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PATTAN offers free guides/publications available for download EXTENDED SCHOOL YEAR LINKSRIGHT TO EDUCATION TASK FORCESState and Local Task Forces include parents and professionals who can offer assistance to families with questions about services for students with special needs. The Task Forces exist to help families and school districts work together to ensure the integrity and delivery of special education services to eligible students. Connect Information Service: 1-800-692-7288A statewide, telephone helpline provides parents, educators and professionals with information on early intervention, special education, child development and family/social concerns. Special Education Consult Line: 1-800-879-2301A service of the PDE; help for families and advocates of children with special needs about school-related concerns, special education regulations, and the complaint system. OAR’s Kit for Kids Peer Education ResourceThe Organization for Autism Research (OAR) recently made two additions to its popular autism resources. The Kit for Kids set of student activity workbooks and an animated web video is designed to teach elementary and middle school students about their peers with autism. It is centered around an illustrated, booklet called, “What’s up with Nick?” and a three-minute web video that uses cartoon animation, sound, and color to capture children’s attention, yet still offers accurate autism information using language they can understand. It’s a great way to start a classroom dialogue about autism and accepting differences. |