Sensory hallways are back in the halls of Gaynor! The goal of the sensory hallway is to provide quick movement opportunities near the classroom, as kids learn best when they are able to move periodically throughout the day. The best part is that the students love going through the course and use it at every opportunity!
This movement outlet has been useful in past years, but is especially important now, as general mobility throughout the school is more limited due to COVID restrictions.
These stations, which were created by the Occupational Therapy department, are located throughout both the North and South buildings, can be used during transitions and as targeted movement breaks when students are having difficulty focusing or are squirming in their seats.
Teachers are encouraged to use it in conjunction with the RULER program to build student awareness in determining whether the exercises have had a beneficial effect.
Here’s a taste of the Sensory Hallway Stations:
Foot jump:
Hopscotch:
Squat Jumps:
Jumping Jacks:
High Knees:
Cross Crawl (knee to opposite elbow):
