Occupational/Physical Therapy Support Program

Professional Development

Get Active! Designing Playful Fine Motor Activities, Games, and Centers for the Elementary Classroom

Get ready to put your hands to work! This session will introduce you to a world of hands-on, interactive activities designed to build students' fine motor skills while keeping them engaged and excited. Whether your students are struggling with writing, cutting, or zipping up their jackets, this workshop will equip you with fun, playful strategies to help develop those essential skills. From sensory-friendly games to creative challenges, you'll learn how to make fine motor practice a dynamic and enjoyable part of your classroom routine. It's time to get students moving their hands and brains—because when fine motor skills are strong, learning soars!

Write on! Empowering Students with Handwriting Support

Get ready for a fun and interactive session where teachers will discover practical strategies and tools to help students conquer writing struggles in the classroom! We will dive into the key strategies, techniques, and tools that help students develop legible, confident handwriting. Through hands-on activities, exciting resources, and expert insights, you'll be ready to overcome handwriting hurdles and inspire every student to excel on their writing journey!

Sensory Smarts: Understanding and Supporting Students Needs in the Educational Setting

Step into your students’ shoes and experience the world through a sensory lens! In this interactive, engaging session, we’ll explore how sensory processing impacts learning, behavior, and engagement in the classroom. From wiggly bodies to sensitive ears, we’ll uncover the why behind students’ sensory needs and provide practical, easy-to-implement strategies to create a sensory-friendly learning environment. Whether you're navigating sensory-seekers, avoiders, or in-betweeners, this session will help you build a toolkit of sensory smarts to support focus, regulation, and academic success for all learners. Get ready for hands-on activities, real-world solutions, and a fresh perspective on sensory processing!

Level Up Learning: Executive Function Hacks for Teachers

Get ready to power up your teaching game! In this hands-on session, we’ll explore fun and effective ways to boost students’ executive function skills—the brain’s ultimate control center for focus, organization, and self-regulation. Students need strategies to level up their ability to plan, manage time, and stay on task. You'll walk away with classroom-ready hacks, engaging activities, and simple routines that make executive function fun and accessible for all learners.

Lift, Shift, & Stay Swift: Mastering Transfers!

Ready to master the art of safe, efficient, and smooth transfers? In this session, you’ll learn essential techniques for transferring individuals with care and confidence. From basic lifting strategies to advanced body mechanics, we’ll cover the tools and tips needed to ensure both safety and comfort during every transfer. Whether you're helping someone move from a chair to a wheelchair, or mastering a bed-to-chair transfer, this session will provide hands-on guidance and practical solutions. Get ready to lift, shift, and stay swift while enhancing your skills for seamless, stress-free transfers!

Game On! Recess Revamp: PE & Recess Made Easy

Turn recess and PE into an exciting adventure for every student! In this session, we’ll reimagine traditional recess and physical education with fresh, creative, and accessible ideas that ensure all kids are included, engaged, and moving. Learn how to adapt games and activities to meet diverse needs while promoting physical fitness, social skills, and fun. Whether you're working with large groups or individual needs, you'll walk away with practical tools to make recess and PE more inclusive, enjoyable, and easier to manage. Get ready to make playtime the highlight of the day!

The Brain-Body Connection: Motor Planning & Learning

Unlock the power of movement and the mind! This session dives into the fascinating world of motor planning and learning, where we explore how our brains and bodies work together to develop coordinated movement skills. Learn the science behind motor planning, discover key strategies to help students improve their coordination, and explore techniques for enhancing motor learning through fun and engaging activities. Whether you’re working with young learners or students with motor challenges, this menu offers practical tips and creative ways to support motor development and boost confidence, all while strengthening the vital brain-body connection!

Get Active! Bringing Gross Motor into the Classroom

Get ready to shake things up! This session is all about turning your classroom into an active, movement-filled space where students can thrive. Discover fun, simple, and effective ways to incorporate gross motor activities that engage both body and brain. From energizing brain breaks to creative learning games, you’ll explore strategies that promote physical activity while enhancing focus and coordination. Whether it’s through structured exercises or spontaneous movement moments, this menu will give you the tools to get your students moving and learning in the most fun ways possible!

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