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February 18-20, 2026

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KSHA is closely monitoring the changes and advocac

KSHA is closely monitoring the changes and advocacy efforts regarding recent developments with CMS regarding provisional licenses. To help us gather meaningful data and guide our efforts, we're asking KSHA members who work in medical settings, full or part-time, contract and PRN, to complete a brief Medical-Based Survey. We've added a few questions about the CMS clarification to better understand how this is affecting SLPs and employers in Kentucky. Check your email for the survey link.

Tomorrow (June 25) is the deadline to sign the pet

Tomorrow (June 25) is the deadline to sign the petition linked below!

📢 Calling all KSHA members 📢

We need your help to tell the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) that speech-language pathology clinical fellows (CFs) should be recognized as licensed speech-language pathologists (SLPs) and eligible to bill Medicare Part B.
https://ashaa.quorum.us/campaign/medicarecf25/

📢 Calling all KSHA members 📢 We need your

📢 Calling all KSHA members 📢

We need your help to tell the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) that speech-language pathology clinical fellows (CFs) should be recognized as licensed speech-language pathologists (SLPs) and eligible to bill Medicare Part B.
https://ashaa.quorum.us/campaign/medicarecf25/

The Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology Intersta

The Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact (ASLP-IC) Commission is proposing an amendment regarding Criminal Background Check Requirements. Public comments are requested until June 27th. More info here: https://aslpcompact.com/commission/commission-rulemakings/

Title of Rule: Amendment to ASLP-IC Rule on Implementation of Criminal Background Check Requirement

Interested persons may electronically submit written comments on the proposed rule to info@aslpcompact.com with the subject line “ASLP-IC Commission Rule Comment” or by attending the meeting at which the rule will be discussed and voted on. Written comments on the proposed rule must be submitted by 5 p.m. ET on Friday, June 27, 2025.

The 2025 Johanna B. Hancock Award for outstanding

The 2025 Johanna B. Hancock Award for outstanding dedication and service to the KSHA Membership as an executive council member was presented to Heather Gaddis. Heather has served KSHA for many years by supporting student events, multiple roles on the Convention Planning Committee, and Co-Chair multiple years, and will begin her position as President Elect in July. Congratulations Heather!

The KSHA 2025 Honors of the Association Award was

The KSHA 2025 Honors of the Association Award was presented to Robyn Wahl. This award is presented to a KSHA member who has demonstrated distinguished educational, profession and/or administrative activity or outstanding service to KSHA. Robyn is currently the Past President of KSHA and has served our members by organizing flood relief efforts, advocating for multiple legislative changes, and continues to support the professions of SLP and AuD on the KSHA board.

KSHA Members; Check your email for the link to pa

KSHA Members; Check your email for the link to participate in our school-based services survey. Your input will help us advocate for important changes for school-based SLPs and AuDs in Kentucky. We also value and are committed to supporting all SLPs and AuDs in different work settings and will conduct more surveys throughout the year.

The 2025 KSHA Pace Setter Award was presented to M

The 2025 KSHA Pace Setter Award was presented to Meg Shake. The PACE Setter demonstrates exemplary service to the profession and exemplifies KSHA’S mission to set the pace in Professional Development, Advocacy, Collaboration and Education. KSHA PACE Setters care about those they serve and enhance the profession's image in a positive, meaningful way. Meg sets the PACE in so many ways, specifically by sharing her knowledge at multiple KSHA conventions and advocating for stuttering legislation and education. Thank you Meg for all you do to support our professions in Kentucky and beyond.

KSHA is proud to present a Certificate of Apprecia

KSHA is proud to present a Certificate of Appreciation to Caitlin Conley. Caitlin spearheaded a movement to motivate early intervention providers to advocate for themselves by forming the Kentucky Early Intervention Providers Association (KEIPA). Immediately after forming the organization, she wrote a grant request to a national non-profit organization (Start Early) asking for assistance with an action plan. She headed up an advocacy day for early intervention providers, created surveys for provider input, and held meetings with important stakeholders. In a little over a year, through collaborations with Start Early, KSHA, and other early intervention providers, Cailtin was instrumental in securing a 15% raise for all early intervention providers in the Kentucky Early Intervention System - the first rate increase in 25 years.

Our Steckol Memorial Fund Scholarship recipient is

Our Steckol Memorial Fund Scholarship recipient is a graduate student from the University of Louisville, Alexina Wilson.
Instructor Karen Crow wrote, “Alexina brings a unique background and life experience to her academic and clinical work. She has coordinated English classes for racetrack workers and their families, interpreted for bilingual speech therapy appointments, and advocated for equity and inclusion through trauma-informed care initiatives. These experiences have given her a deep understanding of the challenges faced by underserved communities and a commitment to making a difference through her work. Alexina’s bilingual skills in Spanish are a significant
asset, allowing her to connect with patients from diverse backgrounds and provide culturally responsive care. Congratulations Alexina!

