are communicators whose aim is independent self expression
are life-long learners
have the right to be taught skills required to initiate and sustain a social interaction
should have the opportunity to be taught meaningful social scripts
should be taught visuals, vocabulary, and concepts that are pivotal to their ongoing experiences
should have the opportunity to use novel communication scripts throughout the day
should be taught to access and reference visual supports in order to establish and retain their independence in any given task, experience or social exchange
