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While early intervention services are available for children, many parents are not aware that they exist. Some day care facilities and pediatricians know about EI and are willing to recommend it to parents of children that may have developmental delays. For many, a cute speech impediment and funny talk diverts the focus away from the severity of speech and language concerns. Often times, children will get into the school system and begin kindergarten without clear speech.

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As everyone is getting back into the rhythm of being back at school for a new academic year, schools nurses are busy. Each year, they must check to see what changes have taken place with state health regulations. Once they have the new information in front of them, they need to check on the records from each student to make sure that they are up to date. This means looking to see if forms have come in for physicals for specific grade levels. If the forms have not been filled out completely, they have to notify the families to get them fixed. In addition to this, they have to be sure that immunization records are up for all students.

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In the past, occupational therapists have worked predominantly with young children to assist them with fine motor skills. They often spent a lot of time in sessions perfecting pincer grasp, writing letters, and other goals for early elementary-aged children. While occupational therapists may still do these with their students, their role has changed drastically in recent years.

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Recent research shows that children in schools benefit from physical activity. Moving their muscles around helps kids to concentrate in school and throughout their busy lives. For many children, it is too hard to stay in the same classroom and desk for long periods of time. Programs are being set up in many schools and districts to promote movement during the day, even when academics do not leave much time for them.  

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It is no secret that music is something that can help people in many ways. Research has shown that music therapy is able to boost cognitive ability, help ease pain, and decrease stress. Thanks to this, many schools are looking at music therapy to assist children who are identified with an autism diagnosis.

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