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Therapies in the School - Excellence in Practice Award 2026

ERI would like to honor one exceptional provider for their inspiring and impactful contribution to school-based practice, with a scholarship of free tuition to ERI’s 27th Annual Therapies in the School Conference. We are looking for a therapist who is a leader, innovator, mentor and/or collaborator dedicated to improving student well-being and success.

Nominees should possess strong clinical reasoning skills for evaluations and interventions that meet student needs, particularly in efficacious, evidence-based, collaborative ways. In addition, they should demonstrate creative problem solving and a drive to positively address challenges facing students, school teams, families and colleagues.

You may nominate yourself or colleague(s) – or both!

Nomination Criteria:
  • The nominee must be an occupational therapy, physical therapy, or speech language pathology provider.
  • The nominee must currently practice therapy in the school setting.
  • The nominee must demonstrate the core values of collaboration, leadership, integrity, and a passion for improving the lives of children.

Applications are due by Monday, September 14, 2026.
1.Your full name
2.Your email
3.Name of nominee
4.Nominee's Email
5.Nominee's discipline
6.Nominee's number of years in practice
7.Why does the nominee deserve to win this award? Be sure to include detailed information so the committee can fully envision how this nominee demonstrates Excellence in Practice.
8.Provide 2-3 examples of how the nominee's expertise and excellence during student evaluations and/or intervention services with students and school personnel contribute to positive outcomes for students.
9.Describe a time when the nominee has contributed to creative and collaborative solutions for students, school teams and/or colleagues to improve skills, participation or their sense of connection and belonging within in the school setting.
10.How did you hear about this award? Please check all that apply.