Technologist In Training Program: Bring your school up to speed

PPS Board of Education Superintendent Report Excerpt 1/12/16

Write Start Handwriting Program: Co-teaching

http://www.write-start-handwriting.org/index.html

Ellen Meets an Inspiring Young Woman

PPS Bond Accessibility Work

"Improved accessibility is a priority of the PPS School Building Improvement Bond"

Access ramp at Wilson High School 2013
New Elevator at James John K-5 2015
Suzanne Stahl, Angela Jarvis-Holland, Carole Smith

Timeline: http://www.pps.k12.or.us/files/bond/Bond_Program_Graphic_Schedule_3_19_15_v4.pdf
Get involved: http://www.pps.k12.or.us/bond/9073.htm



Community members, PPS designers, and Portland Parks and Rec. meet to discuss plans/updates for Grant High School.

Oregonian: Educator collaboration keeps all students involved at Portland elementary

video: http://video-embed.oregonlive.com/services/player/bcpid1949055967001?bctid=4655980199001&bckey=AQ~~,AAAAPLpuSqE~,a1DdoZJH5WQo4iWaJj1w_CktvJfhQVVG

Full article here:
http://www.oregonlive.com/education/index.ssf/2015/12/educator_collaboration_keeps_a.html#incart_river_index

Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Tech. tools for the classroom

http://udltechtoolkit.wikispaces.com/

Impulse control article

http://www.healthcentral.com/adhd/c/1443/147796/impulsive-behaviors/

Spelling with Nuts and Bolts -combining literacy, spelling, and fine motor

http://www.notimeforflashcards.com/2013/05/spelling-with-nuts-bolts.html

also:
http://www.myjoyfilledlife.com/2013/03/15/18-tactile-spelling-activities/

VITA

website: http://ict.usc.edu/prototypes/vita/

Customized website for students with orthopedic impairment using eye gaze technology

Resource: Occupational Therapy Plan - an activity idea search engine for pediatric occupational therapy activities

Occupational Therapy Plan - an activity idea search engine for pediatric occupational therapy activities

http://www.otplan.com/default.aspx

Smarter Balanced Accommodation Guidelines

http://www.smarterbalanced.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/SmarterBalanced_Guidelines.pdf

Practice test (to trial accessibility tools): http://www.smarterbalanced.org/practice-test/

Does Handwriting Need to be Saved?

Career Moxie: 40 best online tools for occupational therapists

http://mastersinoccupationaltherapy.org/2011/40-best-online-tools-for-occupational-therapists/

Visual Schedule to Teach Bedtime Routines: ATN Autism Treatment Network, AIR P: Autism Intervention Research

Social Story Creator

Story Board That: https://www.storyboardthat.com/storyboard-creator
This is a handy and fairly intuitive website that allows the user to create a story or comic using a a variety of characters, images, scenes, and uploaded images.  It appears to work on the iPad as well.
Here is a sample illustrating student's need for movement and heavy work:

Also see: 10 Sites / Apps for Creative Writing
http://www.slideshare.net/rbyrnetech/10-sites-apps-to-inspire-creative-writing
https://tp053.k12.sd.us/Following%20Rules%20at%20School.htm

OT with Martha - Letter folding jig

Hand crank electric generator

This little electric generator may be used in a variety of contexts, from a cause and effect activity (turning a light on), a science lesson (how electricity is produced), or recharging a cell phone / tablet.  Students can literally feel the work needed to power modern electronics, lights, fans, etc.
Cost: the hand crank generator was approximately $20, materials (scrap wood, adjustable bracket, screws): approximately $5

submitted by Pete Carpenter OTR/L

Handwriting Worksheet Maker

Handwriting Worksheet Maker:  Customize handwriting worksheets by content size, color, print vs cursive, dots vs hollow/outline, etc.  Ex: have student practice specific letters or their own name.  

http://handwritingpractice.net/handwriting/index.html
Also see:
http://www.softschools.com/custom/worksheets/words.jsp
http://www.worksheetworks.com/english/writing/handwriting.html
Worksheet works also has math geography, English, mazes, money and some other cutting and prewriting worksheets
http://www.writingwizard.longcountdown.com/handwriting_practice_worksheet_maker.html
This one is geared toward ESL students. Create writing worksheets lets you choose letter style and size and variety of practice options eg trace copy or freehand. Single words like vocabulary lists or phrases. 
http://www.toolsforeducators.com
A great site for free printable custom resources eg custom bingo cards, lotto cards, crossword maker, game boards, custom paper dice maker, certificate maker, more
Many topics to choose from eg animals, foods, vehicles, occupations, prepositions
http://www.eslflashcards.com

