Clarify up front what to do in unusual cases like this or in medical emergencies. If any circumstances arise about which you are not clear, consult your practitioner and college supervisor before acting. If circumstances and time do not allow, you are left to your own best judgment guided by the cocern for the child's welfare. When in doubt call the nearest full-time teacher. You must know where your students are at all times.
Attendance is therefore an important issue to attend to.
If you are given homeroom responsibilities, remember the homeroom record book is an important legal document which should be kept with care. Be sure to acquaint yourself with the special education plans of any students in your classes. A meeting with one of the guidance counselors or speical ed. You may arrange with your practitioner to leave early on the days when meetings are required at the college. After that we can communicate between visits by phone on a more informal basis.