Videos

Listen to Ashley’s heartfelt story about her first-born child and their journey as she struggled to learn how to read. Reflect on Dr. Sally Shaywitz’s words as she spoke with Ashley about meeting the needs of students with dyslexia. Be inspired by the resiliency in our children.

Parents play a major role in the education of their children. This is particularly true with a child who has a disability. Navigating the world of special education can be challenging. One resource to assist parents with their children’s education is the Pennsylvania Training and Technical Assistance Network, PaTTAN. This short session - the first in a series - gives parents an overview of the PaTTAN system and how it can provide clarification, opportunities for learning, and other resources to help them on their journey.

PaTTAN consultant, Dr. Nikole Hollins-Sims, shares how schools can effectively engage families and break down barriers for student success.

Welcome to Chapter Five of the Pennsylvania Secondary Transition “Connecting for Employment” training series. In this video, we will recap what we have learned so far to support a person’s successful transition.

Welcome to Chapter Four of the Pennsylvania Secondary Transition “Connecting for Employment” training series. In this video, we will discuss the Office of Developmental Programs and their role in a person’s successful transition.

Welcome to Chapter Three of the Pennsylvania Secondary Transition “Connecting for Employment” training series. In this video, we will discuss the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR) and their role in a person’s successful transition.

Welcome to Chapter Two of the Pennsylvania Secondary Transition “Connecting for Employment” training series. In this video, we will discuss the Pennsylvania Department of Education - Bureau of Special Education and their role in a person’s successful transition.

Descubra cómo FAMILIAS A LO MÁXIMO ha inspirado a los miembros y ha cambiado lo que es posible para sus hijos y para TODOS los niños de PA. Las familias comparten el impacto de presumir competencia y tener altas expectativas para los niños con discapacidades y necesidades especiales de atención médica.

Learn how FAMILIES TO THE MAX has inspire members and changed what’s possible for their children—and ALL children in PA. Families share the impact of presuming competence and having high expectations for children with disabilities and special health care needs.

Given all of the decisions and people involved in deciding what an appropriate special education program looks like for a student, it’s not surprising that there will sometimes be differing opinions. Many of these disagreements can be resolved at the local level, between families and schools, but there are some situations where the involvement of a neutral third party may be helpful.