Questions+about+SAS+groups

** __General Questions:__ ** __Present Level statement related to program__ __?Student has (actively, participated, ect) in a weekly OT self modulation group that is part of the__ _ program. How does our focus area change as the students increase with age? What did the DPI Consultant say about the groups?
 * __Questions about the SAS Groups__ **



Specific Questions about grade level
=** Elementary ** =

Middle
High
 * We are making service delivery decisions based on diagnosis not on need
 * I have heard Betty talk about how once a student with HFA/Asperger’s has been taught something, going over the material redundantly instigates behavior issues/acting out – most students have been taught this curriculum repeatedly by high school


 * Propose presenting curriculum (abbreviated/age appropriate format) within first 9 weeks of school with emphasis on use of age appropriate physical activity as a tool and support intermittently throughout the year as need arises based on student/teacher input
 * Documented that influence of sensory processing difficulties lessens with age- so curriculum not meaningful to many students in high school
 * Academic support/social support larger focus in high school with **NEED FOR INSTRUCTION** regarding sensory awareness no longer necessitating weekly intervention for the entire year

Other Sensory Profile standardized on students aged 3-10 years - should not use with older students

Liability Issues- If we are teaching skills and something happens to a student but we are not providing direct services (OT not on IEP in service delivery)- would we still be covered under our private liability insurance?