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PaTTANpod

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PaTTANpod episodes

  • Youth experiences at Bridging Knowledge to Know How Conference
    Computer Science Camp and Camp Inspiration, Youth experience: what to expect – engagement activities for youth and families
    Click here for more episodes
    https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCkBP2csbOssi3rUsfM-yQT1DVGUihxg2
    Also available in podcast format on iTunes and Google Play Music
    iTunes
    https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/pattanpod/id1436873041?mt=2
    Google Play Music
    https://play.google.com/music/m/Iwyth5xyq26f67f4qrzktutbxke?t=PaTTANpod
    Host
    Seth Chamberlain
    Producer
    John Ragsdale
    Technical Support
    Michael Esposito
    Production Assistant
    Lisa Smith
    PaTTAN Leadership Team
    Angela Kirby
    Chris Cherny
    Sergio Anaya
    Corey Dickey
    Animation
    Media Solutions
    Thank You
    Tom Miller
    Lauren Walker
    Hunter Steinitz
    Special thank you to
    Pennsylvania Training and Technical
    Assistance Network (PaTTAN),
    Pennsylvania Department of Education,
    and Bureau of Special Education
    Autism, Secondary Transition, CS, Helix
    Visit our website at http://www.pattan.net
    9 min
  • Enhancing Interventions for English Learners with PLUSS | PaTTANpod [S7 E6]
    Dr. Julie Esparza Brown joins PaTTANPod to explore how educators can improve literacy and language outcomes for English learners (ELs) with disabilities by embedding culturally and linguistically appropriate instruction into existing multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS). Dr. Brown introduces the PLUSS Model, a framework designed to infuse evidence-based second language acquisition practices within each MTSS tier and provide tailored support for dually identified students, and a tool that educators can use reflect on their implementation of PLUSS strategies.
    13 min
  • What Educators Need to Know About the Bridging Knowledge to Know-How Conference

    The 2025 Bridging Knowledge to Know-How Conference offers the opportunity for unifying Pennsylvania's educators, community partners, families, and youth to explore insights and tools that bridge knowledge and practical application. This conference will bring together Pennsylvania’s educators, community partners, families, and youth to explore the latest insights, strategies, and tools that bridge the gap between knowledge and practical application. Sessions will have a specific focus on autism, sensory disabilities, secondary transition, and students with complex instructional needs. Participants will gain tangible strategies to enhance teaching practices, drive student success, and adapt to the evolving demands of today’s classrooms. Visit our website at PaTTAN - Bridging Knowledge to Know-How: Empowering Educators and Partners, July 28-31, 2025

