Occupational and physical therapy services are provided to students 3-21 years of age who have been found eligible for special education services and whose IEP identified needs warrant such intervention.
Occupational Therapy Services
Occupational therapy is concerned with a person’s ability to participate in desired daily life activities or “occupations”.
Occupational therapists know how to:
- Observe a student engaging in an activity and provide strategies to facilitate the student’s full participation
- Reduce barriers that limit student participation within the school environment
- Use assistive technology to support student success
- Help plan relevant instructional activities for ongoing implementation in the classroom
- Assist students in preparing for successful transition into appropriate high school employment, independent living and/or further education.
Physical Therapy Services
Physical therapy is one of the related services under Part B of IDEA and is provided to support the student’s IEP.
Physical Therapists:
- Gather appropriate information from students, parents, and other team members regarding the child’s functional motor performance in school settings
- Select, administer and interpret a variety of screening instruments and standardized measurement tools
- Examine and evaluate eligible students’ strengths and needs to establish their ability to participate in meaningful school activities and routines, with or without assistance
- Form partnerships and work with other teams members in the school setting to promote an effective physical therapy plan of care
- Coordinate physical therapy interventions within the school program