Dr. Henry Garrett的动态

General educators should operate like general practice medical doctors. If I could wave a magic wand, funding would exist to ensure all teachers had access to high-quality partners on their faculty who they could refer cases to for thought partnership or subject matter expertise: - special education educators - multilanguage learner educators - school psychologists - professional school counselors - licensed clinical social workers - science of reading trained reading specialists who worked with caseloads of students on phonics, phonemic awareness, fluency, concept imagery - writing specialists who worked with caseloads of students on writing development - math specialists - dyslexia experts - Board Certified Behavior Analysts and Registered Behavior Techs Right now, too often, our systems and funding structures are asking general educators to do ALL of this - an impossible task. We have to get there in order to help stop the national teacher turnover crisis.

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If you're an SLP or work in Special Education, you know burnout is REAL. According to ASHA’s?2024 Schools Survey,?66.1%?of Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) in schools report?high caseloads?as one of their biggest challenges. (Report here: https://lnkd.in/gnHtFzPA) This overwhelming workload makes it difficult for SLPs to provide the individualized care students need and deserve. At?OnStaff Special Ed, we’re thinking differently about SLP staffing and services: ???Manageable Caseloads: We partner with SLPs first, and then schools to ensure our SLPs have balanced, sustainable workloads that allow them to focus on delivering high-quality therapy. ???Streamlined Administrative Support: We make this process easy to manage, so our SLPs can spend more time where it counts—with their students. ???Professional Development and Support: Our SLPs have access to ongoing support and resources, helping them stay engaged and empowered in their roles. By giving SLPs the tools they need to succeed, we’re not just filling positions—we’re empowering clinicians and schools to thrive. ?? Tired of managing impossible caseloads? Check us out here: https://lnkd.in/gsegCtsQ #SLPChallenges #SpeechTherapy #Education #OnStaffSpecialEd #StudentSuccess #WorkLifeBalance #SLPs #Teletherapy

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Teletherapy: More Than Just a Pandemic Pivot ?? The shift to remote therapy was initially met with skepticism, but I've discovered a wealth of benefits. From increased flexibility and reduced commute to improved focus and work-life balance, teletherapy has exceeded my expectations. Linkup is a great group of SLPs committed to the best in teletherapy. While there are challenges, the positive impact on my practice and well-being has been significant. Curious about the pros and cons of teletherapy? Let's connect! #teletherapy #speechtherapy #remotework #mentalhealth #worklifebalance #education #teacherlife

Comprehensive Efforts Needed to Develop Health-Promoting Learning Environments Source: Science Daily Mental ill-health among students in higher education is a growing problem globally. Most efforts implemented to address ill-health involve individual treatment and adjustments to pedagogy. But more can and needs to be done at a structural or environmental level for higher education institutions to ensure learning and well-being among all students. https://bit.ly/4eR0IKc

American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) APTA Academy of Education American Council of Academic Physical Therapy (ACAPT) National Association of Black Physical Therapists, Inc Rizing Tide Foundation Kai Kennedy Julia Chevan I'm grateful to the authors for their important work. The data garnered from this study shed light on a reality many of us have long been aware of. It highlights that Black and Brown (Latino) PT students and students from other systemically excluded racial and ethnic culture groups experience their education environments more negatively than their non-minoritized peers, yet they show a remarkable interest in serving underresourced and historically ignored communities. This research is a crucial step forward, providing benchmarks for academic institutions to self-assess and improve. Yet, it also echoes a frustrating truth—that the path to a more inclusive and diverse physical therapy profession is still fraught with challenges. From personal experience, Black and Brown (Latino) physical therapists and PTs from other systemically excluded racial and ethnic culture groups often feel isolated and unsupported, feelings that can and often do start as early as when they first embark on their journey as student physical therapists, a journey that often comes at a high price, literally and otherwise. While the findings might not surprise those of us who have been advocating for change, they underscore the urgent need for our profession to evolve. We must strive to create learning environments where all students, regardless of their race or ethnicity, feel valued, supported, and inspired. This isn't just about enriching our profession; it's about ensuring we can meet the needs of a diversifying society with empathy, understanding, and excellence. I'm hopeful that with studies like this, and the continued efforts of educators, professionals, and students alike, we can make strides towards a future where every physical therapist and learner can thrive, bringing their full selves to their education and practice. Let's use this as an opportunity to reflect, discuss, and work towards tangible change. Together, we can build a more inclusive, empathetic, and diverse physical therapy community that will benefit not only the members of our profession but the clients we strive to serve and society at large. #SiSePuede #DPTStudent #PhysicalTherapy #DEI #AcademicPT #PhysicalTherapist

Question for people in higher ed. - in speech-language therapy or similar type of fields: What type of structure/ group/ position (outside of advising and university provided disability services) do programs offer students who express needing additional support in academic and clinical experiences? Another way to ask this is if you were a recent graduate of a program, what do you wish you had as support in your department?

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