Occupational Therapists (OT) and occupational therapy assistants are part of the education team. In the school, an OT works with the team to help determine student annual goals, the supports, modifications, and accommodations that are necessary to help the student fulfill the role of student. OTs design intervention programs which include assistive technology or adaptive equipment to 1) increase arm and hand function 2) improve feeding, eating, and toileting skills, 3) improve seating and positioning 4) improve access to the school environments and materials and 5) help identify long-term goals for post-school outcomes, so that a student may participate in desired daily life activities or "occupations." An OT also provides training for students, staff and parents to achieve each student's success. for more information about occupational therapy please visit these websites www.aota.org or www.unmc.edu/mmi.