Sensory-Friendly Environments in Schools

Authors

• Jocelyn A. Ashworth, University of St. Augustine for Health SciencesFollow
• Rebecca King, University of St. Augustine for Health SciencesFollow

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Description

Sensory-Friendly Environments in Schools focuses on strengthening sensory-motor lab use and building educator understanding to support students with sensory processing difficulties. Implemented at Sparta Elementary School within Belton ISD, with the goal to enhance students' regulation, attention, and participation in daily school activities by equipping educators with practical, sustainable sensory strategies.

Publication Date

Spring 4-23-2026

Publisher

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Keywords

Emotional regulation, Environment design, Teacher training, Students, Personal satisfaction, Occupational therapy

Medical Subject Headings

Emotional regulation, Environment design, Teacher training, Students, Personal satisfaction, Occupational therapy

Disciplines

Medicine and Health Sciences | Occupational Therapy

Comments

Poster presented at the OTD Capstone Symposium held at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences April 23, 2026.

Recommended Citation

Ashworth, J. A., & King, R. (2026, April 23). Sensory-Friendly Environments in Schools. Poster presented at the Virtual OTD Capstone Symposium, University of St Augustine for Health Sciences. Retrieved from https://soar.usa.edu/otdcapstonesspring2026/39