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Rectangular white-frosted cake with a fresh fruit border, decorated to celebrate Henry's retirement.

This week, we celebrated the retirement of our friend, Henry, who has been a reliable, kind and positive coworker here at SET-BC since 2017, and an employee with the #VSB for decades. We will miss you, Henry! Enjoy sleeping in every day!

#ThisIsSETBC @vsb39.bsky.social #BCEd #SD39

Two stylized hands reaching; text: Post-Secondary AT Resources — a SET-BC curated list.

If you are or know an AT-using student soon leaving high school, we have a curated list of #PostSecondary supports available in BC to help you with the transition at www.setbc.org/resources/post-secondary...

#AssistiveTechnology #ATBC #CAYABC #bced

Panda AAC camp applications deadline is April 10th! Apply at www.bcaac.ca/programs2026

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Trying to decide if #Clicker 8 or #DocsPlus is the right reading & writing support for your student? We've created an infographic comparing them to guide you. https://www.setbc.org/resources/clicker-vs-docsplus

#bced #Cricksoft #AssistiveTechnology #LiteracySoftware #InclusiveLiteracy

Person at a desk using an iPad on a stand beside a monitor; overlay shows a short tutorial about Clicker files.

You can quickly organize your iPad files so finding your students' Clicker Sets & docs is easier. Find our #quicktip video and pdf tutorial at www.setbc.org/resources/clicker-files-...

#Cricksoft #Clicker #DocsPlus #InclusiveClassrooms #BCEd #AssistiveTechnology

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Our latest video story is about Rayna from Thomas Haney Secondary, Maple Ridge and her journey with #AAC. With time, continued supports & the right tools, meaningful growth is possible! https://www.setbc.org/resources/rayna-now-were-talkin   

#BCEd #EyeGaze #SD42 #AssistiveTechnology

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Dr. Carly Christensen of UBC had us reevaluating our concepts of #ableism and inclusive practice during an enlightening PL session - Inclusive Education in Practice: Core Values, Curriculum, and Addressing Ableism. Thank you, Carly!

#InclusiveEducation #bced #SupportingStudents

Instructor gestures while presenting Boardmaker on two large screens to seated participants using laptops.

Two women at a table, one pointing at a tablet while the other watches; laptops, papers, and drinks nearby.

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We recently had Marlee Bell of #TobiiDynavox back for another team learning day! This time the focus was Emergent Literacy Tools with #TDSnap, #PagesetCentral and #Boardmaker!

#assistivetechnology #TDSnap #TDPilot #aac #supportingStudents #BuildingCapacity #DiverseAbilities #bced

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Presenter Maureen Donnelly from @buildingwingsco stands in front of the room with a big screen behind her.

A room of workshop participants working on group activities at their tables, with the Bridges banner in the back of the room

A room of participants in a training session; a presenter stands in front of the room.

Educators joined the BC Literacy Event hosted by BridgesCanada at SET-BC, exploring #literacy practices & celebrating tools like #Readtopia that spark curiosity & empowerment for learners with #complexNeeds. Thanks to Maureen Donnelly (@buildingwings.bsky.social) & Heather Kavsak.

#bced

A collection of children's books spread across a table, featuring titles like "Don't Let the Pigeon Stay Up Late!" and "Bear's New Friend."

This kit we made has some picture books found in the #ComprehensiveLiteracyForAll Clicker sets from our friends at #SETC! When we show the CLFA Book Collection to others, we can grab the kit & go! Find SETC's #ClickerSets at https://www.setbc.org/resources/?_affiliate=setc

#InclusiveLiteracy #bced

A child looks at a CloverBook screen displaying an image of a document with magnified text, One of their hands touches the edge of the device

This student with #LowVision is learning how to use a new portable video magnifier - the #CloverBookProXL - with their Greater Victoria school team!

#sd61schools #BCEd #AssistiveTechnology #studentswithvisualimpairments #SupportingStudents #cloverBook #InclusiveClassrooms #VisionTechnology #SD61

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A bridge stretches across a river. Blue sky, mountains in the background.

A wooden pedestrian walkway beside a road bridge.

Columbia Park Elementary with trees and mountains behind. Children are in small groups in front.

