Preplanning the physical set-up of the classroom, removing extraneous distractions, having visual cues (day's events, bell schedules), planning consistent classroom management strategies, and planning transitions will all help to reduce sensory overload, help fill potential memory gaps, and reduce stress.

We would like your input. Our list of topics for this section includes:

• setting up the classroom environment
• lighting
• watching for cues re. overload
• hallways
• music/P.E. issues
• developing routines
• maintaining consistency (consequences, patterns, etc)
• learning about the learner - family, supports, learning styles, background, school files
• using visual cues
• planning for transitions
• teaching transitions
• assessing student strengths and needs 

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