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Inclusive Practices

Our commitment to least restrictive environment (LRE) for each student is to ensure that Individualized Education Program (IEP) teams begin with the general education setting, with the use of Supplementary Aids and Services, before considering a more restrictive environment.  Successful inclusive education of students who have IEPs involves the use of appropriate supports and services necessary to participate in and benefit from both the general classroom setting and other natural environments.  Inclusive education is intentional in its programming and views the needs of the individual student from not simply an academic perspective but also a transitional, behavioral, and social/emotional perspective.


 

Resources

Fit and Healthy for Life: Physical Education for Students With Disabilities Fit and Healthy for Life: Physical Education for Students With Disabilities This publication explains adapted physical education and its requirements as defined by the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) of 2004.
Guidelines for Calculating Educational Environment for Federal Special Education Reporting Guidelines for Calculating Educational Environment for Federal Special Education Reporting The purpose of this document is to guide Individualized Education Program (IEP) teams in calculating the Educational Environment in Section VIII of the IEP, for PennData reporting.
PaTTANpod: Inspiring Educational Growth PaTTANpod: Inspiring Educational Growth PaTTANpod is a thought-provoking discussion program that enables educators to access professional development directly from their classroom, office, or home. PaTTANpod currently offers episodes on a variety of topics, with additional episodes being added monthly.
Research-Based Effective Teaching Principles Research-Based Effective Teaching Principles This fact sheet lists research-validated, effective teaching principles.
Supplementary Aids and Services Supplementary Aids and Services This fact sheet provides the definition and purpose of supplementary aids and services as well as a framework for considering the full range of supplementary aids and services.
Teachers' Desk Reference: Preparing for an IEP Team Meeting Teachers' Desk Reference: Preparing for an IEP Team Meeting Teachers are integral members of the Individualized Education Program (IEP)team and may be responsible to lead activities related to planning and gathering information for the IEP meeting. This _Teachers’ Desk Reference_ provides information to assist teachers in following established timelines and procedures. This publication also offers tips to help teachers organize preparation tasks that result in sound IEPs that meet state and federal regulations.
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