KSHA is pleased to award the Stanley Memorial Fund

KSHA is pleased to award the Stanley Memorial Fund Scholarship to a graduate student from Eastern Kentucky University, Sheradyn Cox. Dr. Jade Robinson wrote, “At EKU’s Model Laboratory School, Sheradyn targeted phonemic awareness and phonics with kindergarten students. She was effective in her instructional techniques and displayed professional skills at a high level by adapting to the needs of her students and the classroom environment. Sheradyn is a thoughtful, dedicated, and responsible student who puts in the work to excel in academic coursework and clinical experiences." Congratulations!

KSHA's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Scholarshi

KSHA's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Scholarship was presented to an outstanding undergraduate student from Murray State University, Andriah Hawthorne. Andriah has an impressive resume that speaks volumes to the leader and service provider she will be one day. She is described as " resilient, persistent, driven and a force" by a professor. A proven leader, she founded the CDI Diversity Council at her university which provides a safe space for CSD students from underrepresented backgrounds to navigate the challenges of the field and also has demonstrated positive recruitment efforts of diverse students into the CSD program at Murray State. Andriah was one of 40 nationwide, recently selected for ASHA's prestigious Minority Student Leadership Program (MSLP) out of 260 applicants. She has big dreams of sitting in a position of leadership within ASHA one day and obtaining a PhD.
Congratulations!!

Update: After clarification, KSHA is pleased to in

Update: After clarification, KSHA is pleased to include the University of Kentucky's undergraduate Kayden Broking's poster as a 1st place winner: Understanding the Implications for Oral Feeding in Infants of Diabetic Mothers.

KSHA is proud to announce the winners of the #KSHAcon25 Research Poster Contest. Congratulations to all our winners!

We have a tie In the undergraduate competition:
1) University of Kentucky: Olivia Stevens, Olivia Shields, Keiko Ishikawa. Assessing Clear Speech Implementation in Real-World Contexts
1) Murray State University: Tessa Bradley. Incorporating AAC Training in Nursing Education Programs
1) University of Kentucky: Kayden Broking: Understanding the Implications for Oral Feeding in Infants of Diabetic Mothers.

In the graduate competition:
1) University of Louisville: Emily Jones, Laura Galloway, Shelley Moats. Pediatric CI Adjustments Based on Speech Perception of Ling-6 Sounds: A Case Study
With a Tie for 2nd:
2) University of Louisville: Devyn Cunningham, Yonghee Oh. Retrospective Study for Tinnitus Patients With and Without Hearing Loss
2) University of Kentucky: Jennifer Yeats, Brooklyn Leslie, Isabelle Cramer, Keiko Ishikawa. The Influence of Speaking Rate on Reaction Time

In the professional competition:
1) Eastern Kentucky University: Charles Hughes. Student Audio Journals: A Method to Analyze Learning about Stuttering

Please look for an email soon from KSHA with instructions for claiming your prize!

Just passed - a continuing resolution to extend Me

Just passed - a continuing resolution to extend Medicare telehealth for AuDs and SLPs! The work continues to make this change permanent - keep up the advocacy work!

KSHA is proud to announce the winners of the #KSHA

KSHA is proud to announce the winners of the #KSHAcon25 Research Poster Contest. Congratulations to all our winners!

We have a tie In the undergraduate competition:
1) University of Kentucky: Olivia Stevens, Olivia Shields, Keiko Ishikawa. Assessing Clear Speech Implementation in Real-World Contexts
1) Murray State University: Tessa Bradley. Incorporating AAC Training in Nursing Education Programs

In the graduate competition:
1) University of Louisville: Emily Jones, Laura Galloway, Shelley Moats. Pediatric CI Adjustments Based on Speech Perception of Ling-6 Sounds: A Case Study
With a Tie for 2nd:
2) University of Louisville: Devyn Cunningham, Yonghee Oh. Retrospective Study for Tinnitus Patients With and Without Hearing Loss
2) University of Kentucky: Jennifer Yeats, Brooklyn Leslie, Isabelle Cramer, Keiko Ishikawa. The Influence of Speaking Rate on Reaction Time

In the professional competition:
1) Eastern Kentucky University: Charles Hughes. Student Audio Journals: A Method to Analyze Learning about Stuttering

Please look for an email soon from KSHA with instructions for claiming your prize!

Students from each university were selected by the

Students from each university were selected by their faculty to participate in the Emerging Leaders program at the KSHA Convention. They learned that they can be the missing piece in advocacy! We are excited to see these students lead our profession!

It was an incredible day 2 at KSHAcon25! The speak

It was an incredible day 2 at KSHAcon25! The speakers were amazing, the silent auction was a hit, and the Golden Brain competition was intense. Can't wait for day 3 - it's going to be even better! See you there!

🧠🏆 The Golden Brain winner is … Eastern Ke

🧠🏆 The Golden Brain winner is …
Eastern Kentucky University!!
Congratulations to EKU! 🥇

Come play games and tailgate before the Golden Bra

Come play games and tailgate before the Golden Brain tonight in Ballroom 2

Lots of great items at the Silent Auction! Gets y

Lots of great items at the Silent Auction! Gets your bids in by 5:40!

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