Travelling to schools around #BeautifulBC is one of the perks of getting to support students and school teams throughout British Columbia. These shots are from a recent visit to Columbia Park Elementary in #Revelstoke.

#SD19 #BCEd #SupportingStudents #AssistiveTechnology #InclusiveClassrooms

An outstretched child's hand lands on a red assistive switch mounted along with a yellow switch on a desk in front of them. A computer screen and an accompanying adult hand on a mouse is in background.

Our new Switch Access Screening Form was made for school OTs or PTs to gather info on functioning abilities & goals while trialing a switch device with a student. www.setbc.org/resources/switch-access-...

#AssistiveTech #SwitchAccess #SupportingStudents #InclusiveClassrooms #bced

A woman holding up a tablet with screen displaying the title "DocsPlus: Features and Implementation"

Want to know how #DocsPlus can benefit your students? Our new resource DocsPlus: Features and Implementation Strategies is a great place to start! https://www.setbc.org/resources/docsplus

#bced #AssistiveTechnology #InclusiveLiteracy #LiteracySoftware #ClassroomImplementation #Cricksoft

A set of educational materials on a table, including communication boards, colorful activity sheets with speech bubbles, and instructional guides.

We've made a demo kit of the latest #AAC therapy tools from #PRCsaltillo including a Unity flipbook, a Wordpower flipbook & 10 smash mats. A SET-BC educator may be demoing them to your classroom or staff soon!

#augmentativeandalternativecommunication #supportingstudents #BCSchools #lowtechaac #BCEd

We took ‘a minute or so' on the road to feature an #OccupationalTherapist training in a school! She demos how to safely attach & remove a #WheelchairMount with steps you can use right away.
More on mounting features, care & use: https://www.setbc.org/?s=mounting

#quicktip #physicalaccess #bced

A group of four people gathered around a table exploring various assistive technology devices, including large push buttons and tactile tools.

A group of people sit around a table discussing various assistive technology devices, including a large button switch and a communication board.

A few people interacting with a Braille learning device and educational materials on a white table, including a tactile game.

Three women examine assistive technology devices and manuals on a table, discussing their features and usage.

This week, our team gathered to explore comparing mid-tech options to support communication, access and engagement for #StudentsWithVisualImpairments, including opportunities to incorporate tactile symbols/feedback.

#AssistiveTechnology #SupportingStudents #bced #Accessibility #InclusiveClassrooms

Educational app interface showing six clickable icons: "Shape of the land book," "Matching," "Listen and Say," "Word Wall," and two crossed-out options labeled "Sentences" and "Multiple choice."

NEW - Shape of the Land Clicker activities for desktop or iPad explore the BC Curriculum's Gr.3 Science big idea that "wind, water, and ice change the shape of the land."  https://www.setbc.org/resources/the-shape-of-the-land

#ClickerSets #Clicker #bced #BCSchools #EarthScience #InclusiveClassrooms

In our new #QuickTip video, Iren demos how to install an app from SETBC onto an iPad using the Self Service app.
More #QuickTips at www.setbc.org/resources/

#tutorial #iPadApps #BCShools #bced #SupportingStudents

A woman operates multiple screens and devices in a tech setup, preparing for a live or recorded session.

A person holds a smartphone displaying a dual-screen setup with two interfaces side by side, one in green and the other in blue.

In a recent #TechTalk, our TSVIs compared functions of an old vs. new iPad. While Kim was on one, Debbie was on the other. Viewers watched both their screens live side by side. Thank you #OBS whose free open source software makes multiple source streaming possible!

#AssistiveTechnology #bced #TSVI

Smiling woman at a desk with a laptop, demonstrating the Libby Gridset software for Grid 3. Text reads "Libby Gridset for Grid 3, in a minute or so."

We have a #Grid3 #GridSet to help students with #DiverseAbilities better access the #Libby app, & more easily find & engage with reading materials! Learn how to download & use it in our new #QuickTip video www.setbc.org/resources/libby-gridset-...

#literacy #AAC #Accessibility #BCEd

A presenter speaks to a room of people seated at tables with laptops open, showing a slide on a large screen about a digital tool.

