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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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Pennsylvania Secondary Transition Roadmap
July 23, 2024

Pennsylvania Secondary Transition Roadmap

The Roadmap illustrates how the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE), the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR), and the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) systems can work together to ensure the best outcomes for students. This publication accompanies the Connecting for Employment Training Series. This publication is also available in Spanish.
Teachers' Desk Reference: Your Role on Data Analysis Teams
July 22, 2024

Teachers' Desk Reference: Your Role on Data Analysis Teams

This issue of Teachers' Desk Reference reviews the data-based decision-making process in guiding classroom instruction and the teacher's role in the process.

Click here to order the entire Teachers' Desk Reference series in a convenient bundle.
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.

PASA Eligibility Criteria: Decision Making Companion Tool
June 26, 2024

PASA Eligibility Criteria: Decision Making Companion Tool

The PASA Eligibility Criteria: Decision Making Companion Tool is a resource provided to individualized education program (IEP) teams in Pennsylvania to assist in determining eligibility for the Pennsylvania Alternate System of Assessment (PASA).
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?

The APR: Career Exploration Series offers valuable insights into the various professional roles in special education and can educate students on potential career paths. This fact sheet highlights key aspects of an Educational Interpreter, such as daily responsibilities and the skills required for success. Visit the APR Repository 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.
Education ABCs
June 7, 2024

Education ABCs

This card identifies commonly used acronyms and initialisms used in the field of special education.
Special Education for School-Age Children in Pennsylvania: A Guide for Families
June 5, 2024

Special Education for School-Age Children in Pennsylvania: A Guide for Families

This guide for families of children receiving special education in Pennsylvania outlines how a child's need for special education is determined, how a child's educational program is developed, the responsibilities and protections guaranteed to caregivers and children, and the resources available to families of a child with disabilities. [Also available in Spanish].

Please note: This publication has had a title change. This was previously known as Pennsylvania Parent Guide to Special Education for School-Age Children. 

Answering Special Considerations for Students Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired
June 4, 2024

Answering Special Considerations for Students Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired

This publication addresses how the Learning Media Assessment is used to help individualized education program (IEP) teams when developing IEPs for students who are blind or visually impaired.
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).



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