“Back to school” means backpacks and other burdens come back into the lives of children and families. The American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) has solutions for staying healthy and succeeding in school and will be showcasing them in special events around the country on National School Backpack Awareness Day, September 21.
(I-Newswire) - AOTA urges students to keep their lives and backpacks balanced in order to achieve everything they want to do. This year marks the 4th anniversary of National School Backpack Awareness Day and will be the biggest celebration yet.
At least 500 occupational therapy practitioners will be holding events in every state in the U.S., speaking to an audience of more than 25,000 children, parents, and school staff.
At Backpack Awareness Day events occupational therapy practitioners weigh in students and their backpacks to make sure children are not carrying more than 15% of their body weight on their backs-the limit for back safety. This year's Backpack Awareness Day message is holistic and showcases the full range of services occupational therapy practitioners can provide for all students.
Occupational therapy experts are available to speak on issues including the ergonomics of computer use, proper backpack use, mental health tips, and studying approaches to achieve health and well-being in school.
Please contact AOTA's Media Relations Department at 301-652-6611 ext. 2963 to arrange for interviews. Experts include: Karen Jacobs, EdD, CPE, OTR/L, FAOTA, former AOTA president, associate professor at Boston University, and expert in ergonomics; Barbara Chandler, MOT, OTR, associate professor at James Madison University and expert in using occupational therapy to enhance student achievement; Jean Polichino, MS, OTR, therapy services manager for Harris County, Texas, public schools and expert in designing special approaches to meet children's learning styles and needs.
Peter Law, AOTA Media Relations 301-652-6611 ext. 2963 plaw@aota.org American Occupational Therapy Association
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