Preparation Checklist
School Layout and Activities
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Where will the visit take place?
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Is there a location for the dog to go outside if necessary?
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Is there a quiet space for students to go if they want?
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Are other activities taking place? sporting events, assemblies, fire drills, recess...
Once you've scheduled a visit by your therapy team, it's important to plan ahead.
Student Preparation
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Do all students want to participate? If not, how will that be handled? (also allergies)
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Are all students allowed to participate? If certain students have a history of aggressive behavior, it may not be a good idea for them to join.
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What is the lesson plan?
Staff Concerns
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Similar to the student preparation: are there any staff members with allergies or other concerns?
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If other students see the dog and want to play, how will they be handled?