A woman with curly hair uses an AAC device during a class. A red thermos and a notebook are on her desk. Others are seated in the background.

A woman presents a software demonstration in a classroom, with a large screen displaying "TD Pilot" to seated attendees using laptops.

Participants in a classroom setting use tablets to engage in a digital learning session, with a presenter speaking in front.

Marlee Bell of #TobiiDynavox visited for a TD Share Out on Thursday! Highlights include the TD Pilot iPad #EyeGaze device and iOS integrated apps in #TDSnap. These great sessions help us build and refresh our knowledge to better help our students and school teams!

#assistivetechnology #aac #BCEd

A man sits on a stool in a professional video recording setup, facing the camera. A videographer adjusts the camera settings.

Please join us in welcoming Tristan to the SET-BC team! Our new Networking/Programmer has a strong background in programming and the technical expertise we need to keep our network aligned with current industry standards. Happy you're on our team, Tristan!   

#thisissetbc #SupportingStudents #BCEd

Flyer titled "Modeling Language" with tips like "Model Without Expectation," "Encourage Motivation," "Variety of Messages," and "Patience and Persistence." Features colorful icons and a QR code leading to "AAC in the Classroom."

Alternative and Augmentative Communication and Aided Language Input? What Does that Mean? No clue or need a refresher? This video & resources are for you! https://shorturl.at/jRNO4

#SLP #SupportingStudents #BCEd #InclusiveClassrooms #AugmentativeAndAlternativeCommunication #AidedLanguageInput

Two hands using a paper cutter to cut pieces of paper that have the stop sign printed on them.

Educator Jessy's making "Stop" #CommunicationCards for an #InclusiveClassroom activity encouraging kids to use safe, respectful behaviour instead of hitting or bullying. She'll be bringing this to support an #SD40 school soon!

#AAC #BCEd #InclusiveEducation #LowTechAAC #PCSsymbols #newwestschools

A smiling cartoon laptop on a swing with the speech bubble saying "SET BC".

January is in full swing! We hope everyone is now up for air after the 1st week back in 2026. Happy (belated) New Year! Let's make it a great year for our students!!

#AssistiveTechnology #InclusiveEducation #AAC #Accessibility #PhysicalAccess #StudentsWithDiverseAbilities #SupportingStudents #BCEd

Two women are setting up a video recording studio with green screen, professional lighting, and multiple computer screens displaying software.

SET-BC's Kim & Debbie and Jen from #PRCVI host another live #TechTalk at 2pm PST today. Join our #TSVI team for demos of #assistiveTech for #StudentsWithVisualImpairments followed by Q&A.

#SupportingStudents #teacherofstudentswithvisualimpairments #AssistiveTechnology #bced #teachingresources

SET-BC front door with a sign that says, 'Happy holly days', a decorated Christmas tree is displayed behind the glass door.

Happy Holidays from SET-BC! We will reopen January 5th 2026.

A presenter from Makers Making Change presents in front of a meeting room with 2 screens behind her.

Scissosrs, screwdrivers and other tools on a desk filled with wires and toys.

two people working on soldering a part of a toy.

A group of people gathered at a desk listening to a person standing by them.

#MakersMakingChange - Hacking for the Holidays! In this workshop, we were guided through modifying toys to be #switch adapted! What an experience! Many thanks to Kris & Stephan from @MakersMakingChange & the @NeilSquireSociety.

#BuildingCapacity #AssistiveTechnology #AdaptiveSwitch #SwitchAccess

Group selfie of the school team at Gitsegukla Elementary School with our SET-BC team.

Selfie picture in front of Gitsegukla Elementary School. Our provincial coordinator Darren holding up his arm to take the shot with educator Kamelia and Carol.

Educator Carol presenting in front of the classroom with a screen behind her.

Educator Kamelia presenting in front of the classroom with a screen behind her.

Recently, SET-BC provided a PL Service at #Gitsegukla Elementary School. The sessions explored free, easy-to-use & engaging #edtech apps that support #literacy, #numeracy, & creativity in K–6 classrooms.

#GitseguklaFirstNation #AssistiveTechnology #BuildingCapacity #SupportingStudents #Inclusion