Publications

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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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Family Connections for Language and Learning
March 11, 2021

Family Connections for Language and Learning

This publication provides information on the Family Connections for Language and Learning program made up of a team of experienced parents of children who are deaf or hard of hearing and deaf/ hard of hearing adults. It can help families navigate the Early Intervention system and explore communication opportunities for their child.

This publication is also available in Spanish.
Family Connections for Language and Learning (Spanish)
May 12, 2021

Family Connections for Language and Learning (Spanish)

This publication provides information on the Family Connections for Language and Learning program made up of a team of experienced parents of children who are deaf or hard of hearing and deaf/ hard of hearing adults. It can help families navigate the Early Intervention system and explore communication opportunities for their child.

This publication is also available in English.
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:

Education ABCs
Is Your Child Having Difficulty in School? A Guide to Communicating With School Staff
Parents' Rights: Understanding the Procedural Safeguards Notice
PaTTAN Family Support Specialists
Special Education for School-Age Children in Pennsylvania: A Guide for Families
Special Education Timelines
Understanding the Language of Special Education: A Glossary for Families and Educators

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.

Fit and Healthy for Life: Physical Education for Students With Disabilities
September 19, 2023

Fit and Healthy for Life: Physical Education for Students With Disabilities

This publication explains adapted physical education and its requirements as defined by the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) of 2004.
Formative Assessment: Monitoring the Progress of Students with IEPs
October 1, 2018

Formative Assessment: Monitoring the Progress of Students with IEPs

Progress monitoring is the ongoing process of collecting and analyzing data to determine student progress toward attainment of educational goals. This fact sheet outlines the seven steps of progress monitoring.
Framework for Access and Belonging (FAB)
April 13, 2023

Framework for Access and Belonging (FAB)

The Framework for Access and Belonging (FAB) is a structured process to analyze the instructional, physical, and social environment of a general education setting from the perspective of an individual student. The intended outcome of using the FAB is to have an implementation plan, through the use of supplementary aids and services, that expands participation and learning for a student with a disability. Also available in Spanish.
Framework for Access and Belonging (FAB) (Spanish)
March 22, 2024

Framework for Access and Belonging (FAB) (Spanish)

The Framework for Access and Belonging (FAB) is a structured process to analyze the instructional, physical, and social environment of a general education setting from the perspective of an individual student. The intended outcome of using the FAB is to have an implementation plan, through the use of supplementary aids and services, that expands participation and learning for a student with a disability. Spanish version. Also available in English.
Framework for Access and Belonging (FAB): A Guide for Schools
December 17, 2024

Framework for Access and Belonging (FAB): A Guide for Schools

The Framework for Access and Belonging (FAB) With Supplementary Aids and Services: A Guide for Schools
This tip sheet provides information about the FAB, a structured and collaborative process used to identify a student goal for inclusion.
Framework for Access and Belonging (FAB): A Tip Sheet for Families and Family Organizations
December 9, 2024

Framework for Access and Belonging (FAB): A Tip Sheet for Families and Family Organizations

The Framework for Access and Belonging (FAB) With Supplementary Aids and Services: A Tip Sheet for Families and Family Organizations
This tip sheet provides information about the FAB, a tool used to identify an access and/or belonging priority to expand participation and learning for a child with a disability.
Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) Process
December 1, 2023

Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) Process

Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) is a process of gathering information to understand the function (purpose) of behavior in order to write an effective Positive Behavior Support Plan. This publication explains the FBA process and includes a worksheet, which walks IEP teams through the steps of the process. Also available in Spanish.



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