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We continue our SeekFreaks summer reading lists – this time for our seasoned school-based OTs, PTs and SLPs. Ambitious new school-based practitioners can also start reading from this list as soon as you are done with the List for New School-based OTs, PTs and SLPs<\/a>.<\/p>\n ~~~~~~~~~~ 0 ~~~~~~~~~~<\/em><\/p>\n IDEA Readings<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n These are the same reading as the one for new school-based therapists, for a reason. I think that just as we lose sight of what typical 3<\/span>rd<\/span> grade motor skills are, we lose sight of the federal and state regulations that govern school-based practice. Often, we do things because we are asked to or are informed that \u2018this is how we do it here\u2019. It is part of ethical practice to be familiar with the regulations and at a minimum ask questions or request the policy or regulation that is at the root. Just as we loiter around the playground to refresh our frame of reference, we should return to the law\/regulation to remind ourselves why we are in public schools. <\/span><\/p>\n The IDEA <\/span>website<\/span><\/a> is exceedingly user friendly, with an excellent search feature. I suggest you search for \u2018speech language pathologist\u2019, \u2018IEP\u2019, \u2018transition\u2019; for kicks \u2018Medicaid\u2019 and \u2018documentation\u2019. This website is very helpful to look up the relevant citation if you are asked to do something you think exceeds the law or is interpreted in weird way.<\/span><\/p>\n ~~~~~~~~~~ 0 ~~~~~~~~~~<\/em><\/p>\n Deep Dive into Law<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n There are 3 laws that are closely related to our practice. Below are the links to increase your understanding. Websites have too much info? I indicated the pages where you can start and get applicable information right away.<\/span><\/p>\n Each of these laws are protective. They are intended to ensure that individuals with disability are not discriminated against. However, there are standards that do not allow for any and everything. Did you know that an automated door switch may not be required by ADA? Search for \u2018playground\u2019 and \u2018school access\u2019 for an eye opener. What are the policies for <\/span>mobility aids and devices<\/span><\/a>? SLPs, read the<\/span> FAQs on Effective Communication<\/span><\/a> for Children with Hearing, Vision or Speech Disabilities in Public Schools. <\/span><\/p>\n Also, we have a pervasive sense of what FERPA requires but what about texts? Videos we use to communicate with parents or instruct staff? Is it okay to use a student\u2019s first name in an email to a colleague? When does the Health Information Portability Privacy Act exceed FERPA requirements? Read the <\/span>Joint Guidance on the Application of FERPA and HIPAA to Student Health Records<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n ~~~~~~~~~~ 0 ~~~~~~~~~~<\/em><\/p>\n Podcast\/Listen<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n I have fallen in love with podcasts. They are great for driving between schools or winding down on the commute home. I have picked some of my favorites for you! There is one selected for each discipline and one for all. However, crossing disciplinary boundaries is encouraged! I find myself thinking deeply and philosophically about disability and difference as an expression of humanity. This is a great mindset to begin the school year!<\/span><\/p>\n ~~~~~~~~~~ 0 ~~~~~~~~~~<\/em><\/p>\n Explore your approach<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n Here are 3 must-reads for OTs, PTs and SLPs from SeekFreaks.<\/p>\n ~~~~~~~~~~ 0 ~~~~~~~~~~<\/em><\/p>\n Expand Specific Knowledge: Article Reviews<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n ~~~~~~~~~~ 0 ~~~~~~~~~~<\/em><\/p>\n Books!<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n Read one, two or all:<\/p>\n ~~~~~~~~~~ 0 ~~~~~~~~~~<\/em><\/p>\n A lot to choose from, I know! But what a great time to explore, expand and deepen our knowledge\u2026prepare for the next school year, lifelong learners\u2026SeekFreaks! Learn on!!<\/span><\/p>\n ~~~~~~~~~~ 0 ~~~~~~~~~~<\/em><\/p>\n Readers of this article also read:<\/p>\n 10 Handy American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Resources<\/a><\/p>\n IEP 4.0 – Using Data and Collaboration to Develop a Clear PLEP<\/a><\/p>\n Summer Reading List for New School-based OTs, PTs and SLPs<\/a><\/p>\n Article Review: Do Teachers Know the Impact of Preterm Birth?<\/a><\/p>\n \n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" [smbtoolbar] We continue our SeekFreaks summer reading lists – this time for our seasoned school-based OTs, PTs and SLPs. 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