AZ-TAS Documents

The Arizona Technical Assistance System (AZ-TAS) documents were developed to assist school personnel and parents in the navigating through the special education process. Each document provides guidance on implementation of the legal requirements in the specified area and is reflective of current practices in the field.

Now Available

Prior Written Notice *new*

Extended School Year *new*

Evaluation Process*Updated*

AZ Qualified Professionals List

Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)

Dyslexia Handbook, a Technical Assistance Document to Support Families and Teachers

Speech-Language Services in Arizona's School: Guidelines for Best Practice

Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy

FAQ: Graduation of Students with Disabilities in Arizona’s Schools

From the Exceptional Student Services Blog

INTERNAL PD INFO: Multi-Tier Behavior Supports (MTBS) Year 1 Thu, Apr 15 2021 Professional Learning and Sustainability, Updates

Multi-Tier Behavior Supports (MTBS) is a three-year training series that will assist district, charter, or school teams with the development of a school-wide approach for positive behavior management practices. This training is based on School-Wide Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (SW-PBIS) evidence-based elements.
INTERNAL PD INFO: Preregistration for Teach Camp is Now Open! Tue, Apr 13 2021 Professional Learning and Sustainability, Updates

ADE/ESS is pleased to announce that preregistration for Teach Camp 2.0 is now open!

Teach Camp is a year-long support system that includes professional learning specifically designed for beginning special education teachers. The goal of Teach Camp is to increase retention of special educators by providing our newest special education teachers with the tools they need to survive and thrive during their first years in the classroom.