Strong and consistent attention to detail. Seemingly limitless reservoirs of flexibility. An abiding interest in, even fascination with, human behavior. Sound like you? Then it’s no surprise you’re looking for…
What Federal Law Requires of Public Schools’ Autism Programs Parenting kids with autism can at times be overwhelming. Navigating educational programming often proves especially frustrating to parents and other caregivers.…
As the leading related services provider in the Greater Delaware Valley, Pediatric Therapeutic Services (PTS) understands your job is one of the toughest in the world. If you give parents…
How is the School Social Worker’s Role Expanding? School social workers have long been critical to our public education system. They’re the vital link between students, parents, school staff, and…
Going back to school looks very different in 2020 due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Kids are meeting new teachers, making new friends, and mastering new schedules, as always. But,…
The need for related services in Delaware is significant. More than 16% of students in the First State’s school districts, charter schools, and vocational-technical schools have disabilities, according to the…
As of this writing, several promising coronavirus vaccines are on the horizon. But none will take the rest of the 2020-21 academic year “back to normal.”The vaccines’ efficacy in children…
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requires students who are eligible for special education and related services to receive them in the least restrictive environment (LRE). And, 62% of…
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…
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…
