Publications
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.
Handouts Instructional Materials Other Resources
May 12, 2021
This booklet explains how to request Early Intervention services; eligibility criteria; rights and responsibilities; individualized family service planning for ages birth to three; and individualized education planning for ages three to school age. Requests for copies are available through Early Intervention Technical Assistance (EITA) at
eita@pattan.net.
Also available in Spanish.
May 12, 2021
This booklet explains how to request Early Intervention services; eligibility criteria; rights and responsibilities; individualized family service planning for ages birth to three; and individualized education planning for ages three to school age. Requests for copies are available through Early Intervention Technical Assistance (EITA) at
eita@pattan.net.
Also available in English.
May 12, 2021
This fact sheet describes how the early intervention system works and how early education providers can help young children and their families get the help they need. Please note: This publication is the updated version of "The Child Care Provider's Guide to Early Intervention Services in Pennsylvania."
May 12, 2021
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.
May 5, 2021
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. This resource has been updated for the 2020-21 school year and replaces the previously released PASA Parent Guide. Spanish version.
Also available in
English and
Vietnamese.
May 5, 2021
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. This resource has been updated for the 2020-21 school year and replaces the previously released PASA Parent Guide. Vietnamese version.
Also available in
English and
Spanish.
May 4, 2021
This guide provides information that is specific to local educational agencies (LEAs) in Pennsylvania about the elements of effective AT acquisition and funding.
May 4, 2021
Appropriate assistive technology (AT) devices and services can allow students with disabilities to participate in and benefit from the general education curriculum and to meet Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals. The purpose of this brochure is to provide guidance to the special educators, related service providers, and parents as they develop Individual Education Programs (IEP) for students using assistive technology.
Also available in Spanish.
December 1, 2023
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.