SWAAAC

12/22/2025

Happy Holidays from SWAAAC! Wishing you a season filled with connection, peace and joy for all. The SWAAAC Central Office will be closed December 24 - January 2.

[Image: The SWAAAC team dressed in festive clothing and holding holiday loan library items, smiling. Text reading, "Happy Holidays from the SWAAAC Team!"]

12/20/2025

Unlock digital independence! DARI (Digital Ability Rehabilitation Initiative) offers free online training tools to help brain injury survivors rebuild key digital skills—typing, pointing, clicking and more. A powerful resource for SLPs, educators, and assistive tech teams who support learners! Check it out!

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DARI is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. By providing free online training tools and materials, we help brain injury survivors enhance their proficiency in using digital devices to regain independence at work or school.

12/18/2025

CIDE is seeking a PRN Physical Therapist (PT) or Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our interdisciplinary team. This is a great opportunity to support innovative, community-focused work in assistive technology, accessibility, and inclusive design.

If you—or someone in your network—are passionate about impact-driven practice, we’d love to connect. View the full job posting and apply here!

Click the link provided to see the complete job description.

12/17/2025

Professional development alert! This on-demand training from the Nebraska ASD Network helps teams plan meaningful communicative opportunities for learners using AAC and other communication modes. This resource comes highly recommended for teachers, SLPs, and support staff.

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Communication Across the Day for Complex Learners Using AAC Communication is always happening and is one of the most important ways to improve student outcomes; build contextually appropriate behaviors, increase social interactions, allow for more inclusion and overall academics. In this training we...

12/16/2025

Week 9 of the US Department of Education's document clarifying common assistive tech misconceptions! Today we're looking into what qualifies AT. To learn more, visit the link in bio.

[Image: Text reading, "Myth 9: AT always involves an electronic device and is always high-tech; Fact 9: Many AT devices or tools may be computer based, but items like visual schedules and calendars, binder clips, squishy balls, or stickers may also be considered AT."]

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12/13/2025

This warm, joyful story introduces young children to Kwanzaa through simple, meaningful themes of family, heritage, community, and African culture. My First Kwanzaa is a perfect way to celebrate togetherness during this special time of year!

We’ve created an adapted Google Slides version available for anyone to download, not just SWAAAC members! Request it at the link in bio.

[Image: Front cover of "My First Kwanzaa" book; illustration of a young girl with a kinara, a traditional candle holder for Kwanzaa]

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12/12/2025

When a little boy’s snowman comes to life, an ordinary winter day turns into a magical adventure—complete with a flight over the countryside. This timeless story captures the wonder, curiosity, and pure joy of the season.

Share the winter magic with the SWAAAC Google Slides version of The Snowman Storybook. Request it at the link in bio! This resource is available to all, not just SWAAAC members.

[Image: Front cover of "The Snowman Storybook" book; an illustration of a boy touching the face of a snowman]

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12/11/2025

"The bell still rings for all who truly believe.” The Polar Express brings the magic of hope, friendship, and kindness to life—the perfect reminder of what this season is really about.

Spread the holiday joy with our Google Slides version of The Polar Express, available as a downloadable resource for everyone (not just SWAAAC members). Request your copy through the link in our bio!

[Image: Front cover of "The Polar Express" book; an illustrated train in a snowy landscape]

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12/10/2025

This season, we’re spotlighting Hanukkah Bear—where Bubba Brayna’s famous latkes attract a very unexpected guest. A sweet, playful tale perfect for bringing holiday joy to your classroom!

This title is available to everyone, not just SWAAAC members. Request it at the link in bio!

[Image: Front cover of "Hanukkah Bear" book; an illustrated bear licks an older woman's face in front of a menorah]

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12/09/2025

Looking for a fun, holiday-themed way to build language skills? Check out the "Holiday Language Activity: What’s in the Box?" resource from our friends at Adapt to Impact! This playful routine uses a wrapped “gift” and simple target words (like up, down, open, and close) to spark communication, curiosity, and joyful engagement for young learners.

Perfect for childhood educators looking to make language learning festive and meaningful! Take a peek at the full resource here.

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12/06/2025

Say hello to Rockin’ Robbie—the ultimate holiday hype guy! This switch adapted stuffy dances, lights up, and belts out “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” at the press of a button. Whether you’re building switch skills or just adding some festive fun, Robbie brings instant joy to any space!

Want him to rock your classroom this season? Request Robbie from the SWAAAC Loan Library before he’s gone!

[Image: Festive graphic of Switch Adapted Rockin’ Robbie, a stuffed Christmas tree wearing a Santa hat and red bow]

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12/05/2025

Choo choo—all aboard! The switch adapted Holly Jolly Express plush is perfect for students who love trains. You won't be able to resist the holiday spirit as it plays and bops to “Holly Jolly Christmas.” Request the Holly Jolly Express while it's still available in the SWAAAC Loan Library!

[Image: Festive graphic of Switch Adapted Holly Jolly Express, a stuffed train with an elf riding inside]

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