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New-to-School Scholarship ~Therapies in the School Conference 2026

ERI would like to celebrate the curiosity and resilience of one school-based therapy provider at the
27th Annual Therapies in the School Conference with the New-to-School Scholarship. This award provides
free registration to the full, 2-day virtual event, where the recipient will join with hundreds of fellow therapy providers dedicated to the well-being and success of their students. This award helps emerging leaders in the early stage of their school-based career further advance with professional development and CE tailored to the unique needs of the school setting.

Nominees should have a strong drive to expand their knowledge and skills to effectively meet students' needs; actively collaborate with IEP teams; and enhance meaningful student outcomes. They may be newly graduated and licensed or in the first few years of school-based practice after transitioning from another setting.

You may nominate yourself, your colleague(s) – or both!
Nomination Criteria:
  • The nominee must be an occupational therapist, physical therapist, speech language pathologist, or OT/PT/SLP assistant.
  • The nominee must currently practice in the school setting.
  • The nominee must demonstrate the core values of collaboration, integrity, and a passion for improving the lives of children.


Applications are due by Monday, September 14, 2026.
1.Your full name(Required.)
2.Your email(Required.)
3.Name of nominee(Required.)
4.Nominee's Email(Required.)
5.Nominee's discipline(Required.)
6.Nominee's number of years in school-based practice(Required.)
7.Why does the nominee deserve to win this award? Be sure to include detailed examples so the committee can fully envision how the nominee is curious, resilient and committed to their professional growth and development.(Required.)
8.Choose ONE of the following, then describe how the nominee demonstrates this value in their work with students, school teams and/or colleagues.(Required.)
9.How did you hear about this award? Please check all that apply.(Required.)