Upgrade your B2S Conference experience with the School-based OT Collab
Two days of live courses + replay access
Speakers with real school-based OT experience
12 hours of CEUs specific to school-based OT
Conference Theme
Evolving Practices.
Grounded in Evidence.
At the Back to School Conference, you'll engage in 6 sessions designed to advance your school-based OT practice without losing sight of the evidence.
EVIDENCE-BASED SENSORY IN SCHOOLS
NEURODIVERSITY AFFIRMING EVALS + TX
MULTI-TIERED SYSTEM OF SUPPORTS
WRITING EDUCATION-BASED GOALS
NEXT GENERATION ASSISTIVE TECH
AND MORE!
Why OTPs love the
B2S Conference
“I've attended the Back To School Conference every year since it began (2020) and always find it to be well worth the time.
I gain new strategies and resources to begin implementing Monday morning. And the fact that I can participate without leaving my couch is fantastic!
It's a great way to get CEUs quickly and learn a ton!”
- Shondra Smith -
Secure your registration today!
$419
Your B2S Registration Includes
Access to all SIX online
B2S Conference Sessions
Replay access to all sessions until Sunday, November 29, 2026
Access to the supportive
B2S Community
Opportunities to win one of many OT Giveaways
Use code CANTWAIT26 to save $100
$499
Includes the B2S Conference, plus:
1 full year of support as an Impact Member of the School-based OT Collaborative
Extended B2S Conference Replay Access
February 28, 2026
Access to live group Q+A mentorship sessions with Jayson and OT Schoolhouse team
Unlimited CEUs, Templates, Handouts, Goal Bank access and more!
The Collab membership auto-renews yearly. Cancel any time.
Conference Schedule
Times listed in the Pacific Time Zone
More details will be released as we curate these presentations for you
The OT Schoolhouse is proud to be an AOTA-Approved Provider of Professional Development
Presenters & Sessions
This year, we are curating a slate of OT practitioner speakers with clinical and research experience to share how we can progress school-based OT without losing sight of the evidence and the roots that got us to 2026.
You can expect to learn from OTPs who are laying the foundations for what school-based OT should look like today and will look like in the years to come.
Past presenters include:
2025 Back to School Conference
Kelly Mahler, OTD, OTR/L
Alex Thompson, B.A, CYC, Min Kin, B.ECE, MOT
Amy Laurent, PhD, OTR/L
Jacquelyn H. Fede, PhD
Jan Hollenbeck, OT, OTD, OTR, FAOTA
Margaret “Peggy” Morris, OTD, OTR/L, BCP
Jaime Spencer, MS, OTR/L
2024 Back to School Conference
Deborah Schwind, DHSc, OTR/L, BCP, SCSS, FAOTA
Adam Griffin, OTR
Kelli Fetter, MS, OTR/L, Certified Handwriting Specialist
Varleisha D. (Gibbs) Lyons, PhD, OTD, OTR/L, ASDCS
Lori Flynn
Amanda Gibbs, OTR/L, ASDCS
Abe Saffer, MPM
2023 Back to School Conference
Greg Santucci, MS, OTR
Monica Keen, OTD, OTR/L
Theresa Carlson Carroll, OTD, OTR/L, CLA
Susan Cahill, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA
Jayson Davies, MA, OTR/L
Emily Dassow, OTR/L
And more!
Register now to secure the lowest conference attendance rate!
Great Value!
This conference is designed for you as a school-based OT, and every session has been researched, vetted, and hand-selected by Jayson to be relevant for school-based OT practitioners looking to support students in the least restrictive environment.
Each presenter has exceptional experiences and demonstrates the ethical decision-making you expect from the OT Schoolhouse!
On top of a curated schedule of sessions, you will have the opportunity to earn 12 hours of professional development in just one weekend!
"Every SBOTP should Attend"
"Every school-based OT practitioner should attend the Back to School Conference to be informed about new ways to think about practicing.
In OT school, we don't spend nearly enough time on the nuances of school-based OT, and it is so valuable!!
