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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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Engaging Families in the IEP Process: A Guide for Schools
July 20, 2023

Engaging Families in the IEP Process: A Guide for Schools

This document explores how schools can reframe the IEP process and take active steps to include families as educational partners. When families are not just involved, but actively engaged, students achieve better grades, higher test scores, and increased graduation rates.

A family-friendly explanation of each section of the IEP is included, as well as considerations and conversation starters for use at the IEP team meeting.

Do You Know About the SAAFP? (Summary of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance)
July 19, 2023

Do You Know About the SAAFP? (Summary of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance)

This publication provides information about the Summary of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance (SAAFP), which is a document that is provided to student and their parents at the conclusion of students’ high school education. The SAAFP is designed to be a useful and relevant document to assist students in the transition from high school to higher education, training, employment, and independent living.
 
BrainSTEPS - Return to Learn After Concussion: Recommended Protocol
July 19, 2023

BrainSTEPS - Return to Learn After Concussion: Recommended Protocol

The purpose of this Return to School Protocol is to assist local educational agencies (LEAs) in understanding the importance of monitoring a student’s return to academics following a concussion.
Communicating With and About People With Disabilities
July 19, 2023

Communicating With and About People With Disabilities

This publication describes how appropriate communication can emphasize a student’s value and potential.

 
Teachers' Desk Reference: Communicating With Families
June 23, 2023

Teachers' Desk Reference: Communicating With Families

This issue of Teachers' Desk Reference offers communication tips for developing effective family-teacher communication. Available in a convenient bundle.
Teachers' Desk Reference: Concussion (Mild Traumatic Brain Injury)
June 23, 2023

Teachers' Desk Reference: Concussion (Mild Traumatic Brain Injury)

This Teachers’ Desk Reference provides information about traumatic brain injury (TBI), specifically concussion, and the potential effects of TBI on a student’s behavior and academic performance. Also available in Spanish. Available in a convenient bundle.
Teachers' Desk Reference: Formative Assessment
June 23, 2023

Teachers' Desk Reference: Formative Assessment

This issue of Teachers' Desk Reference focuses on classroom-based assessment that allows teachers to monitor and adjust their instructional practice to meet the individual needs of students. Available in a convenient bundle.
Teachers' Desk Reference: Using Instructional Time Effectively
May 25, 2023

Teachers' Desk Reference: Using Instructional Time Effectively

This issue of Teachers' Desk Reference provides teachers with strategies for efficient and effective use of engaged time to increase the amount of time that students experience successful academic learning. Available in a convenient bundle.
Teachers' Desk Reference: Extended School Year (ESY)
May 24, 2023

Teachers' Desk Reference: Extended School Year (ESY)

This issue of Teachers' Desk Reference explains the process the Individualized Education Program (IEP) team utilizes to determine the eligibility for Extended School Year (ESY) services for students with disabilities who receive special education services. Available in a convenient bundle.
Help Me Grow (Spanish)
May 16, 2023

Help Me Grow (Spanish)

This Early Intervention child find brochure is a statewide public awareness document that can be utilized by all Infant/Toddler programs. It includes information describing Early Intervention tracking services. The brochure can be used with early care and education providers, physicians, and other child referral agencies. Requests for copies are available through Early Intervention Technical Assistance (EITA) at eita@pattan.net.
 
Also available in English.



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