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Team Parallel is traveling around the country this week! 🌎 🛩 Summer Allison, Diana Heldfond, Jennifer Kamstock, and Kendra Moore, M.Ed are in Austin, TX at the TEXAS COUNCIL OF ADMINISTRATORS OF SPECIAL EDUCATION conference. Demi Pappas is in Albany, NY for the NYCASE Summer Institute. Krystal Weber is in Lexington, KY for the Kentucky Behavior Institute followed by the KYCASE Summer Institute conferences. Be sure to come by our booths and say hi to the team! 👋👋👋 ❓❓❓Did you know? ❓❓❓ Parallel seamlessly partners with school districts to elevate #specialeducation by providing a comprehensive range of services including: psych assessments, speech-language pathology services, behavioral and mental health counseling, and specialized instruction. Not at the conference? No problem! We'd still love to chat about how we can help your district for the upcoming school year. Schedule a time here: https://lnkd.in/em_FkMgH

🏫 🎒 Inviting #SLPs to join Parallel for an Open House! 🏫 🎒 Parallel recently launched our Steady Pay Model that we’re offering to CA, KY, NC, TX, WA SLPs. If you’re interested in the flexibility of a virtual position but want financial security, we have a great opportunity for you. The Steady Pay Model offers: Consistent weekly work hours Predictable income Financial security The Parallel "steady pay" fee payment model aims to offer predictability and consistency. Once introduced to a school, you will be paid for a fixed number of hours that you make available to Parallel, regardless of whether or not the school utilizes that time. This is a great opportunity to meet our clinical recruiting team and SLP team and ask your questions! RSVP Today https://lnkd.in/eRNfx9Fw

This week we’re at the LIASEA Summer Institute on Long Island meeting with Special Education Administrators. Come say hi to Demi Pappas, District Partnerships Director for New York. 👋 We’re excited to hear, A. Jordan Wright, PhD, ABAP, ABPP’s keynote address - Can Tele-Assessment and Tele-Services Improve Efficiency and Effectiveness of Meeting Student Needs and Reducing School Staff Burnout? #LIASEA #SpecialEducation #JoinParallel

Parallel is #OOO July 1-7th for our #SummerBreak. We’re taking a break to recharge and reset. At Parallel, we believe different learners and thinkers can achieve amazing things. But the world of special education can be demanding and challenging. Our mission is to support these unique minds, ensuring they have the tools and opportunities to succeed. This important work requires #energy, #passion, and #dedication. That's why Recharge Week is so essential. It’s a time for our team to log off and unplug completely. With no emails or meetings, the Parallel Team can truly step away from their desks and go offline. We encourage our team to spend quality time with family, dive into that summer reading list, explore nature, and mentally reset. This break ensures that we return revitalized and ready to continue our mission. We’ll be back on July 8th, refreshed and prepared to make a difference in the lives of the students we serve. Here’s to a week of rest and the exciting work ahead! 🇺🇸 🌟Happy 4th of July Week! 🇺🇸 🌟

At Parallel, we are dedicated to investing in the professional growth of our provider community. This August, we’re excited to launch our first CEU Series, offering you the opportunity to earn NASP and ASHA CEU credits for FREE. If you are a #SpeechLanguagePathologist, #SchoolPsychologist, #SchoolSocialWorker, or #SpecialEducator, you won't want to miss! We promise you’ll walk away feeling refreshed, inspired, and ready for the upcoming school year. You’ll gain practical tips and ideas you can actually use in your sessions with students. NASP CEU Webinar Hosts: Stacie Baker Corder and Theresa Boen, Ed.S. Date: Wednesday, August 7th Register: https://lnkd.in/eKf7UMMn ASHA CEU Webinar Host: Dr. Tiffany P. Williams, PhD, CCC-SLP. Topic: Enhancing Speech Sound Production Through Telepractice: Effective Therapeutic Approaches and Strategies Date: Thursday, August 8th Register: https://lnkd.in/epzTVFsh It's FREE! Even if you can't attend live, register and we'll send you the recording. Can't wait to see you there!!

