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.

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July 19, 2023

Communicating With and About People With Disabilities

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

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.

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.

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.

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. Available in a convenient bundle.

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.

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.

May 16, 2023

Help Me Grow (Spanish)

(Spanish Version) 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. Also available in English. Requests for copies are available through Early Intervention Technical Assistance (EITA) at eita@pattan.net.

May 16, 2023

Early Intervention Brochure (Spanish)

(Spanish Version) This Early Intervention child find and family information brochure is for statewide public awareness. It includes common language to describe Early Intervention so parents know that their child receives Early Intervention services regardless of where they live throughout the state. The brochure can be used by any child find referral source for public awareness activities. Also available in English. Requests for copies are available through Early Intervention Technical Assistance (EITA) at eita@pattan.net.

April 28, 2023

Considerations for Educating Students With CVI: The Learning Environment (Spanish)

(Spanish Version) Students with cortical/cerebral visual impairment (CVI) have unique learning needs that differ in complexity from students with an ocular visual impairment. This tool facilitates team discussion and problem-solving, and offers practical ideas to implement throughout the school day, with the intent to promote a student’s access to instruction in a positive learning environment. Also available in English and Dutch.

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Phone: 800-441-3215

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