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October 19, 2026· Special Education

New Federal Data Highlights Growing Enrollment of Students with Disabilities and Persistent Disciplinary Inequities

A significant and concerning trend has emerged within the nation’s public education system: the population of students identified with disabilities is rising steadily, yet these same students remain disproportionately subject to restrictive disciplinary practices, including physical restraint and seclusion. New data released by the U.S. Department of Education provides a sobering look at the experiences…

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October 19, 2026· Occupational Therapy

Addressing the Gap: Occupational Therapy’s Evolving Role in Treating Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome

The collaborative spirit of the occupational therapy community remains one of the profession’s most enduring strengths. Recently, that spirit sparked a new initiative for the Occupational Therapy Toolkit when a practitioner based in Tennessee reached out with a poignant observation. During a clinical session, a patient diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) expressed frustration that their…

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October 19, 2026· Speech and Language Therapy

Speech and Language Kids Announces Expansion of Structured Curriculum to Transform SLP Workflow

For many speech-language pathologists (SLPs), the daily reality of clinical work involves a frantic search for resources. Between balancing caseloads, documenting progress, and meeting the diverse needs of students, professionals often find themselves piecing together therapy sessions from a fragmented collection of digital downloads and disparate materials. This systemic challenge—often exacerbated by the reliance on…

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October 19, 2026· Pediatric Healthcare

WHO Launches SCORE Technical Package to Bolster Global Health Data Systems

In a major push to modernize how nations track, analyze, and utilize health data, the World Health Organization (WHO) has officially unveiled the "SCORE for Health Data Technical Package." This initiative, announced today, represents a strategic response to the systemic vulnerabilities exposed by the COVID-19 pandemic, aiming to provide countries with a standardized, actionable framework…

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October 19, 2026· Early Intervention

President’s Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Is a Win for Babies, Says ZERO TO THREE

WASHINGTON, DC — ZERO TO THREE, the nation’s leading early childhood development nonprofit dedicated to ensuring that all infants and toddlers have a strong start in life, has expressed strong encouragement following the release of President Biden’s proposed fiscal year 2025 budget. The organization noted that the federal spending blueprint includes essential and much-needed funding…

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October 19, 2026· Assistive Technology

England Eliminates Time Restrictions on Free Bus Passes for Disabled Travelers in Nationwide Reform

Starting April 1, disabled people across England will be able to travel by bus for free at any time of day, marking a major transformation in public transit accessibility. Previously, free bus passes were restricted to off-peak hours on weekdays, specifically between the hours of 09:30 and 23:00. This historical limitation made it difficult for…

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October 19, 2026· Speech and Language Therapy

Empowering Non-Speaking Children: New AAC Resources Aim to Simplify Communication Therapy

In the evolving field of pediatric speech-language pathology, the use of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) has emerged as a cornerstone for supporting children and teens who are non-speaking or have complex communication needs. As clinicians and caregivers look for more accessible, evidence-based methods to facilitate language development, new resources are being introduced to help…

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October 19, 2026· Speech and Language Therapy

Speech and Language Kids Announces Evolution of Structured Curriculum to Transform SLP Workflows

For many speech-language pathologists (SLPs) operating in school districts, private clinics, and early intervention settings, the daily reality of clinical practice often involves a disjointed search for effective materials. Between juggling heavy caseloads and the administrative burden of documentation, the time available for evidence-based lesson planning is frequently squeezed by the need to hunt for…

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October 19, 2026· Sensory Processing

Educators and Therapists Turn to Autumn-Themed Activities to Target Crucial Fine Motor Skills

As the autumn air brings crisp temperatures, changing leaves, and the ubiquitous presence of pumpkin spice, pediatric occupational therapists, educators, and parents are increasingly leaning into seasonal themes to support child development. Rather than choosing fall-themed activities simply for festive entertainment, professionals are utilizing apples, leaves, pumpkins, acorns, and farm motifs to purposefully target specific…

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October 19, 2026· Learning Disabilities

Nearly 1 In 5 Public School Students Have IEPs Or 504 Plans

A growing number of students in the nation’s public schools are identified as having disabilities, according to newly released comprehensive federal data that also highlights a deeply troubling trend: these vulnerable children are significantly more likely to experience physical restraint, seclusion, and other severe forms of exclusionary discipline than their non-disabled peers. The findings are…

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