School Psychological Services During the Pandemic
As schools around the country have reopened (and, in some places, have closed again) protecting the physical health of students, teachers, and staff has been a top priority. But wearing…
OT and Applied Behavior Analysis Collaboration Helps Kids
When a student consistently struggles to stay on task in class or sit still enough to listen to instructions, should the teacher consult an Occupational Therapist (OT) or a clinician…
Practical Tier 1 Intervention Strategies in Physical Therapy
When Physical Therapists working in hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, or patients’ homes see the acronym “MTSS,” they may think of medial tibial stress syndrome—“shin splints” to the layperson. But, in school-based…
The School Psychologist’s Daily Detective Work
Investigating and Evaluating Students’ Special Needs What does a school psychologist do on a daily basis? Working with students is high on the list: watching, talking and testing them to…
Extended School Year (ESY) Services 101
Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, summer 2020 was like no other. But one aspect of summer remained the same for many students receiving special education: Extended School Year (ESY) services.…
EI Today Supports Tomorrow’s Students with Special Educational Needs
EI Today Supports Tomorrow’s Students with Special Educational Needs The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) turns 45 this year. When signed into law on November 29, 1975, it was…
Making Pediatric Teletherapy Work for Your Program
Making Pediatric Teletherapy Work for Your Program Telehealth services in general, and teletherapy in particular, have become widely accepted during the COVID-19 pandemic. News outlets and anecdotal evidence say this…
Are Your Therapy Staffing Resources Ready for More Remote Schooling?
Are Your Therapy Staffing Resources Ready for More Remote Schooling? In much of the U.S., this school year is starting the same way the last one ended—at home. In states…
Why Your Program Needs RBTs During Distance Learning
Why Your Program Needs RBTs During Distance Learning Are you wracking your brain figuring out how best to serve students with special needs during the COVID-19 pandemic? You’re not alone!…
How to Support a Child With Autism in the Classroom
How to Support a Child With Autism in the Classroom Today’s emphasis on inclusive special education means nearly 40% of students on the autism spectrum spend at least 80% of…