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An assistive technology device is any “item, piece of equipment or product system, whether acquired commercially off the shelf, modified, or customized, that is used to increase, maintain, or improve functional capabilities of a child with a disability. The term does not include a medical device that is surgically implanted, or the replacement of that device.” [20 USCS §1401(1)(2)34 C.F.R. 300.5].

An assistive technology service refers to any service that directly assists a child with a disability in the selection, acquisition, or use of an assistive technology device. This includes the following for a child with a disability:

  • The evaluation of the needs of such child, including a functional evaluation of the child in his or her customary environment;
  • Purchasing, leasing, or otherwise providing for the acquisition of assistive technology devices by children with disabilities;
  • Selecting, designing, fitting, customizing, adapting, applying, maintaining, repairing, or replacing assistive technology devices;
  • Coordinating and using other therapies, interventions, or services with assistive technology devices;
  • Training or technical assistance for a child with a disability, or, if appropriate, the child’s family; and
  • Training or technical assistance for professionals, employers, or other individuals who provide services to, employ, or are otherwise substantially involved in the major life functions of that child. 

[20 USCS §1401(1)(2)34 C.F.R. 300.6].

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Hey, Can I try That? - A Student Handbook for Choosing and Using Assistive Technology

  • ¡Oye! ¿Puedo yo intentar eso? (Spanish version)

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     Wisconsin Assistive Technology Initiative offers free AT consideration and assessment resources for schools.

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OCALI’s FREE Assistive Technology Internet Modules

Each module guides you through case studies, instructional videos, pre- and post-assessments, a glossary, and much more.

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The A.T.TIPScast

Assistive Technology Tools In Public Schools is a podcast about using technology to help students meet their educational goals.

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Upcoming Professional Learning Opportunities 

AT-Just One Thing (AT-JOT)

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Assistive Technology Contact Information

Please email [email protected] with general questions.

Assistive Technology Administrative Assistant III Elida Acosta, BS (602) 542-3852

Statewide Assistive Technology Specialist Margaret Egan, PT (520) 628-6665

Statewide Assistive Technology Specialist Mitch Galbraith, MS, OTR/L (602) 542-4016

Statewide Assistive Technology Specialist Mary Keeney, CCC-SLP (602) 542-4058

Statewide Assistive Technology Specialist Laura Wooten-LaFranier, M.Ed. (602) 542-2185

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From the Exceptional Student Services Blog

DATA MANAGEMENT ALERT: FY22 Update: Integrity Rules Upgrading from Warning to Failure Wed, Apr 7 2021 Data Management, Updates

Effective Fiscal Year 2022, two Integrity Rules will be upgrading from a warning to a failure.

Please be aware you can identify students receiving these warnings in FY21 to prepare for your reporting in FY22.  Please check your INTEG15 report in the AzEDS Portal to determine if your entity is failing any Integrity Rules. The INTEG15 report can filter by warnings only.

PD INFO: Students with Chronic Health Conditions: A Proactive Approach to Transition Webinar on April 28 Tue, Apr 6 2021 Professional Learning and Sustainability, Updates

The ADE School Safety and Social Wellness and ADE/ESS Secondary Transition teams, in partnership with the Mayo Clinic, are excited to announce a virtual professional learning opportunity on Wednesday, April 28, 2021 from 2:30–3:30 p.m. for school nurses, school social workers, school psychologists, and school counselors. Although the focus will be specific to students in grades 6–12, please share with any other stakeholder who is interested in this topic. 

Students with Chronic Health Conditions: A Proactive Approach to Transition 

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