Speech-language IEEs
Assessment of expressive, receptive, pragmatic, and functional communication needs.
IEE evaluations
Independent evaluations for communication access and school decisions.
Sparkle supports families, districts, and legal teams with speech-language, AAC, and assistive technology expertise.
Evaluation and review support
AAC and AT reviews
Communication access analysis, device recommendations, and implementation considerations.
Compensatory-hour reviews
Review of service records and communication needs to support make-up service planning.
What to send with an inquiry
Share the student's age, school district, requested evaluation area, current communication methods, relevant plans or reports, the people involved, and the working deadline. If the request concerns AAC or assistive technology, include information about devices, apps, boards, access methods, and implementation across settings.
How the evaluation scope is clarified
Sparkle reviews the referral question and available records before confirming scope. The team may need to clarify whether the request involves speech and language, functional communication, AAC, assistive technology, service records, or a combination of areas. The page describes Sparkle's services; it does not determine a student's legal eligibility or guarantee how another organization will use a report.
From assessment to usable recommendations
Evaluation work can include record review, direct assessment, communication-access analysis, collaboration with caregivers or educational teams, documentation, and recommendations. Sparkle can coordinate with families, school teams, attorneys, regional centers, and other participants identified for the request.
Related school and communication services
Review School Support, AAC Therapy, and Assistive Technology. In-person logistics can be discussed through the Sparkle locations directory; the team confirms the service format and timeline after reviewing the inquiry.