quality of their lives. The Bridge School Self-Determination Program provides students with the necessary tools and supports to become contributing agents in their own lives through informed decision-making, thoughtful planning and persistent action to achieve their goals. Our program is based on an adapted self-determination model by Sharon Field and Alan Hoffman.
Our framework includes Guided Practice, Mentorship and Real-World Opportunities, that give students the chance to work on developing a personal set of core skills in the areas of self-knowledge, decision-making, communication, and goal setting and attainment. During the self-determination lessons and experiences, students are encouraged to express their individuality and assert their independence using multi-modal communication strategies and devices.
A key component of the program combines the benefits of mentoring with our self-determination lessons and activities. Our approach to mentorship involves pairing a Bridge School student with a more skilled and experienced adult who uses AAC to serve as a role model and guide.
This presentation will include:
• An overview of The Bridge School Self-Determination Program
• Videos that highlight our students and mentors in action
• Student outcomes
• A presentation from mentors, April Bryant and Tyson Renze, who will share their perspectives and experiences within the program
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