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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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Special Education Timelines (Spanish)
January 13, 2026

Special Education Timelines (Spanish)

(Spanish Version) 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). Also available in English.
Special Education Timelines
January 13, 2026

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). Also available in Spanish.
A Multi-Tiered Approach to School Discipline: An Expanded Guide
January 8, 2026

A Multi-Tiered Approach to School Discipline: An Expanded Guide

A Multi-Tiered Approach to School Discipline: An Expanded Guide to Proactive Strategies to Reduce Exclusionary Practices

This document is an extension of the January 2024 PaTTAN publication, A Multi-Tiered Approach to School Discipline: Proactive Strategies to Reduce Exclusionary Practice. This resource guide is intended to support school teams in planning and developing a robust, multi-tiered system of support. Recognizing that each school is unique, PaTTAN does not endorse specific strategies or programs, and encourages schools to collaborate with their local intermediate unit and/or PaTTAN regional office for additional information and support.
Families to the MAX Tip Sheet: Access to the General Education Curriculum
January 6, 2026

Families to the MAX Tip Sheet: Access to the General Education Curriculum

Regardless of a child’s placement, having access to the general education curriculum is a requirement of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). This publication presents ways to provide access to the general education curriculum for students with disabilities. Also available in Spanish.
Families to the MAX Tip Sheet: Access to the General Education Curriculum (Spanish)
January 6, 2026

Families to the MAX Tip Sheet: Access to the General Education Curriculum (Spanish)

Regardless of a child’s placement, having access to the general education curriculum is a requirement of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). This publication presents ways to provide access to the general education curriculum for students with disabilities. Spanish version. Also available in English.
Families to the MAX Tip Sheet: Behavior
January 6, 2026

Families to the MAX Tip Sheet: Behavior

Challenging behavior and intense emotional responses can cause distress for children and adolescents, as well as their families. This tip sheet lists ways to understand children's behavior in order to better support them in the classroom and beyond. Also available in Spanish.

Families to the MAX Tip Sheet: Behavior (Spanish)
January 6, 2026

Families to the MAX Tip Sheet: Behavior (Spanish)

Challenging behavior and intense emotional responses can cause distress for children and adolescents, as well as their families. This tip sheet lists ways to understand children's behavior in order to better support them in the classroom and beyond. Spanish version. Also available in English.

Families to the MAX Tip Sheet: Presuming Competence (Spanish)
January 6, 2026

Families to the MAX Tip Sheet: Presuming Competence (Spanish)

This tip sheet lists ways to reflect "presuming competence" in the Individualized Education Program. Spanish version. Also available in English.
 
Families to the MAX Tip Sheet: Presuming Competence
January 6, 2026

Families to the MAX Tip Sheet: Presuming Competence

This tip sheet lists ways to reflect "presuming competence" in the Individualized Education Program. Also available in Spanish.
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and Concussion Bundle
December 19, 2025

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and Concussion Bundle

This bundle includes four publications that provide information on traumatic brain injury (TBI), specifically concussion, and best practices for supporting students following acquired brain injury.
 
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