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Words are a strength, not a limitation for Georgia Rawlins.

Through the use of innovative technology, the Pelican Flat Public School kindergarten student, who has cerebral palsy and is non-verbal, was able to participate in the school’s public speaking competition.

Using an eye-gaze device, which tracks her eye movements towards icons on a screen, allowing her to choose what she would like to say or do, Georgia delivered a touching speech about friends and what they meant to her.

“Friends are the people who play with you and make your day fun,” Georgia said.

“They even listen to me when I can’t get my words out and love me for who I am.”

In the speech, assisted by her learning support officer, Tamara, Georgia mentioned her BFF (best friend forever) – a special person who does anything to make her happy and cheer her up when she’s sad.

She then closed her speech with a message to her fellow classmates who might be looking for their own BFF.

“Come and see me at lunch and I will listen to your stories and be your friend,” she said.

Georgia’s teachers were so impressed with her speech that she was chosen to take part in the Galgabba Community of Schools’ public speaking competition at Caves Beach Public School.

The community is a network of seven schools in the Lake Macquarie area: Pelican Flat, Blacksmiths Public, Caves Beach Public, Marks Point Public, Nords Wharf Public, Swansea Public and Swansea High.

The schools work together on projects throughout the year and support students to make connections with others.

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