Assistive Technology (AT)

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Refer to link below for more information on AT

If you believe your child can benefit from assistive technology, please follow these steps:

Prepare a letter and include all the following information:

The current date · The student’s name, date of birth, school, and student identification number (OSIS) if known
A description of why AT may be needed
Your printed name and signature
Submit the request to the school Principal or IEP Team
After receiving your request, you will be contacted regarding when the evaluation will be done

If AT devices and/or services are necessary, your child’s IEP or 504 plan will be revised to include specific information about the recommended service(s) and/or device(s)
The DOE will provide all AT equipment and/or services that are recommended. AT equipment and services will typically be delivered to your CPSE, CSE, or school IEP team. Students who are on home instruction will receive their AT device and services at home. · All AT devices are purchased and owned by the DOE. Students must return their equipment when they graduate or if they transfer to a school outside of NYC. Students use equipment in school but may use it at home if this is specified on the IEP or 504 plan.
The AT Team will provide training to you, your child, and the rest of your child’s school team as needed. School staff are responsible for use of the device and providing ongoing support to the student.
All IEP team members are responsible for taking care of the AT device. The CPSE, CSE, or school IEP team will arrange for the repair or replacement of missing or broken AT devices, as well as for ongoing programming and/or other maintenance. If you believe that your child’s AT device needs repair or replacement, contact your CPSE, CSE, or school IEP team.