I love learning the latest research and how to apply it, as well as how to expand our roles to move from a caseload to a workload framework.”
- Sandra James, OTR/L -
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Session Information
Interoception, Our Eighth Sense:
The Science of How We Uniquely Feel
Interoception is a crucial sensory system that allows us to perceive internal body signals, helping us identify and manage our feelings, such as anxiety or hunger.
This course will explore the latest research on interoception, its impact on neurodivergent students or those who have experienced trauma, and its relevance in the context of post-pandemic recovery. Participants will learn evidence-based strategies to enhance interoceptive awareness in three key areas: body, emotion, and action.
Self Regulation and Interoception in MTSS
This interactive and experiential workshop will help you re-imagine the delivery of programs to address self-regulation and interoception in the MTSS framework. Using strategies from nature-based research, we'll address how OT practitioners can use nature to impact self-regulation in the classroom
What's Energy Got to Do with It? Supporting Regulation in Affirming and Accessible Ways
This workshop will introduce regulation supports developed by Autism Level UP! Participants will have opportunities to apply the tools and strategies presented with opportunities to consider the tools for children with regulatory challenges that they teach or with whom they work, live and/or play.
Modifications for the supports will be discussed for individuals at a variety of developmental levels (e.g., students who are not yet communicating using words, those who are emerging language learners, and those who are conversational).
Empowering Futures:
Promoting Self-Determination and Preparing Students for Life
Occupational therapy practitioners play a vital role in preparing students with disabilities for meaningful, independent lives. Empowering Futures is designed to equip school-based OTPs with the knowledge and tools to promote self-determination, support post-secondary transition planning, and engage key stakeholders—students, families, and educational teams.
Grounded in IDEA’s purpose and best practices, this course emphasizes early, intentional, and inclusive approaches to building self-awareness, advocacy, and life skills from early childhood through age 22 and beyond. Participants will explore strategies for embedding life-readiness goals into everyday school experiences.
Respecting the Evidence: Handwriting & Advocacy for 2025
Current evidence strongly supports the notion that occupation-based approaches are the most effective for improving handwriting skills. It is essential to reflect on both the evidence and our current practices, as this reflection will guide us in creating an impactful script to share this important shift with others. Together we can close the gap in handwriting proficiency!
The time for action is now.
The OTP's Role in School-based Supporting Functional Vision Difficulties
This presentation will explore the critical role of school-based occupational therapists in identifying and supporting students with functional vision difficulties.
Participants will learn how to integrate vision support strategies within Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) to promote student success across all levels of intervention.
Register now to ensure access to all 6 growth-focused sessions!
Conference Objectives
Participants will:
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Describe how occupational therapy supports diverse learners’ engagement and participation in individual and classroom educational settings.
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Identify evidence-based strategies to enhance self-regulation, interoception, and functional skills that improve student occupational performance.
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Explain collaborative and inclusive approaches to promote self-determination, life readiness, and vision support within a multi-tiered system of support.
"What a great conference"
"What a great conference on expanding our collaborative practices in our school settings with all of our teams. I will definitely be using all of the tools, and strategies learned here with my students, teams, and schools!
Thank you to Jayson and all of the incredible speakers who presented and for their time, talents, and expertise!"
- Previous B2S Conference Attendee -
Audience & Education Level
The OT Schoolhouse Back To School Conference is intended for current school-based occupational therapy practitioners.
The conference consists of intermediate-level courses. No prerequisite courses are required, but one should have a general understanding of OT in the school setting or be interested in school-based OT as a practice setting.
2026 Conference Theme
OT for One, OT for ALL
At this year's Back to School Conference, we're highlighting the role of Occupational Therapy in enhancing learning for both individuals and groups.
Since 1976, OT practitioners have leaned heavily on individual services. But in today's world of education, we must be able to support individuals, groups, and entire classroom populations through the Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) framework.
By collaborating with educators, we can create an inclusive environment that addresses the diverse needs of students both on and off our caseload.
Get practical insights on effective handwriting techniques and early screening methods that help identify student needs. Together, we can provide targeted support that empowers every learner to thrive.
