Empowering Student Voices on Campus.
A comprehensive guide for schools and districts to secure funding for durable, clinical-grade communication boards designed by AAC experts. Build a more inclusive school environment today.
POs ACCEPTED
School Based Communication Boards
From playgrounds to specialized offices, we provide visual supports for every school environment.
Preschool Playground Board – High Contrast
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Art Classroom Communication Board
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School Library Communication Board
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School Nurse’s Office Communication Board
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Core Vocabulary Communication Board
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Preschool Playground A-Frame Board
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Social Communication Portable Sign
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Hardware: Frames & Post Kits
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Standard School Playground Board
View ProductUnderstanding School Funding Streams.
IDEA Part B Funds
Federal funds specifically designed to assist in the education of children with disabilities. These can be used for essential resources like Communication Boards that support student learning and inclusion.
Title I Funds
Aimed at improving the academic achievement of disadvantaged students. This funding can support tools that aid students with special needs in low-income schools to ensure educational equity.
Local School Budgets
Regular school budgets often have allocations for special education resources. Discussing current allocations with school administrators can help re-allocate or supplement funds for necessary communication tools.
PTA/PTO & Grants
Parent-Teacher Associations raise funds that can be directed toward specific educational tools. Additionally, grants from local foundations or businesses offer vital supplemental funding.
Building Your Evidence-Based Proposal.
Use these professional justifications to support your funding request.
Legal Compliance
Communication boards help schools meet ADA and FAPE (Free Appropriate Public Education) requirements by providing accessible environments for students with significant communication disabilities.
Social Interaction
Unlike personal AAC devices, playground boards facilitate spontaneous peer-to-peer interaction, allowing students to engage in social play without barriers.
Universal Design
These boards serve as a Universal Design for Learning (UDL) tool, benefiting not only AAC users but also English Language Learners (ELL) and emerging readers.
Your Ally in School Funding.
Advocacy & Justification
We empower SLPs and teachers with the expert data and clinical justification needed to secure district approval. We help you make the professional case for why Smarty Symbols is the right choice for your students.
- Clinical impact data for board proposals
- Downloadable implementation guides
- Direct assistance with PTA/Board presentations
Seamless Procurement
Our team simplifies the "business side" of school funding. From vendor registration to sole-source documentation, we handle the paperwork so you can stay focused on your students.
- Official district vendor registration
- Custom quotes & Sole Source letters
- Professional W-9 & tax compliance
School-Wide Communication Access Plan
Campus-Wide Inclusion Ally
Our specialized plan ensures students have access to communication support in every corner of the building, from the playground to the nurse’s office.
- Setting-Specific Design: Vocabulary and features are curated for playgrounds, libraries, and classrooms.
- Language Learning: Consistent symbol sets promote continuous social communication for all students.
- Staff Support: All educators can receive training on using these tools through the campus SLP.
District-Wide Savings
Maximize your impact with a 20% bundle discount on campus-wide implementation plans.
Your Path to Installation.
1. Request a Quote
Start by requesting a formal quote for your campus or district-wide plan to secure internal budget approval.
2. Submit Purchase Order
Once funded, submit your official Purchase Order. We accept POs from public districts and private schools.
3. Customization Details
Receive our customization form to select your specific board features, settings, and school-specific assets.
4. Design & Proofing
Our design team creates your layouts and sends a digital proof for your review and final approval.
5. Produce & Ship
After approval, your boards move to production (7-10 days) and are shipped directly to your school for setup.
6. Final Invoice
Following shipment, we submit the final invoice to your district office for payment processing.