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A Unique Show and Tell for School
A sample page of Helping in Action, an adventure based on Nick helping a baby lion in Africa, where he grew up.
Classroom visit by Nick Roussos
Attention teachers and students! Did you know that October is Disability Awareness month? We invite you to schedule Nick come to your class and read his 40 page adventure, Helping in Action (using his communication device). We would love to “help” Nick visit your classroom this fall. He has something for all grade levels including:
- Story Time, with Nick reading his children’s adventure story, Helping in Action.
- Disability Awareness presentation we call Walk in My Shoes, including riding and pushing a wheelchair in an obstacle course, and trying a communication device to talk.
- A motivational talk about not giving up called, Why Try.
- Using respectful language in a presentation called Spread the Word to End the Word.
- Partner with PTO organizations for a fundraiser, with a portion of the sales going to your school.
You may contact Nick via email at nick@totalspeed.com or call 970-342-8338, to schedule a visit.
See you soon,
Nick and his assistants Sue and Audrey
Amanda Keare- Awesome Advocate and Speech Language Pathologist
Amanda Keare, M.A., CCC-SLP, has been Nick’s speech pathologist for over 2 years at the Speech and Language Stimulation Center in Fort Collins, CO.
Amanda is also an instructor for Wee Hands, the world’s leading children’s sign language and language development program for babies, toddlers and preschool children.
https://www.facebook.com/pages/WeeHands-with-Amanda/158658264243508?sk=info
Amanda is a fantastic Speech Language Pathologist! She is funny; Nick loves conversing with her about real life circumstances and the humor that comes along with them. Amanda is insightful and kind, and ensures Nick has the skills and words to advocate for himself with his speech device. She motivates Nick to always try his best, and recognizes the potential he has. Amanda, it is a pleasure to recognize you as our next Awesome Advocate!
Awesome in Action, Co 