Welcome To MASPOT

The Michigan Alliance of School Physical and Occupational Therapists is an
organization of OTs and PTs who work within the Michigan School system.

Organized in 1976, it is designed to meet the unique needs of school therapists,
and provide a vital link between the medical and
educational communities.

 OTs and PTs have served the educational system in Michigan for many years.
The passage of the Special Education state and federal laws defined
OT and PT as related services available to students with disabilities.

What Does MASPOT Do?

Interact with the State Department of Education concerning therapy issues.

Give input into revisions of legislation/rulings concerning Special Education.

Participate as a member of CAUSE (Citizens Alliance to Uphold Special Education).
This group of consumers and providers of Special Education services is designed to
uphold Special Education. Other members include groups such as CEC, PAM, MEA, and MACLD.

Develop publications for administrators and therapists.

Provide workshops for OTs and PTs - emphasizing school-related topics.

Provide a supportive network for OTs and PTs to facilitate the exchange of information and expertise.

MASPOT Mission Statement

We are committed to providing educational opportunities and resources to members,
to providing input to the state legislature regarding educational and therapy issues, to disseminating information from the state level to members, and to improving the delivery of therapy services to students in the state of Michigan.