Join us for the Annual Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk!

Community & EventsJessica BarisanoOctober 19, 2022Collaborative Corner for Exceptional Children Collaborative Corner, Exceptional Child, Exceptional Student Education, Children with Exceptional Needs, Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk, Down Syndrome, The Down Syndrome Association of Central Florida, Lake Eola, Central Florida Community, Special Needs Community, Community Events, Inclusion

Florida Student Assessments

Navigating your student’s school assessments

Test Taking Tips and Strategies for Parents and Children

As we begin to enter the final months of the 2020-2021 school year, many of our children will be taking state assessments. It is common for children to feel anxious in regards to taking tests, but what strategies can we use to support them in entering that testing environment with confidence?

Mental Health, EducationJessica BarisanoApril 5, 2021Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Exceptional Student Education, Mental Health, Anxiety, Mental Wellness, COVID-19, Coping Strategies, Teenagers, Adolescent Mental Health, FSA, State Testing, Testing Anxiety, Test Taking Tips, Test Anxiety

Let's Get Creative With Handwriting at Home!

Looking for some fun ways to practice handwriting at home? Not all children love the idea of pencil to paper and we definitely can think outside the lines with the activities on today’s blog!

Occupational Therapy, EducationJessica BarisanoMarch 10, 2021Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Special Education, Child Development, Developmental Milestones, Occupational Therapy, Fine Motor Skills, Exceptional Student Education, Handwriting Apps, Handwriting

Common Questions About An Inclusion Classroom

There are a variety of educational settings within the public school setting that offer varying levels of support depending on what the child needs. Today, we are answering a number of questions regarding what an inclusion setting looks like and how support and accommodations could be provided to a child to meet his/her individual needs.

EducationJessica BarisanoFebruary 23, 2021Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Child Development, Exceptional Student Education, Special Education, Elementary Education, Varying Exceptionalities Teacher, Inclusion, Inclusive Education

Navigating Mental Health Services and Health Insurance

Navigating health insurance can be a challenge when seeking to receive services, including mental health support services. Today, we are sharing tips and recommendations on how to best advocate for what you need when seeking therapeutic services.

Mental Health, EducationJessica BarisanoFebruary 17, 2021Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Exceptional Student Education, Mental Health, Mental Wellness, COVID-19, Health Insurance

Big Emotions-Little Kids

Ever wonder why your child will throw a tantrum over the smallest of things? Or why your child will start to scream when not getting what he or she wants? Our Pediatric Occupational Therapist shares insight into what emotional regulation is and steps to take to support your child.

Occupational Therapy, EducationJessica BarisanoNovember 17, 2020Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Special Education, Child Development, Developmental Milestones, Occupational Therapy, Fine Motor Skills, Exceptional Student Education, Emotional Regulation, State of Regulation, Sensory Regulation, Label Emotions

Guest Blog: What is Constraint Induced Movement Therapy?

Have you heard of Constraint Induced Movement Therapy? Did you know this is an intensive program for children to support them in utilizing both upper extremities during tasks? Find out who this program would benefit!

Occupational Therapy, EducationJessica BarisanoOctober 5, 2020Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Special Education, Child Development, Developmental Milestones, Occupational Therapy, Fine Motor Skills, Exceptional Student Education, Handwriting, Constraint Induced Movement Therapy, CIMT, Shoe Tying, Activities of Daily Living

Emotional Regulation: 10 minute Activities for Parents and Children

Emotional regulation is the ability to monitor feelings and adapting to how they are expressed. Today, we’re sharing 3 strategies you can incorporate today to support your child’s emotional regulation.

Mental Health, EducationJessica BarisanoSeptember 29, 2020Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Exceptional Student Education, Mental Health, Self-Care, Anxiety, Mental Wellness, Social Distancing, Shelter in Place Order, COVID-19, Coping Strategies, Teenagers, Adolescent Mental Health