typical schedule for school-based placement during clinicals

[u/mobsauce]

hi all! i am about to enter tri 3 of my slp grad program (based in socal) and found out late last week that i will be placed at a school. so far, i have not been paired with an SLP and have no idea what my schedule will be, what school i'll be at, what grade, etc.

so my question is: what are the general expectations for the number of hours and days an intern should be present? my program hasn't done a great job preparing us (i.e., my trimester starts next tuesday 9/8 and i still dont know any information other than my placement is in a school district) so my anxiety is pushing me to reddit for answers.

the district is over an hour away from where i live with traffic and so i just want to have an idea of what my schedule will be before it begins. i know these placements all vary across states and districts, so just looking for a very general outline. any info (or advice?) is appreciated!!

[u/dustynails22]

Look up the bell schedule of the school and assume you will be there 30 minutes before the kids, and at least 30 minutes after they leave (but more like 60-90 minutes).