Meet Anne Buckley-Reen: A Trailblazer in Autism, Motor Development & Therapeutic Yoga Anne Buckley‑Reen, OTR, RYT, is a powerhouse in the world of autism intervention. A pioneer in using yoga therapeutically, Anne has transformed how clinicians, educators, and families support children with autism—especially those struggling with motor and regulatory challenges. For over 20 years, Anne… Read more »
Posts Categorized: special ed
26th Annual Therapies in the School Conference a BIG Success
What an amazing Therapies in the School Conference! Over 500 therapists attended this year’s conference from 36 states, 4 Canadian provinces, and Australia. Attendees by profession We were thrilled to host school-based therapists of all kinds, plus special educators. Attendees by Years of Experience Practitioners, new and old alike, find the conference… Read more »
New to School Scholarship Awarded to Promising Occupational Therapist
Kaitlyn Schultz, a rising occupational therapist, has been named the recipient of the New to School Scholarship at ERI’s 2025 Therapies in the School Conference. This prestigious award recognizes promising professionals entering school-based practice and provides free continuing education to support their growth and impact in the field. Kaitlyn’s dedication and potential stood out among… Read more »
Celebrating Excellence: Master Clinician Scholarship Winner Revealed for ERI’s 2025 Therapies in the School Conference
Education Resources, Inc. is excited to announce this year’s Therapies in the School Conference Master Clinician Scholarship Award recipient is Claire Harris, a school-based physical therapist from Memphis whose work exemplifies collaboration, innovation, and leadership with heart. Claire serves a large school district where challenges around equity and inclusion are ever-present. Yet she meets those challenges… Read more »
Struggling to Engage Reluctant Writers?
Handwriting challenges in children can stem from a variety of causes—fine motor skill delays, hand-eye coordination differences, or even emotional resistance to writing tasks. These hurdles can make writing feel frustrating or overwhelming for kids. That’s where creativity meets therapy. 🧠 Meet Kelsie Olds, the “Occuplaytional Therapist” Kelsie Olds turns handwriting therapy into imaginative play…. Read more »