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Disney Goes To Trial Over Theme Park Disability Access Policy

February 18, 2020

21 February 2020, News of the Week, Newsletter, Special Education

[Source: Disability Scoop] People with autism and other developmental disabilities could soon return to front-of-line status at Disney theme parks, depending on the outcome of a trial that starts Tuesday in federal court in Orlando, Fla. The lawsuit, initially filed by a plaintiff identified…...

February 18, 2020

21 March 2020, Early Intervention, News, Newsletter, School Psych, Stress

[Source: Medical X-Press] Experts in the emotional needs of small children say increased levels of the stress hormone cortisol in babies and small children who are separated from their parents, especially their mothers, could have a long-term genetic impact on future generations.…...

February 18, 2020

21 February 2020, Newsletter, OT, Play, PT

[Source: Science Daily] A world first review of the importance of nature play could transform children’s play spaces, supporting investment in city and urban parks, while also delivering important opportunities for children’s physical, social and emotional development. Conducted by the University of…...

February 17, 2020

21 February 2020, Autism, News, Newsletter, OT, SLP

[Source: Disability Scoop] The nation’s largest autism advocacy group is revamping its look to better match its evolving mission and launching an effort to “create a kinder, more inclusive world” for those on the spectrum. As Autism Speaks celebrates its 15th anniversary,…...

February 17, 2020

21 February 2020, Fine Motor Skills, Newsletter, OT

[Source: Your Therapy Source] Would you have guessed that up to 60% of the elementary school day requires fine motor skills? It certainly stresses the importance of fine motor skill development for school success. The American Journal of Occupational Therapy investigated the motor and…...

February 17, 2020

21 February 2020, Anxiety, Article, Newsletter, School Psych

[Source: Education Week] by Jon Harper I don’t blame the architect because I can’t imagine it was part of their training. Nor was it the fault of the construction crew. They were simply following the plans given. The only folks left who…...

February 17, 2020

21 February 2020, Bullying, News, Newsletter, School Psych

[Source: Medical X-Press] Adolescent boys from lower socio-economic backgrounds are most likely to be the victims of bullying, according to the first comprehensive study of school bullying around the world. The study, led by University of Queensland researchers, investigated the prevalence of…...

February 14, 2020

Career, Career Tip, Newsletter, SLP

Editor’s Note: This post is part 2A of a four-part interview guide for pediatric and school based speech-language pathologists, school psychologists, occupational therapists and physical therapists. To read the rest of this guide, visit our Interview Like a Pro – The Pediatric Therapy…...

February 13, 2020

14 February 2020, Job, Newsletter, Special Education, Sped

Call Today at 866-733-4278 or text us at 662-524-9099 Are you looking to work with elementary age kiddos as an LBS1 Special Education Teaching position for the current school year? We are in need of a Special Education teacher to work…...

February 13, 2020

14 February 2020, Job, Newsletter, PT

Call Today at 866-733-4278 or text us at 662-524-9099 Looking for a high paying Early Intervention opportunity in the DC area? We have a great opportunity for a Physical Therapist. Our client is able to accommodate therapists based on what section…...