Cerebral Palsy is caused by an injury to the brain, which may have occurred before, during, or shortly after birth.  The injury results in disorders of posture or movements.  Manifestations may include involuntary muscle control, contractions, rigidity, spasms, poor coordination, balance or spatial relations.  Visual, auditory, speech, hand-function, convulsive disorders and mobility problems might also occur.  For appropriate classroom accommodations, refer to the sections on speech, visual and physical impairments.