What is Ask Sophia?
Ask Sophia is an AI assistant built directly into Studio Writer. Instead of switching apps or researching elsewhere, you can ask questions and get professional responses that appear right in your document.
How to Access Ask Sophia
Click Studio Writer in the left-hand panel
Create a new Studio Writer thread or click into an existing one
Create a new template section by selecting the "+ Add Section" button and give it a name
Click Tools in the bottom center of your screen
Select the "Ask Sophia" tool
Your First Question
Enter your prompt in the box and get started. Try something simple:
"Help me write behavioral observations for a cooperative student"
"Create a daily behavior tracking sheet"
"Explain ADHD symptoms in parent-friendly language"
Getting Your Response
Responses return within 3-45 seconds, depending on complexity.
Edit Directly
Once you get a response, you can:
Edit the text immediately
Add your own insights
Customize for your specific case
Copy sections to other documents
How Ask Sophia Works
Ask Anything
Type natural questions like you're talking to a colleague:
"Write recommendations for a student with reading difficulties"
"Create IEP goals based on these test scores"
"Design a social skills lesson for 4th graders"
Get Instant Responses
Sophia generates professional responses immediately. No waiting, no separate windows. All responses appear directly in your Studio Writer document where you're already working.
Common Use Cases
Report Writing
Assessment Interpretation: "Interpret these WISC-5 scores: FSIQ 89, VCI 95, VSI 98, FRI 85, WMI 78, PSI 72"
Background Sections: "Write a developmental history using this data: normal pregnancy, speech delays age 2-3, repeated kindergarten"
Recommendations: "Create recommendations for a student with ADHD and anxiety who needs organizational support"
Document Creation
Behavior Plans: "Design a behavior intervention plan for classroom outbursts during math"
Data Collection: "Create a progress monitoring sheet for reading fluency interventions"
Parent Materials: "Build a handout explaining executive functioning deficits to parents"
Assessment Analysis
Complex Profiles: "Analyze this assessment pattern and explain what it means for classroom functioning"
Multi-Assessment Integration: "Integrate WISC-5, WIAT-4, and BASC-3 results into unified recommendations"
Differential Diagnosis: "Help me differentiate between ADHD and trauma symptoms in this case"
Best Practices
Be Specific
Instead of: "Help with this case" Try: "Create behavior strategies for a 7-year-old with autism who melts down during transitions"
Provide Context
Include relevant details:
Student age and grade
Specific behaviors or symptoms
Assessment scores when relevant
Environmental factors
Use Your Clinical Judgment
Sophia provides starting points. Always:
Review responses for accuracy
Customize for your specific case
Apply your professional expertise
Ensure compliance with local requirements
Troubleshooting
Response Seems Off
Check that you provided enough context
Try rephrasing your question more specifically
Add relevant details about the student or situation
Need More Detail
Ask follow-up questions
Request specific sections be expanded
Ask for examples or clarification
Technical Issues
Refresh your browser
Check your internet connection
Contact support if problems persist
Advanced Features
Multi-Step Requests
"Create a comprehensive transition plan including timeline, assessments, and family preparation steps"
Format-Specific Requests
"Format this as a table with columns for behavior, frequency, and intervention"
Style Adjustments
"Rewrite this at a 6th grade reading level for parents"
Privacy and Security
Your Data
Conversations are not stored permanently
Student information should follow your district's privacy policies
Always review generated content before sharing
Professional Responsibility
Sophia assists with documentation but doesn't replace clinical judgment
Verify all recommendations align with best practices
Ensure compliance with legal and ethical requirements
Quick Reference
Most Common Questions
"Help me write [section name] using this data"
"Create a [document type] for [specific situation]"
"Interpret these assessment results"
"Design interventions for [specific behavior/need]"
"Rewrite this in [simpler/more technical] language"
Time-Saving Tips
Keep assessment data handy for quick interpretation requests
Use Sophia for first drafts, then customize
Ask for multiple options when stuck
Request specific formats (tables, bullet points, paragraphs)
Getting Better Results
Include student age and relevant background
Specify the type of document you need
Mention any constraints (time, resources, setting)
Ask for evidence-based approaches when appropriate
Support
Need help with Ask Sophia? Contact our support team at [email protected]
Remember: Ask Sophia is designed to support your professional expertise, not replace it. Use it as a thinking partner to enhance your documentation and save time on routine tasks.