Lauren is the WSB CARES Communication Specialist with an emphasis on Listening and Spoken Language. Lauren has worked within the Wisconsin Birth to 3 Program as a primary provider (Dane County) for seven years supporting infants and toddlers who are D/deaf or hard of hearing  alongside and in partnership with their families. Lauren has experience using primary provider model, coaching, and teaming practices. She is working towards attaining certification as a Listening and Spoken Language specialist (LSLS AVEd) and looks forward to continuing to support infants and toddlers and their families throughout the state. Lauren began her career as an Early Childhood Special Education teacher before pursuing speech and language (UW-Whitewater). lburke@cesa1.k12.wi.us, 608-280-1148