Purposeful Point INc.
Student Voices Section (In Progress)
“I made the verse. I picked the thread color. I poked every letter myself. My words are on the card. It’s mine.”
– Josh, speller & board contributor
We are building a student-led page where spellers will share their voices, reflections, hopes, frustrations, and brilliance — typed one letter at a time.
Speller Spotlight: Fill-in-the-Blank Prompts
We believe every student should be part of the story. These prompts are designed to be answered one letter at a time, with the help of a trained communication partner (CRP). We’ll feature these answers — typed by spellers — on our site, in cards, or as quotes that lead the way.
Prompt List for Speller Reflections
- “The first time I spelled a word, I felt…”
- “People used to think I couldn’t…”
- “Now, I help run a business by…”
- “My favourite part of making a card is…”
- “I’m most proud of…”
- “What I want people to know about non-speakers is…”
- “Selling my own product makes me feel…”
- “The hardest part of spelling is…”
- “The best part of Purposeful Point is…”
- “One day, I want to…”
CRP Guide: How to Support Students in Answering the Prompts
Purpose:
This guide helps Communication Regulation Partners (CRPs) support spellers to respond to prompts respectfully and calmly, while keeping the focus on autonomy and voice.
Step 1: Set the Tone
“These questions will help others understand what it’s like to be you. There’s no pressure to answer everything — just what feels right today.”
Give them the option to stay anonymous or use a name/initials.
Step 2: Create a Calm Space
- Reduce distractions
Step 3: Co-Regulate
- Encourage lowering the arm between letters
- Offer prompts only when needed
- Whisper tone can reduce spelling speed
- Pause. Breathe. Wait. Reaffirm.
Step 4: Ask Gently, Give Time
“The first one says: ‘The first time I spelled a word, I felt…’
We’ll take our time. No rush.”
Write their answer exactly as it’s spelled.
Step 5: Celebrate & Record
“That was brave. Your words will help someone else feel seen.”
Type up the final answer and ask if they’d like to sign it or keep it anonymous.