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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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What Families Need to Know About Manifestation Determination
October 7, 2025

What Families Need to Know About Manifestation Determination

School staff are trained to understand how a student’s disability might affect their actions and to use strategies like calming techniques, positive behavior supports, and clear expectations and routines to help them be successful in school. Even with these strategies in place, a student’s behavior can lead to a disciplinary change in placement. When that happens, the school must conduct a manifestation determination meeting to determine whether the behavior was related to the student’s disability.
Special Education Advisory Panel (SEAP) 2024-2025 Annual Report (Full)
October 7, 2025

Special Education Advisory Panel (SEAP) 2024-2025 Annual Report (Full)

This report provides a description of the activities, discussions, and recommendations of the Pennsylvania Special Education Advisory Panel (SEAP) for the 2024-2025 meeting year.

School District Re-entry Plans Resource Guide
September 29, 2025

School District Re-entry Plans Resource Guide

In public schools across Pennsylvania, students may face extended absences due to physical or mental health challenges, disciplinary issues, family responsibilities, or other life events. When these students return, they are not simply re-entering a classroom; they are rejoining a community. This Re-entry Plans Resource Guide is designed to support Pennsylvania educators in helping students successfully transition back to school after a significant absence.
Teachers' Desk Reference: Teachers and Special Education Paraprofessionals Working as a Team
September 26, 2025

Teachers' Desk Reference: Teachers and Special Education Paraprofessionals Working as a Team

This issue of Teachers’ Desk Reference focuses on ways that teachers, instructional paraprofessionals, and other personnel can blend their respective talents and expertise to advance student success. This publication is available in a bundle.
APR: A Comparative Guide to Obtaining a Special Education Emergency Permit and Intern Certification
September 23, 2025

APR: A Comparative Guide to Obtaining a Special Education Emergency Permit and Intern Certification

In Pennsylvania, individuals can begin teaching special education while working toward full certification. This comparitive guide highlights key requirements and distinctions between an Emergency Permit Type 01 and Intern Certification.
Special Education Advisory Panel (SEAP) 2024-2025 Annual Report (Summary)
September 15, 2025

Special Education Advisory Panel (SEAP) 2024-2025 Annual Report (Summary)

This summary report provides a description of the activities, discussions, and recommendations of the Pennsylvania Special Education Advisory Panel (SEAP) for the 2024-2025 meeting year.

Maximizing School Psychological Services to Improve Outcomes
August 26, 2025

Maximizing School Psychological Services to Improve Outcomes

How can administrators and school psychologists collaborate to design a comprehensive, preventive model of school psychological services in an era of staff shortages? (Pennsylvania Department of Education, 2024). This publication outlines how school psychological services can be leveraged to deliver a wide range of prevention and intervention services within the school system, ultimately impacting and meeting the needs of more students.
Psychological Counseling as a Related Service
August 18, 2025

Psychological Counseling as a Related Service

This guidance document is designed to provide local educational agencies (LEAs) with the information needed to identify students who are eligible for Psychological Counseling as a Related Service, to implement these services, and to monitor students' progress as they receive the services.
APR: Is a Career as a Paraprofessional Right for You?
August 6, 2025

APR: Is a Career as a Paraprofessional 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 a Paraprofessional, such as daily responsibilities and the skills required for success. Visit the APR Repository to learn more about Pennsylvania's APR initiative.
CAPS: Helping Students Succeed and Graduate From High School - Strategies for Families
August 6, 2025

CAPS: Helping Students Succeed and Graduate From High School - Strategies for Families

This fact sheet provides strategies for families to help students succeed and graduate from high school. Also available in Spanish.



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