Assistive Technology Statement

Assistive technology is one of the special factors that must be addressed in the development,

review, and revision of each student’s IEP. Minimal compliance with the requirement to consider

assistive technology is responding to the statement in the IEP which states “Does the student

require assistive technology devices and services?

Here are some examples of "NO", "YES", & "More Data needed" statements:

Assistive Technology (includes adaptive equipment.) X No

John is able to accomplish tasks in all instructional areas with accommodations and modifications. No assistive technology is required.


Assistive Technology (includes adaptive equipment.) X Yes

  • Written Expression: White board, pencil grip,

  • Transition: Visual schedule, visual timer

  • Access: Slant board

  • Access: Single click small sized mouse

  • Self Help: Zipper pull

  • Self Help: Visual sequence chart for self-care skills

  • Social Skills: Social stories, power cards

  • Communication: Augmentative and alternative communication


Assistive Technology (includes adaptive equipment.) X More data needed, explain:

Suzy is unable to accomplish tasks in all instructional areas; however, it is not clear what, if any, assistive technology might be needed. The district will continue trialing various AT devices to determine their effectiveness.

Assistive Technology (includes adaptive equipment.) X More data needed, explain:

Andrew has difficulty with written expression. Recent evaluations reveal he performs significantly better with written expression when he uses a keyboard in place of handwriting. Recommendations have been made to consider word processing for assistance with written expression. It is not clear what, if any, assistive technology might be needed. The district will continue trialing various AT devices to determine their effectiveness.