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Clarkston student honored for kindness; teacher outlines LINC program and AAC use
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Independence Elementary third-grader Joanna was honored for regularly using augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) to connect with peers with autism; teachers described the school's LINC program and its peer-support activities.
Independence Elementary third-grader Joanna was recognized at the Jan. 12 Clarkston Community School District board meeting for repeatedly volunteering to spend lunch periods building friendships with students who use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC).
Kelly Allen introduced the recognition and invited Principal Nate Fuller and classroom staff to explain the classroom practice that led to the tribute. Teacher Miss Spencer described the school's LINC (Link) program as a longstanding, statewide model adapted at each building; at the elementary level the program…
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