Author: ProCare Therapy

Gun violence at school is a reality that many of us are all too aware of. We see news reports about students getting guns and going to schools with detailed plans to hurt others. This harsh reality means that those working within schools and interacting with students have to be hyper vigilant. All teachers, therapists, and individuals in the schools have to listen carefully to what kids are saying around them. What would you do if a student comes up to you and says that they wish they had a gun to shoot people at school? Do you know what is legally required based on your job and the state that you live in? These are all questions that must be answered by educational therapists and others now before it is too late.

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As professionals who work with special needs students, it is important to understand the right each child has to an appropriate education. Not only do we need to address the academic needs of these students, but also their social and emotional well being.

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Addiction is a real problem in our nation and in many schools across the country. Gone are the days when you could simply tell students to Just Say No. That is not enough and does not make drugs and other addictions go away. Drug awareness programs must be incorporated in the curriculum starting as early as in elementary school.

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The demands on all school related therapists grow each and every year. It is even more important than ever to make sure you protect yourself professionally. The reality is that the better you document everything, the easier it will be for you later on when you may be required to recall something. This could be if you need it for a child's annual review meeting, or perhaps in an evaluation. Being organized and using these four tips will protect your professionally in the long run.

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We often hear about the use of therapy dogs in schools. For many years, districts have been using therapy dogs to work with children in a variety of ways. Thanks to research, we know that therapy dogs help students with special needs. In addition to this, these special animals are able to decrease anxiety in children and help them to be more productive in the classroom. Rather that limit therapy to dogs, for example, some have been trying other more unusual animals with children.

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