Google Docs Speech Recognition Add on

https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/speech-recognition/idmniglhlcjfkhncgbiiecmianekpheh?utm_source=permalink

Low Cost Toys / Activities

http://www.arvindguptatoys.com/toys.html


resource from Martha Thomas

also see: 
Balloon hover craft: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qbAuaN8wIvA

Balloon rocket: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N6NIgPIh7HU

Victory Academy: Clackamas County school serving children affected by Autism

http://www.oregonlive.com/education/index.ssf/2015/08/victory_academy_autism_school.html

Victory Academy is a year-round private school serving children affected by autism. Stephanie Yao Long/Staff

Chirp - Music Therapy in Portland

http://chirpmusictherapy.com/faq/about-us/

 

Using a Noise Level Monitor in the Classroom

Rosa Parks, SuperSensory Space

Kindergartens Ringing the Bell for Play Inside the Classroom

NYT online article: http://nyti.ms/1GoOHYj

" Using play to develop academic knowledge — as well as social skills... "

Just Breathe

http://youtu.be/RVA2N6tX2cg

Let the Kids Learn Through Play

Online Article: http://nyti.ms/1EOrycG

As More With Autism Near Adulthood, Clues To Success Emerge

http://www.disabilityscoop.com/2015/05/14/as-autism-adulthood-clues/20299/

Paul Kotler - In his own words

Crowd Sourcing Audio Books

https://www.youtube.com/user/audiobooksfree

Speech Recognition as AT for Writing: A Scaffolded Approach for K-12 Students

Click here for full aritcle

Guiding the Blind Through London’s Subway With Estimote Beacons

Wired: http://www.wired.com/2015/03/blind-will-soon-navigate-london-tube-beacons/

How two minutes of mindfulness can calm a class and boost attainment

http://gu.com/p/3pmcm/sbl

IOS 8 ACCESSIBILITY OVERVIEW

http://luisperezonline.com/2014/09/08/ios-8-accessibility-overview/

Chromebook Accessibility Resources

http://mmatp.com/chromeat/

New York Times: Sharp Rise in Occupational Therapy Cases at New York’s Schools

Sharp Rise in Occupational Therapy Cases at New York’s Schools

http://nyti.ms/17mjZAf

Harper's Playground will bring accessible-for-all playgrounds to other Portland neighborhoods

http://www.oregonlive.com/portland/index.ssf/2014/11/harpers_playground_will_bring.html

San Francisco Schools Transformed by the Power of Meditation: NBC Nightly News

Energizers Classroom-based Physical Activities: Ways teachers can integrate physical activity with academic concepts

http://www.eatsmartmovemorenc.com/Energizers/Texts/K-5-Energizers.pdf

Write On! How Putting Pen to Paper Can Keep You Sharp

Write On! How Putting Pen to Paper Can Keep You Sharp

Calming Strategies / Resources

other resources
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Take-A-Break-Behavior-Management-and-Self-Regulation-678756
http://www.yourtherapysource.com/files/Self_Calming_Cards

When to "fix" a pencil grasp

http://theanonymousot.com/2013/03/22/when-to-fix-a-pencil-grasp/

Alternative ways of working on handwriting - 1

Increasing number of women diagnosed and medicated for ADHD

How to make a fidget out of yarn - Martha Thomas OTR/L

OT Pinterest

OT Treatment ideas

http://www.pinterest.com/search/pins/?q=pediastaff&term_meta%5B%5D=pediastaff%7Ctyped

Article on Hand Dominance

http://www.albertahealthservices.ca/4831.asp

Sensory Gym in Portland

Sensory Gym: Sundays 10:30-12:30 at the Children’s Gym

1625 NE Sandy Blvd  Portland, Or 97232     Phone: 503-249-5867      Online: childrensgym.com

The Children’s Gym is a 12,000 square foot gymnastics facility, and every Sunday, they set aside the entire gym from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm for Sunday Sensory Time. Children ages 2-14 with special sensory or motor needs can run, jump, swing, and climb on their equipment in a calm and comfortable setting.

 

Coaches trained to provide meaningful sensory experiences will be present in order to facilitate a positive and organized environment. They have gymnastics rings, bars, beams, a trampoline, a 30-foot-long tumbling trampoline, vault areas, and mats galore!

 

Cost for Sunday Sensory Time is $10 for 1 child, $15 for 2 children, and $3 for each additional child. Reservations are highly encouraged online or by phone as spaces are limited on a first-come, first-served basis. Visit their website to learn more!