Specifications and Materials
Thickness:
3mm (roughly 30 sheets of copy paper).
Weight:
- Medium (29″ x 19″): 2.3 lbs
- Large (39″ x 25″): 4.06 lbs
- X-Large (48″ x 31″): 6.2 lbs
Empowering Student Health
School Nurse Communication Board
Accurate Triage
Enables students to pinpoint pain nature and severity, facilitating faster diagnoses and care.
Reduce Medical Anxiety
Provides a familiar visual platform to lower stress during health emergencies and assessments.
Inclusive Care
Supports students with language delays, learning disabilities, or developing medical vocabulary.
Clinic Efficiency
Streamlines operations by providing immediate visual cues for health concerns and emotions.
Make School Nurse's Office More Accessible to All Students
Helping kids communicate their symptoms
In the school nurse’s office, this communication board becomes an indispensable tool. It fosters clear and effective communication between school nurses and students, ensuring that the needs of all students are understood and addressed promptly. Whether students have limited vocabulary, non-verbal speech, or other communication challenges, this communication board promotes inclusivity and efficiency in the school nurse’s office.
Dimensions & Details
The Right Fit for Every Creative Space
Our boards are engineered on 3mm aluminum composite, providing maximum durability with a surprisingly lightweight profile for safe installation.
M
Medium
29” x 19”
2.3 lbs
L
Large
39” x 25”
4.06 lbs
XL
X-Large
48” x 31”
6.2 lbs
Procurement Options
Purchase boards directly using a school card, or submit an official district Purchase Order.
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How to Order for Your District
1
Choose Your Purchase Method
Place your order directly through our secure online shop for immediate processing, or upload your official district Purchase Order (PO) to our billing department.
2
Design & Consultation
Our team of speech-language pathologists and designers will collaborate with you to identify the best board sizes and locations for your campus.
3
Branding & Customization
We will gather your school logo and official name for the headers. If you don't have them ready now, our team will reach out to collect all details.
4
Approval & Production
You will receive a digital design proof for approval. Once confirmed, we manufacture and ship your installation-ready boards.
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School Nurse’s Office Communication Board
Extend the Experience Anywhere
Speech Generating App for Inclusive Communication
Every communication board from Smarty Symbols comes paired with a complimentary speech-generating app, ensuring that students and staff across all communication abilities have equal access to expressive tools.
Whether used in conjunction with our physical boards or as a standalone digital solution, the free app empowers users to communicate confidently and effectively. This approach equips the entire school population with the tools to engage inclusively.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find the answers to your most common questions about our communication boards and services, helping you create a more inclusive and supportive environment from the start.
Can the communication board be customized for my school?
Yes! The board can be personalized with your school’s name and logo to create a professional and welcoming environment for students. We can also match the color of the board to your district or organization’s logo color for a cohesive look. Once the order is placed, our team will reach out to request a high-resolution version of your logo. You can also customize the vocabulary or symbols used on the board to better fit the specific needs of your students.
What is the ordering process for the communication board?
You can order the board directly from our website or contact our sales team for a custom quote. After you provide your school’s details, we’ll send you a design proof for approval before production begins. Once the design is finalized, the board will be produced and shipped to you.
Is there any maintenance required?
The board is designed to be low-maintenance. Simply clean it with a soft, damp cloth as needed to maintain its appearance. Since it is primarily used indoors, it will not require any special care to ensure its longevity.
How does the color-coding system work?
The communication board uses the Fitzgerald Key color-coding system, a widely recognized method in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). This system categorizes symbols by color to represent different parts of speech, making it easier for students to find and use the correct words. For example, verbs might be in green, nouns in orange, and descriptors in purple. This intuitive system simplifies communication, especially for students with special education needs, by helping them quickly locate the symbols they need to express their thoughts and feelings.
Do you offer bilingual communication boards in other languages?
Yes, we offer bilingual boards! We currently have boards available in English/Spanish and English/Portuguese. However, our team is able to design bilingual boards in any language combination at no additional cost. Simply let us know your preferred languages when placing your order, and we will customize the board to meet your needs.
How durable is the board?
The board is made from high-quality aluminum with a polyethylene core, printed with fade-resistant UV ink and coated with an extra UV protection layer. It is designed to last 5+ years outdoors, but since it’s placed indoors, it will likely last for many years with minimal maintenance.
Your Easy Ordering Process
Follow These Simple Steps to Order!
Step 1: Select Your Options
Choose the size, and any customization options using the drop down provided on the product page.
Step 2: Complete Your Payment
Pay securely through our website or submit a purchase order. After we receive your order, our team will reach out to confirm any necessary details.
Step 3: Design Process
Our design team will begin working on your customized board. We will send you a PDF proof for your review. You’ll have the opportunity to request modifications or approve the final design.
Step 4: Manufacturing & Shipping
Once approved, we will manufacture your communication boards and ship them to you. Shipping is free within the continental U.S.