Any child aged 3-22 in the state of Illinois with an IEP and/or 504 Plan is eligible for assistive technology services. Homebound students are eligible for evaluations, but the request must still come through the district.
The school point person will find the required referral packet available for download after they submit a request for evaluation on our website. The information is to be completed by teachers, therapists, and family members. While we encourage all portions of the packet to be examined, sections that do not pertain to the student do not have to be completed. We require copies of the current IEP/504 Plan and a signed Release of Information (ROI) form from the parent/guardian authorizing services in order to schedule the evaluation.
The informal team meeting takes place after the evaluation is conducted. All educational staff working with the student and the student’s parents/caregivers are welcome to attend.
We typically do not encourage the parents/caregiver to attend the evaluation as it can be distracting for the student; however, we may ask therapists, teachers, or paraprofessionals to assist with the process and help put the student at ease.
The evaluation, training and/or presentation provided through IATP is fully funded through a state grant which is administered through the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE). There is no cost to the district or families for the evaluation and subsequent trainings.
IATP has a device loan program that allows potential AT/AAC users to try-out devices prior to purchase, have access to a backup system when their device is in for repairs and/or have access to a device while waiting for their device to be delivered. To borrow a device, first you must register for an account with the device loan application system. Once registered, you can log in to your account. From there you can browse a category or search for specific devices through our device inventory list. These free loans are available for six weeks. Extensions may be granted upon request.
Yes! IATP provides free trainings on all AT/AAC recommendations for student, staff, and family upon request.
Yes! IATP can present to school personnel, students, clinicians, etc. upon request. Please submit your request at least 2 months in advance, if possible, to be sure staff members are available on the preferred date.