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AT
Assistive Technology
What it actually means for your child.
Legal Definition
Assistive Technology is any item, piece of equipment, or system that is used to increase, maintain, or improve the functional capabilities of a student with a disability. It ranges from low-tech (pencil grips, slant boards) to high-tech (speech-generating devices, text-to-speech software). IDEA requires the IEP team to consider AT for every student.
Why You Must Care
AT can be a game-changer for students who struggle with writing, communication, or access to curriculum. The school must consider it—the key word is 'consider.'
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