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At PaTTAN, our goal is to provide educators with a breadth of publications that are grounded in proven best practices and a deep research base, reflecting a commitment to school improvement. PaTTAN offers publications on a variety of topics, all focused on improving educational results for students with and without disabilities.

Whether you are just starting out in the field of education, or you want to improve upon the work you and your team are already doing, let PaTTAN support you with the expertise of our educational consultants. Pennsylvania educators, school administrators, and families can view, download, and order PaTTAN publications mailed to their school or home. 

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Parents' Rights: Understanding the Procedural Safeguards Notice
July 22, 2024

Parents' Rights: Understanding the Procedural Safeguards Notice

This brochure provides a summary of the rights of parents whose children receive or may be eligible to receive special education services.

Also available in Spanish.
The Pennsylvania Alternate System of Assessment (PASA): Answers to Questions Frequently Asked by Families
July 22, 2024

The Pennsylvania Alternate System of Assessment (PASA): Answers to Questions Frequently Asked by Families

The PASA: Answers to Questions Frequently Asked by Families is a resource intended for families and educational teams to assist in understanding information specific to the Pennsylvania Alternate System of Assessment.

Also available in Spanish and Vietnamese.
Family’s Quick Start Guide to Special Education Bundle
July 8, 2024

Family’s Quick Start Guide to Special Education Bundle

Do you or someone you know have a child that qualifies for special education, but doesn't know where to start? This bundle includes several different publications that provide essential, comprehendible information to families who are new to special education! Included in this bundle are the following publications:

To order multiple bundles, type the quantity in the box and click the "Add to Cart" button. You can alter the quantity of individual issues by clicking "My Cart" and editing the quantity for each issue.

APR: Is a Career as an Educational Interpreter Right for You?
June 26, 2024

APR: Is a Career as an Educational Interpreter Right for You?

In alignment with Pennsylvania’s dedication to Attracting, Preparing, and Retaining practitioners in education, specifically in special education, this publication was developed for those interested in learning more or pursuing a career as an Educational Interpreter. An educational interpreter uses sign language and spoken language to provide communication access for a student who is deaf or hard of hearing, in their educational setting. 

Click here to learn more about Pennsylvania's APR initiative. 
Reevaluation Process for Students with Disabilities
June 17, 2024

Reevaluation Process for Students with Disabilities

This fact sheet describes the steps involved in the reevaluation process for students with disabilities in accordance with IDEA 2004 and the IDEA 2006 regulations.
APR: Steps to Obtaining a Pennsylvania Special Education Teaching Certificate
June 11, 2024

APR: Steps to Obtaining a Pennsylvania Special Education Teaching Certificate

Are you or someone you know interested in earning a bachelor’s degree and becoming a special education teacher? This infographic explains the steps to take in order to obtain a special education instructional I certification in Pennsylvania.
Education ABCs
June 7, 2024

Education ABCs

This card identifies commonly used acronyms and initialisms used in the field of special education.
Special Education Timelines
May 30, 2024

Special Education Timelines

This booklet cites the special education timelines in accordance with the requirements of Pennsylvania law -  Chapter 14 Special Education Services and Programs and Federal Regulations Part 300, and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
PaTTAN Family Support Specialists
May 16, 2024

PaTTAN Family Support Specialists

This fact sheet provides an overview of PaTTAN Family Support Specialists who are trained in various aspects of special education and family-school partnerships.



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