Assistive Technology
Assistive Technology Program Supports & Services
Assistive technology (AT) 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 the functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities. (29 U.S.C. Sec 2202(2)). Region 7 supports local school districts by providing consultation services and technical assistance on assistive technology that help students access the general curriculum.
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Helpful Links
Legal Framework
Legal Framework
Legal Framework Search for assistive technology:
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Connie Parks
Specialist
Specialist
[email protected]
903.988.6829
903.988.6829
PEIMS Guidance
PEIMS Guidance
PEIMS Coding Guidance for Assistive Technology Indicator
School districts in Texas are required to collect and report information to the Public Information Management System (PEIMS). If a student with a disability receives assistive technology devices or services that are included in the IEP, the PEIMS assistive technology indicator should be coded affirmatively. Click on the link below to access AT codes:
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Early Childhood
Jennifer Brandt, M.A., CCC-SLP
Coordinator
Coordinator
[email protected]
903.988.6970
903.988.6970
High Incidence Disabilities
Low Incidence Disabilities
Visual Impairments
Technical Assistance
Technical Assistance
Technical assistance can be provided through email, telephone conversations, video conferencing, and/or onsite visits by contacting the Special Education Specialists shown below. Requests for on-site consultation specific to a student should be made through email. Please secure permission from the special education director and campus principal prior to on-site technical assistance.
Helpful Links
SETT Scaffold for Gathering Data-Annotated
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Early Childhood
High Incidence Disabilities
Low Incidence Disabilities
Visual Impairments
Resources
Augmentative and Alternative Communication and Assistive Technology
Legal References
SETT Framework by Joy Zabala
Reading and Writing Supports
Read and Write Extension for Chrome
Speech-to-text for Google Docs
Chromebook Accessibility Features
Communication Supports
ATIA: Assistive Technology Industry Association
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Vendors
Vendors
Assistive Technology Vendors/Products
Region 7 does not endorse any particular vendor or product. The listed vendors are for informational purposes only. Besides product information, many vendor websites also include articles, ideas, training, and free downloads.
» AbleNet
» Assistiveware
» Attainment Company, Inc.
» Don Johnston
» Enabling Devices
» Dynavox / Boardmaker
» Prentke Romich, Inc.
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Early Childhood
High Incidence Disabilities
Low Incidence Disabilities
Visual Impairments
Upcoming Events
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