Physical Therapy
We work to keep our bodies as healthy as possible so that we can be the best learners we can be.
What is school-based physical therapy (PT)?
School-based physical therapists are concerned with motor function that influences the physical performance of the student in educationally related activities. The physical therapist will address the tasks that hinder the student's academic progress or participation including gross motor skills, posture, strength, endurance, balance, and coordination. This is often done through games and directed play to make PT a fun and productive experience!
Helpful Resources (for parents and teachers)...
Check back often! This will be updated with new info regularly
Camp Puzzle Peace Camp Puzzle Peace is a
grassroots non-profit organization created by a collaboration of educators and
parents. Our mission is to provide traditional family experiences for families
dealing with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental delays. We provide
skill-building opportunities to families and children that promote
independence, healthy active lifestyles, networking and greater opportunities
for families to participate in their community. Check out their Fall/Winter 2014 Programs! Camp Puzzle Peace offers art, music, water
safety, horseback riding, sensory-friendly planetarium shows, a running team,
sibling workshops, and more.
Total Sports Experience (TSE) Adapted PE Program This new program offered at TSE, allows children with special needs to have a safe and encouraging environment to help them develop their motor skills. We welcome all children interested in sports and physical activity regardless of ability level. Not only do we strive to improve physical activity and sport skills, but we also provide a social environment where children and parents can interact while involved with classes and learn new ways to play and interact with their children. Our program will focus on a different movement patter or "sport skill" each week (throwing, rolling, kicking, etc.). These skills will be taught through fun interactive games including parents and peers. Space is limited so don't delay!
M is for Monkey Bars An article about how to help your child's body get ready to write.
Be A Healthy Hero Lots of great ideas to help kids learn about how to make healthy choices and stay fit!
Kids Out and About Activities and adventures
for the whole family!
SportsNet (offered through Rochester Rehabilitation Center) provides inclusive sports and recreation opportunities for people with physical challenges.
FamilyFun.com Fun ideas, crafts, recipes,
and activities for parents and kids!
Eye Can Learn Eye exercises for better visual health
Moving & Learning 
The Inspired Treehouse A blog written by pediatric PTs and OTs discussing child development as well as gross, fine, and sensory motor activities for kids
Brain Highways: The Proprioceptive System This video gives an overview of a poorly integrated proprioceptive system and what it may look like in the classroom.
Brain Highways: The Vestibular System This video gives an
overview of a poorly integrated vestibular system and what it may look like in
the classroom.
Health & Wellness
Super Tracker Provides personalized health and activities plans to help you and your family start a healthy school year.
Mouse Potatoes: Health and Nutrition Are you turning into a mouse potato? A mouse potato is the cousin of the couch potato and describes someone who spends too much time in front of the computer. This website gives tips to parents and kids about how to combat the negative effects of increased technology in our society.
Alliance for a Healthier Generation
Healthy Computing Provides information on four common areas of injuries - computer use, backpacks, gaming devices, and mobile devices. This website includes ideas for positioning and injury prevention for kids and adults!
Health-E-tips
Fitness for Kids Who Don't Like Sports
Yoga for Kids (and grown-ups!!)
OMazing Kids ! A fun site for inclusive
wellness activities for kids of ALL abilities
Namaste Kid A website with many resources, pose pictures/descriptions, and articles to get you started at home or in the classroom
Yoga for lowering stress in kids
Injury Prevention
All about "W" Sitting 
Primitive Reflex Integration
Brain Highways: An Organized Brain This video gives an overview of how retained primitive reflexes may impact a child as they age
Primitive Reflexes and Neurodevelopmental Spectrum Disorders Dr. Martin Rukeyser discusses primitive reflexes and how they relate to neurodevelopmental spectrum disorders.
Importance of Integrating Reflexes
Resources & Advocacy
Brain Highways Informative videos that help to explain how how underdeveloped lower centers of the brain and poor sensory processing can affect learning, focus, coordination, and social interactions.
KidPT Filled with resources and
articles for therapists and parents about topics related to children with motor
impairments
KidsHealth Information for kids,
teens, and parents about a variety of health issues
The Avocacy Center The Advocacy Center provides consumer-driven services to support people with disabilities and their families in achieving their goals.
CARD Center for Autism and
Related Disabilities
NDSS National Down Syndrome
Society
Andrew J. Kirch Developmental Center Located at Golisano Children's Hospital. Kirch Developmental Services Center is the primary clinical services program of the Division of Neurodevelopmental and Behavioral Pediatrics.This multidisciplinary program provides individualized evaluation and specialty health care to children with known or suspected developmental disabilities such as Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Spina Bifida and Intellectual Disability
Toys, Tools, Equipment 
Adaptivemall.com Large selection of
adaptive/special needs equipment and toys. (Free shipping)
Finding Toys for Children with Special Needs
Uncoordinated Kid
Difficulty sitting still, fidgety
Body Awareness Personal Space
PT/OT Diagram
Who should I contact with questions?
Colleen Morris, PT - Taylor & Canal View Elementary Schools
Canal View Elementary School, 349-5700
Taylor Elementary School, 349-5600