Have a resource that you feel would be beneficial for others?
Jennifer Edgar: jedgar@pattan.net
Tim Knight: tknight@pattan.net
Tess Nasehi: tnasehi@pattan.net
Access to the monthly newsletter
Virtual discussion recordings
Flyers for BVI state and local events
Federal Quota permission forms
Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) documents specific to BVI
General resources and more
The HELIX Conference is currently on hold. There will not be a conference in 2024. PaTTAN will share more information as it becomes available.
Virtual Networking Opportunity!
Delve into the world of supporting students with visual impairment, with a special focus on CVI a brain-based visual impairment for the 2024-25 school year. Enhance your daily practice through dynamic discussions and uncover strategies to overcome obstacles faced by itinerant teachers. Forge connections with colleagues who share your role across the commonwealth. Guest presenters may periodically join to enrich the conversation by sharing their expertise on specific topics, referencing current resources, research, textbooks, and publications, with opportunities for Q&A.
Exclusively tailored for educators working with students with visual impairments, TVI Time brings together professionals for a unique chance to connect. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or a newcomer, your insights and experiences are invaluable in this collaborative journey. Earn ACVREP and ACT 48 credits as you engage in this enriching exchange of ideas.
Time: 2:30 - 4:00 PM
October 29, 2024: CVI Myths and Misconceptions
November 21, 2024: CVI: Setting Yourself Up for Success
December 19, 2024: Getting Started with CVI Assessment
January 30, 2025: Building Our CVI Assessment Options and Knowledge
February 27, 2025: CVI: Environmental Considerations and Presentation of Lessons
March 27, 2025: CVI: Collaboration and Training
April 24, 2025: CVI: Practical Applications
Credits: ACT 48 & ACVREP
View the flyers in our Google Drive for Professionals Serving Students with VI. (If you do not have access register with the link above.)
Teachers' Desk Reference: Visual Impairment
Teachers' Desk Reference: Deaf-Blindness
Considerations for Educating Students with CVI: The Learning Environment
Matching Assistive Technology (AT) Features to Low Vision Needs
Vision Therapy and Educational Visual Impairment Services: What's the Difference?
And many more...
What is an Educational Visual Impairment
Educational Visual Impairment Eligibility
AIM Center
PACES-BVI
Family Resource Group
Topics of Interest
Federal Quota