    Visit our website at http://www.pattan.net

    9 min
  • 2025 Bridging Knowledge to Know-How Conference
    PaTTAN conference planning team would like to record a Promo (commercial) for the upcoming 2025 Bridging Knowledge to Know-How Conference to highlight bringing together three conferences into one super conference. Will complete webisode information beta 2 form on teams.
    5 min
  • AMPlifying access for students with print disabilities | PaTTANpod [S7 E4]
    Accessible educational materials (AEM) are crucial for ensuring that students with disabilities can access the same content as their peers. PaTTANpod goes behind the scenes of AEM at the Lancaster Lebanon Intermediate Unit 13 (IU13) with accessible materials specialist, Sarah Ditzler. Sarah shares how common types of accessible educational materials are made and provides practical tips for educators and administrators who support students with print access disabilities.
    Click here for more episodes
    https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCkBP2csbOssi3rUsfM-yQT1DVGUihxg2
    Also available in podcast format on iTunes and Google Play Music
    iTunes
    https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/pattanpod/id1436873041?mt=2
    Google Play Music
    https://play.google.com/music/m/Iwyth5xyq26f67f4qrzktutbxke?t=PaTTANpod
    PaTTAN Accessible Educational Materials: https://www.pattan.net/Evidence-Based-Practices/Accessible-Educational-Materials PaTTAN Blind/Visual Impairment (BVI) Initiative: https://www.pattan.net/Evidence-Based-Practices/BlindVisual-Impairment PaTTAN Short Term Loan program: https://www.pattan.net/short-term-loan/ IU13 BVI Services: https://www.iu13.org/students-families/special-ed/special-ed-programs/blind/
    Sarah is passionate about accessibility. A couple summers when she was on summer break from Messiah College, Sarah worked as a paraprofessional 1:1 for the IU13's Extended School Year program. After graduating from Messiah and working in Music Education in a couple different capacities, Sarah realized her heart for working with and advocating for students with physical, academic, and behavioral needs. While working with a student with low vision, she learned Braille and learned about accommodating materials for blind and visually impaired students. In her current role at the IU13, Sarah works with other staff to produce braille, large print, and accessible electronic documents for K-12 blind and low vision students.
    Host
    Sara Frey
    Producer
    John Ragsdale
    Technical Support
    Michael Esposito
    Production Assistant
    Lisa Smith
    PaTTAN Leadership Team
    Angela Kirby
    Chris Cherny
    Sergio Anaya
    Corey Dickey
    Animation
    Media Solutions
    Thank You
    Sara Ditzler
    Special thank you to
    Pennsylvania Training and Technical
    Assistance Network (PaTTAN),
    Pennsylvania Department of Education,
    and Bureau of Special Education
    Visit our website at http://www.pattan.net
    22 min
  • Sexuality Education for Students with Disabilities | PaTTANpod [S7 E3]

    Katherine McLaughlin, a certified sexuality educator, joins PaTTANpod to discuss the importance of sexuality education for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Katherine addresses misconceptions about sexuality education and provides practical tips for educators and parents to be allies and advocates.


    Click here for more episodes

    https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCkBP2csbOssi3rUsfM-yQT1DVGUihxg2

    Also available in podcast format on iTunes and Google Play Music


    iTunes

    https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/pattanpod/id1436873041?mt=2

    Google Play Music

    https://play.google.com/music/m/Iwyth5xyq26f67f4qrzktutbxke?t=PaTTANpod


    https://www.elevatustraining.com/ Elevatus Training https://amaze.org/ AMAZE https://ncil.org/resources/sex-ed-for-individuals-with-i-dd/ National Council on Independent Living


    Katherine McLaughlin, M.Ed., AASECT Certified Sexuality Educator, is the Founder, CEO, and Lead Trainer for Elevatus Training. She has been a sexuality educator and trainer for over 25 years. As a national expert on sexuality and intellectual and developmental disabilities, she trains professionals, and parents as well as individuals to become sexual self-advocates, and peer sexuality educators.


    Host

    Sara Frey


    Producer

    John Ragsdale


    Animation

    Media Solutions


    Special thank you to Pennsylvania Training and Technical

    Assistance Network (PaTTAN), Pennsylvania Department of Education,

    And Bureau of Special Education


    Visit our website at http://www.pattan.net

    16 min
  • Be the 1: Kindness, awareness, and autism advocacy | PaTTANpod [S7 E2]
    Ben Hartranft joins PaTTANpod at the 2024 Pennsylvania Department of Education annual conference, where he was a featured speaker. As the president of Benergy1 Presentations, Ben advocates for autism awareness and acceptance by sharing his personal experiences. The episode also features Ben’s brother, Dan, and his parents, Sandy and Glenn, who share perspectives on navigating the complexities of autism as a family.
    45 min
  • Youth engagement? YES, please! | PaTTANpod [S7 E1]
    Transitioning from youth into adulthood can be very challenging, especially for students with disabilities. Members of the PaTTAN Youth Engagement Specialist (YES) team join PaTTANpod to discuss the importance of engaging students in transition planning, as well as resources and support available from the YES team.
    38 min

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PaTTANpod is a discussion forum produced by the Pennsylvania Training and Technical Assistance Network (PaTTAN). Our goal is to spread quality professional development material to practitioners…