National Assistive Technology Act Data System
Annual Progress Report - Full Report
Texas 2020
General Information
Statewide AT Program (Information to be listed in national State AT Program Directory)
Lead Agency
Implementing Entity
Program Director and Other Contacts
Person Responsible for completing this form if other than Program Director
Certifying Representative
State Financing
| Did your approved state plan for this reporting period include any State Financing? | Yes |
|---|---|
| Did your approved state plan for this reporting period include conducting a Financial Loan Program? | No |
B. State Financing Activities that provide consumers with resources and services that result in the acquisition of AT devices and services
1. Overview of Activities Performed
| How many other state financing activities that provide consumers with access to funds for the purchase of AT devices and services were included in your approved state plan? | 01 |
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Activity 1
| How would you describe this state financing activity? | Other: AT Leasing Program |
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2. Geographic Distribution, Number of Individuals Who Acquired AT Devices and Services and Number for whom Performance Measure Data are Collected
| County of Residence | Individuals Served |
|---|---|
| A. Metro (RUCC 1-3) | 12 |
| B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) | 02 |
| C. Total Served | 14 |
| Performance Measure | Number |
|---|---|
| D. Excluded from Performance Measure | 00 |
| E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 14 |
If a number is reported in D you must provide a description of the reason the individuals are excluded from the performance measure:
3. Types and Dollar Amounts of AT Funded
| Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Devices Funded |
Value of
AT Provided |
|---|---|---|
| Vision | 05 | $1,500 |
| Hearing | 02 | $600 |
| Speech communication | 00 | $0 |
| Learning, cognition, and developmental | 00 | $0 |
| Mobility, seating and positioning | 00 | $0 |
| Daily living | 00 | $0 |
| Environmental adaptations | 00 | $0 |
| Vehicle modification and transportation | 00 | $0 |
| Computers and related | 07 | $2,100 |
| Recreation, sports, and leisure | 00 | $0 |
| Total | 14 | $4,200 |
C. State Financing Activities that Allow Consumers to Obtain AT at Reduced Cost
1. Overview of Activities Performed
| How many state financing activities that allow consumers to obtain AT at a reduced cost were included in your approved state plan? | 00 |
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D. Anecdote
Mr. F. is an 18 yo with special needs. When I was introduced to him, he was trying to finish his Senior Year of High School through the internet on his cell phone amidst the COVID19 school shutdowns and transition to online learning. His family could not afford a home computer and the school district had not sent one yet for him to use. Because Mr. F. will be graduating soon and pursuing a post-secondary education, his need for a computer is long-term. The Double Click Project has provided this young man and his family with the means to not only continue his education, but to stay safe and connected through the internet to purchase needed goods and supplies as the COVID 19 Pandemic continues to change their routines and lives.
Ms. C. is a 62 yo who is homebound due to macular degeneration. The COVID Pandemic has further isolated her from family, friends and interacting in her community. While Ms. C. is eager to learn how to shop online for needed goods and supplies, she lacked a computer at home with a larger monitor so that she could easily read and connect with resources and family through email. The Double Click Project has provided this lady with the means to retain her self-sufficiency and to adjust to the changes in her routines and life.
E. Performance Measures
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| 1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 03 | 06 | 05 | 14 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 4. Subtotal | 03 | 06 | 05 | 14 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 03 | 06 | 05 | 14 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 03 | 06 | 05 | 14 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 12 | 85.71% |
| Satisfied | 01 | 7.14% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 01 | 7.14% |
| Total Surveyed | 14 | |
| Response rate % | 92.86% |
G. Notes:
Double Click program that the payment over time is administered through, experienced difficulty getting enough computers to referbished when COVID-19 lockdowns occurred in March. Supply has bee nresored but demand remains very high with a short waitlist for computers.
