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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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The Delivery of Effective Related Services
September 26, 2024

The Delivery of Effective Related Services

This publication describes the fundamentals to ensuring the effective delivery of related services.
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.
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.
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).
Pennsylvania Special Education Advisory Panel (SEAP)
March 11, 2024

Pennsylvania Special Education Advisory Panel (SEAP)

This flyer details the purpose, duties, and other information about the Special Education Advisory Panel (SEAP).

Also available in Spanish.
Extended School Year Services in Pennsylvania
December 7, 2023

Extended School Year Services in Pennsylvania

This guide contains a comprehensive compilation of documents that will provide direction, respond to questions, and guide parents and local education agencies in making determinations about ESY services.
Teachers' Desk Reference: Preparing for an IEP Team Meeting
September 28, 2023

Teachers' Desk Reference: Preparing for an IEP Team Meeting

Teachers are integral members of the Individualized Education Program (IEP)team and may be responsible to lead activities related to planning and gathering information for the IEP meeting. This Teachers’ Desk Reference provides information to assist teachers in following established timelines and procedures. This publication also offers tips to help teachers organize preparation tasks that result in sound IEPs that meet state and federal regulations.

Click here to order the entire Teachers' Desk Reference series in a convenient bundle.
Pennsylvania State Performance Plan (SPP): Part B Indicators
September 28, 2023

Pennsylvania State Performance Plan (SPP): Part B Indicators

This handy publication lists Part B SPP Indicators in English on one side, and Part B SPP Indicators in Spanish on the reverse side.

Teachers' Desk Reference: Chapter 15/Section 504 Services
July 30, 2023

Teachers' Desk Reference: Chapter 15/Section 504 Services

This Teachers’ Desk Reference defines the legal requirements for Chapter 15/Section 504 services, explains how students are determined eligible for Chapter 15/Section 504 services, and describes the teacher’s role in educating students who receive these services.

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



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