Join us in creating an educational environment where all students succeed! This conference is your opportunity to discover strategies that make a lasting impact.
Session Handouts & Replays
For each session, handouts will be made available to download and print prior to the start of the conference.
Participants will be able to download and print the slide and supplemental materials in the conference Portal one week before the conference.
Replays of each session will be available for four months. As a registered conference attendee, you will have access to the conference handouts, session video replays, and course community until November 30, 2025.
Community Engagement
What's a conference without the networking and sharing of ideas?
In addition to lively, interactive presentations, there will be designated times for live Q+A sessions with the presenters.
Likewise, we will have an online space dedicated to discussions related to the content of our guest speakers. You'll also have the opportunity to engage with other like-minded OTPs.
Join me and hundreds of other School-Based OTPs advancing our clinical skills
This conference is designed for you as a school-based OT practitioner.
Every speaker and presentation has been researched, vetted, and hand-selected to be relevant to the school-based OT practitioner who wants to help diverse learners access the least restrictive environment.
Each presenter has years of experience and has demonstrated the ethical decision-making you'd expect from the OT Schoolhouse!
At the OT Schoolhouse, we understand the intricacies of school-based OT and know the therapists and topics you want to learn more about.
Register now to secure your spot!
Important Dates
Conference Attendee Disclaimer/Agreement
By registering for or attending any event or activity associated with the OT Schoolhouse: Back To School Conference, I agree to the following:
Professional Development/Information Disclaimer
The Back to School Conference is a virtual event for professional development, networking, and OT Schoolhouse business purposes. The material presented is not intended to represent the only or the best methods appropriate for the occupational therapy and/or medical condition or professional development issues being discussed but rather is intended to present the opinions of the presenters, which may be helpful to other health care professionals at arriving at their own conclusions and consequent application. In order to earn a certificate of completion for each session, attendees will be required to watch speaker-led sessions and pass a proficiency quiz for each session with a score of 75% or greater.
Financial and Non-financial Disclaimers
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Jayson Davies owns Schoolhouse Education, LLC, the parent company of the OT Schoolhouse.
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Speakers at the Back to School Conference are paid for their professional presentation.
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Speakers may discuss other programs with which they are affiliated and earn a commission and/or other compensation.
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Speakers may be affiliates for the Back to School Conference and may earn a commission when learners register for the Back to School Conference.
Public Relations Agreement
Registration and attendance at, or participation in, Back To School Conference meetings and other activities constitutes an agreement by the registrant for Schoolhouse Education, LLC’s use and distribution (both now and in the future) of the registrant or attendee’s image, voice, and survey responses in photographs, videotapes, electronic/print reproductions, and audiotapes of such events and activities.
Waiver of Liability Agreement
I release the Back to School Conference, Schoolhouse Education, LLC, OT School House, and its staff, presenters, and any other individuals or entities associated with the Back To School Conference from any and all liability connected with my participation, as well as from any liability related to changes to the schedule, events or activities. I acknowledge and agree that I am participating on my own choice and assume all risk in connection thereof and that in the event that a need for emergency medical service arises, I authorize and consent to such services being provided at my own expense. Attendees participating in this professional development education program do so with full knowledge that they waive any claim they may have against the Back to School Conference, Schoolhouse Education, LLC, and OT Schoolhouse and its staff or representatives for reliance on any information presented during these educational activities.
Refund Policy
If Schoolhouse Education, LLC receives notice of cancellation before the start of the conference, a refund, less $50 per person administrative fee, will be issued. Refunds will not be processed until after the conference. Request a refund.
Cancelation Policy
In the event that Schoolhouse Education, LLC cancels the event for any reason, participants will be offered the choice of a full refund or, when applicable, a credit toward the rescheduled event.
Purchase Order & Group Registration
Schoolhouse Education, LLC welcomes Purchase Orders (POs) and Group orders for the Back to School Conference. You may submit a purchase order here. A W-9 can also be found on the purchase order submission page.
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