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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 First 30 Days: Supporting New Special Education Administrators in Pennsylvania
April 23, 2025

The First 30 Days: Supporting New Special Education Administrators in Pennsylvania

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.
CAPS: How Can Families Support Students to Graduate? Check the A-B-Cs!
April 11, 2025

CAPS: How Can Families Support Students to Graduate? Check the A-B-Cs!

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.

APR: Career Exploration Series Bundle
March 21, 2025

APR: Career Exploration Series Bundle

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, Occupational (OTP) and Physical (PTP) Therapy Practitioners, O&M Specialist, Paraprofessional, School Social Worker, Special Education Teacher, Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), Teacher of the Deaf (ToD), and Teachers of Students with Visual Impairments (TVI) and Low Incidence Disabilities.
 
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CAPS: Implement the A-B-Cs of Welcoming and Affirming Environments!
March 20, 2025

CAPS: Implement the A-B-Cs of Welcoming and Affirming Environments!

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!
 
Extended School Year (ESY) Services in Pennsylvania
February 21, 2025

Extended School Year (ESY) 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.
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).
CAPS: Helping Students Succeed and Graduate From High School - Strategies for Families
March 26, 2024

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.
CAPS: Helping Students Succeed and Graduate From High School - Strategies for Families (Spanish)
March 26, 2024

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

This fact sheet provides strategies for families to help students succeed and graduate from high school. (Spanish version).

Also available in English.
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.



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