Return to Learn

Academic demands pose unique challenges for students with a head injury. Changes in thinking skills may impact learning and social interaction. Physical symptoms like headache and noise sensitivity may make it difficult for the student to attend school. “Return to Learn” is a common phrase used to label processes used to help students return to school successfully.

Who should be involved with return to school?

• Physician:

• School nurse: Monitor the student’s symptoms at school and communicates with parents/the physician/etc.

• Academic advisor

• Teachers and coaches:

• Concussion team

When should the student return to school?

What should the student expect?

How can teachers and parents help?

What if the student needs more help?

• Speech-language pathologist

• Academic plans

  • 504 plan

  • IEP

• Disabilities office

Sources and more resources:

• Center for Disease Control: Returning to School after a Concussion

• Brain Injury Association: Return to Learn