🌈 🌟A. Jordan Wright, PhD, ABAP, ABPP was recently featured on NewsChannel 9 WSYR highlighting the importance of supporting #LGBTQ+ youth. 🌈 🌟 LBGTQ+ kids face unique challenges that often create more roadblocks than those experienced by their peers. The statistics are stark and telling. LGBTQ+ youth who have even just one accepting adult in their lives are 40% less likely to commit suicide. There is a crucial need for supportive environments and individuals who can make a life-saving difference. Parallel understands that creating these supportive environments involves more than just broad statements of inclusion. It’s about the small, consistent actions, such as —micro-signals—that convey to LGBTQ+ students that they are seen, heard, and supported. These micro-signals, whether it's using inclusive language, visibly supporting LGBTQ+ causes, or simply listening with empathy, communicate to students that there are friendly voices and champions for them within their school communities. Parallel ensures that schools can create an environment where every student, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity, can succeed and feel valued. We believe that access to acceptance and support can save lives, Parallel is dedicated to making schools a place where every student can succeed, embodying the true spirit of Pride and equality. Watch the clip! #access #PrideMonth #LGBTQ+ #ParallelInTheNews

Parallel is observing #Juneteenth as a day of education and awareness. Acknowledging the history of Juneteenth is necessary for ongoing progress towards equality, and we encourage our community to take today to reflect on Black stories and voices, support Black-owned businesses, inform themselves and others to participate in civic engagement. As educators, let Juneteenth inspire us to create learning environments that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, where every student feels seen, heard, and valued. Read Parallel's Juneteenth Blog Post Honoring Juneteenth: https://lnkd.in/ea7qJmBP

If you've been involved in education for any amount of time, you’ve likely heard people talk about making a difference. "Teachers should strive to make a difference." "The best educators change lives." "Teaching is about making an impact." Those are true, but there’s more to it. There’s a deeper, more impactful way to truly understand the essence of teaching. And we'll prove it with a story: Meet Rhonda McCarthy, a dedicated teacher with a passion for helping students in need. One particular student will always stay with her. This boy had incarcerated parents and was being raised by his grandparents. He struggled with disruptive behaviors, feeling lost and unsupported. Rhonda decided to spend time with him, having lunch together once or twice a week to build a connection. Over time, she saw real progress. He began making gains both academically and emotionally. At the end of the school year, this usually reserved boy came to her class, tears in his eyes, to say goodbye. He wasn’t one for showing emotions, but on this day, he looked at her and said, "Thank you, Mrs. McCarthy. No one has ever cared before." On that day, Rhonda knew she had made a difference. Want to know the absolute craziest part of this story? Every time it’s shared, it resonates deeply with those who understand the profound impact a caring teacher can have. This wasn’t a special circumstance, an anomaly, or a lucky response. This is the heart of teaching. This is the culture of caring. This is how Rhonda treated her students—with dignity, empathy, love, and care. And it’s how every educator should approach their role. You see… You don’t just make a difference. You become the difference. We are thrilled to share that our CEO, Diana Heldfond, and Parallel was recently featured in Florida Today , highlighting our mission to support educators like Rhonda and students in need. A big thank you to Finch Walker for shedding light on these critical issues. At Parallel, we are committed to making a difference for students everywhere. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/ex6Qvvfg If your school team is feeling overwhelmed or understaffed, Parallel is here to be a resource. Learn more by clicking the link below: https://lnkd.in/euXxTBPD

From Google Meets to beachfronts: our PH team’s retreat in Coron, Palawan was more than just a getaway — it was a catalyst for growth, collaboration, and unforgettable memories. Our team definitely came back stronger than ever! 💪 💙 It was the perfect opportunity to bond with amazing colleagues amidst the stunning backdrop of Palawan's natural beauty. Parallel is a company that values team bonding and personal development. Special thanks to Susan Liu, Johnny Curl, Diana Heldfond, Stacy Hameetman, SHRM-SCP, PhD, Joyce G. for making this possible! 🌴 #TeamPHarallel #ProfessionalGrowth #Philippines