IPTN Resource Center

The Inclusionary Practices Technical Network (IPTN) is dedicated to improving educational outcomes for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and Black students with disabilities. When we address the needs of the most marginalized students, it benefits all students, educators, families, and communities. IPTN promotes inclusive practices by providing valuable resources, data, and tools for all partners, including students, families, educators, community members, and technical assistance providers. 

IPTN strives to create an inclusive environment by fostering collaboration across different groups. Use this resource center to: 

  • Learn why inclusion is essential, particularly for students with disabilities, and how it supports educational success for all students.
  • Utilize tools, materials, and professional learning opportunities focused on promoting inclusion for students with IDD and Black students with disabilities.
  • Explore state and district-level data to track inclusion efforts and inform strategies for improvement.
  • Keep up with the latest news, updates, and success stories about inclusion in schools and districts across Washington.
  • Engage with the IPTN's strategic plan, share best practices, and provide feedback to support ongoing improvement and the effectiveness of inclusion efforts.
  • Network with community partners, educators, and districts to promote inclusion and ensure all students are supported in their educational journey.

Resource Center

WA LRE Trend Data and Video Walkthrough

Federal and state special education regulations require that school districts provide information regarding the numbers and types of students receiving special education services. These data are reported by placement option within the district's continuum of alternative placements, as well as the student's disability category, ethnicity, gender, and Multilingual Learner (ML) status.

Topic: Inclusion, Technical Assistance, Data
Source: OSPI, Web Page
Audience(s): Students & Families, Community, School & District Educators and Leaders, IPTN Members, IPTN Advisory, State Leaders & Policymakers
Community of Practice: Data Driven Strategies CoP, Technical Assistance CoP

Washington Sensory Disabilities Services - Support for Families

The Washington Sensory Disabilities Services (WSDS) website provides resources and support for families of children who are deaf/hard of hearing, blind/low vision, or deafblind.

Topic: Family and Community Partnerships
Source: WSDS, Web Page
Audience(s): Students & Families, Community, School & District Educators and Leaders, IPTN Members, IPTN Advisory, State Leaders & Policymakers
Community of Practice: Technical Assistance CoP, Shared Ownership CoP

Zooming In & Out on Inclusionary Practices

The “Zooming In & Out on Inclusionary Practices” resources provide professional development materials and presentations to support inclusive education practices.

Topic: Inclusion
Source: WASA, Resource Library
Audience(s): Students & Families, Community, School & District Educators and Leaders, IPTN Members, IPTN Advisory, State Leaders & Policymakers
Community of Practice: Technical Assistance CoP

‘Overworked and underappreciated’: Special education teachers describe stress and attrition

This study uncovers the voices of 366 special education teachers from across the United States. Using their own words, teachers identify work-related stressors and express their reasonings behind leaving the field of special education. Overall, results indicate that teachers did not feel supported by their administrators and that their profession had an adverse effect on their overall quality of life.

Topic: Educator Recruitment and Retention
Source: Taylor & Francis Online, Research Article
Audience(s): School & District Educators and Leaders, IPTN Members, IPTN Advisory, State Leaders & Policymakers
Community of Practice: Technical Assistance CoP, Educator Recruitment & Retention CoP