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
September 15, 2025
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.
September 15, 2025
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.
August 6, 2025
This fact sheet provides strategies for families to help students succeed and graduate from high school.
Also available in Spanish.
August 6, 2025
This fact sheet provides strategies for families to help students succeed and graduate from high school. (Spanish version).
Also available in English.
July 23, 2025
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.
July 9, 2025
The APR: Career Exploration Publication Series offers valuable insights into the various professional roles in special education and can educate students on potential career paths. Visit the
APR Repository to learn more about Pennsylvania's APR initiative.
This bundle includes factsheets that explore the roles of an
Accessible Media Producer (AMP), Adapted Physical Education (APE) Teacher,
Assistive Technology (AT) and
Behavior Specialists, Educational
Audiologist and
Interpreter,
Job Coach,
Occupational (OTP) and
Physical (PTP) Therapy Practitioners,
O&M Specialist,
Paraprofessional, School
Social Worker and
Psychologist,
Special Education Teacher,
Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP),
Teacher of the Deaf (ToD), and Teachers of Students with
Visual Impairments (TVI) and
Low Incidence Disabilities.
To order multiple bundles, type the quantity in the box and click the "Add to Cart" button. You can alter the quantity of individual issues by clicking "My Cart" and editing the quantity for each issue.
June 17, 2025
This flyer details the purpose, duties, and other information about the Special Education Advisory Panel (SEAP).
April 23, 2025
In the first 30 days on the job, special education administrators should focus on several key areas to ensure a smooth transition and effective leadership. The First 30 Days is a new PaTTAN and APR resource designed to help you prioritize your efforts during the first month on the job.
April 11, 2025
This double-sided publication in English and Spanish was designed for families, including families of students with disabilities. It provides strategies to increase students' chances of graduating from high school and decrease their chances of dropping out.
March 20, 2025
Are you affirming racial, cultural, and linguistic identities to foster positive outcomes for your most marginalized students? Use this double-sided checklist in English and Spanish to implement the A-B-Cs of Welcoming and Affirming Environments!