A tablet in a black case displaying a colorful communication grid with symbol buttons, standing on a table amid toys.

Grid for Schools

by Smartbox

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Professional setup required Choosing an AAC system, the right access method, and the right vocabulary for each student needs a clinical assessment. Poor setup can waste money and slow a student's progress, so a speech-language pathologist or similar professional should lead. Training and support from the Smartbox team also help the whole school use it well.

What it is

Summary

AI-generated from vendor-published content · October 1, 2026

Grid for Schools is a school-wide AAC package that pairs Grid communication software with training, resources, and specialist support. Students can communicate with symbols or text, using predictive text, sentence completion, and natural-sounding voices, and they can access it by touch, pointer, switch, or eye gaze. It includes ready-made and customizable grid sets for school subjects, a five-step training plan, and guidance on implementation and goal setting. This is a whole-school program rather than a single device, so plan on working with the Smartbox team and your school's specialists to roll it out.

Getting it

Many states lend devices like this for trial periods, free or at low cost — find your state's AT lending program.

Where to get it

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Details

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Type
Addresses
Platform
Age range
Complexity
Professional setup required
Price
Funding
  • Medicaid waiver
  • Out of pocket
  • School district
  • Vocational rehab

What setup looks like

  • Out of the box
    Once Grid is installed on a student's device, symbol and text communication grids can be opened and tried right away.
  • With a guide
    1. Work through the five-step training plan with your school team to learn the software and plan rollout.
    2. Customize the ready-made grid sets for your school's subjects, routines, and each student's vocabulary.
    3. Expect several sessions over time to get a classroom comfortable, not a single sitting. See manufacturer support resources for detailed instructions.
  • With professional help
    1. A speech-language pathologist (SLP) or AAC specialist should assess each student's communication needs and pick the right access method (touch, switch, pointer, or eye gaze).
    2. The SLP, an occupational therapist (OT), or an assistive technology professional (ATP) sets up access, positioning, and vocabulary, then sets goals with the team. Plan for ongoing follow-up through implementation. See manufacturer support resources for detailed instructions.

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Sources & fine print

Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from Smartbox — view on vendor site (opens in a new tab); last checked October 31, 2026.

Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on October 1, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.

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