Reutilization
A. Number of Recipients of Reused Devices
| Activity | Number of Individuals Receiving a Device from Activity |
|---|---|
| A. Device Exchange | 00 |
| B. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassign and/or Open Ended Loan | 1,600 |
| C. Total | 1,600 |
| Performance Measure | |
|---|---|
| D. Device Exchange - Excluded from Performance Measure | 00 |
| E. Reassignment/Refurbishment and Repair and Open Ended Loans - Excluded from Performance Measure because AT is provided to or on behalf of an entity that has an obligation to provide the AT such as schools under IDEA or VR agencies/clients | 00 |
| F. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 1,600 |
If a number is reported in E you must provide a description of the reason the individuals are excluded from the performance measure:
B. Device Exchange Activities
| Type of AT Device | Number of Devices Exchanged | Total Estimated Current Purchase Price | Total Price for Which Device(s) Were Exchanged | Savings to Consumers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vision | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Hearing | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Speech Communication | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Daily Living | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Computers and Related | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
C. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassignment and/or Open Ended Loan Activities
| Type of AT Device | Number of Devices Reassigned/Refurbished and Repaired | Total Estimated Current Purchase Price | Total Price for Which Device(s) Were Sold | Savings to Consumers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vision | 29 | $5,428 | $840 | $4,588 |
| Hearing | 43 | $38,211 | $600 | $37,611 |
| Speech Communication | 04 | $2,590 | $0 | $2,590 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 25 | $8,957 | $0 | $8,957 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 1,935 | $245,062 | $0 | $245,062 |
| Daily Living | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 03 | $3,000 | $0 | $3,000 |
| Computers and Related | 71 | $14,098 | $8,280 | $5,818 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total | 2,110 | $317,346 | $9,720 | $307,626 |
D. Anecdote
Project Mend: “When Alex first saw the chair and sat in it, he had a big smile on his face. Thank you for all you do to support families in our community!” – Alexander’s Parents Alexander is a 15 year old living with Autism, Tourette and Hypotonia, a combination of developmental and neurological conditions that cause Alex to struggle with irritability, impulsivity and lethargy when engaging in community activities and outings. Alex is actively involved in the YES [Youth Empowerment Services] Waiver, a Medicaid program that assists children living with serious mental, emotional and/or behavioral difficulties through intensive service delivery. The overall objectives of this program are to increase a child’s engagement with their community, expand the available supportive services to the child and improve overall quality of life for the youth they serve. When Alex’s caseworker noticed that he was experiencing difficulties during community outings resulting in added stress on his parents, she referred Alex to our program for assistance in acquiring a specialized chair. Through our Medical Equipment Reuse Program, Alex received a professionally refurbished and sanitized Lightweight Sport Wheelchair, which allows him the convenience of sitting during outings and ease of maneuvering himself at his own pace. Alex and his family can now visit his favorite places, like SeaWorld, San Antonio Zoo and Morgan’s Wonderland, with the comfort of knowing that Alex has a safe and reliable place to rest, which causes Alex to be happy and his parents to feel relieved
E. Performance Measures
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| 1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 47 | 28 | 1,525 | 1,600 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 4. Subtotal | 47 | 28 | 1,525 | 1,600 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 47 | 28 | 1,525 | 1,600 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 47 | 28 | 1,525 | 1,600 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 803 | 50.19% |
| Satisfied | 292 | 18.25% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 01 | 0.06% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 504 | 31.5% |
| Total Surveyed | 1,600 | |
| Response rate % | 68.5% |
G. Notes:
Please note, Project Mend had challenges becasue sof COVID-19 and being shut down few several months, then 2 hurricanes depleted their back stock. The Double click program remined open sduring COVid-19 challenges but intially expereinced a "supply" porblem becsue of the high demand for laptops and desktps in the home during lock down in March-June. Supply has resumed but there continues to be a waitlist of 10-20 in cue as demand is still quite high.
Device Loan
A. Short-Term Device Loans by Type of Purpose
| Primary Purpose of Short-Term Device Loan | Number |
|---|---|
| Assist in decision-making (device trial or evaluation) | 93 |
| Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding | 01 |
| Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation | 00 |
| Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 01 |
| Total | 95 |
B. Short-Term Device Loan by Type of Borrower
| Type of Individual or Entity | Number of Device Borrowers |
|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 94 |
| Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 00 |
| Representative of Education | 01 |
| Representative of Employment | 00 |
| Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 00 |
| Representatives of Community Living | 00 |
| Representatives of Technology | 00 |
| Total | 95 |
C. Length of Short-Term Device Loans
| Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days | 35 |
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D. Types of Devices Loaned
| Type of AT Device | Number |
|---|---|
| Vision | 07 |
| Hearing | 22 |
| Speech Communication | 165 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 15 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 00 |
| Daily Living | 00 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 44 |
| Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
| Computers and Related | 02 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 |
| Total | 255 |
E. Anecdote
My student loved this Ipad with communication apps. She volunteer around the community and was able to provide greeting and gain attention from other people, when she otherwise would not have been able to do so due to her communication impairment. These robust group of switches that you lent us, was exactly she need to be more functional in her settings. Thank you so much for your library, Speech and Language therapist in San Antonio, Texas.
F. Access Performance Measures
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 66 | 08 | 19 | 93 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Subtotal | 66 | 08 | 19 | 93 |
| Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Subtotal | 66 | 08 | 19 | 93 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 66 | 08 | 19 | 93 |
| Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | |
G. Acquisition Performance Measures
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| 1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 01 | 00 | 01 | 02 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 4. Subtotal | 01 | 00 | 01 | 02 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 01 | 00 | 01 | 02 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 01 | 00 | 01 | 02 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | NaN% | 100% | |
H. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 85 | 89.47% |
| Satisfied | 10 | 10.53% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total Surveyed | 95 | |
| Response rate % | 100% |
I. Notes:
one loan was for a person getting ther regular AAC device fixed and one was for a teacher that needed it to attend a hands-on training.
Device Demonstration
A. Number of Device Demonstrations by Device Type
| Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Demonstrations of AT Devices / Services |
|---|---|
| Vision | 16 |
| Hearing | 12 |
| Speech Communication | 40 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 12 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 02 |
| Daily Living | 23 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 08 |
| Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
| Computers and Related | 67 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 01 |
| Total # of Devices Demonstrated | 181 |
B. Types of Participants
| Type of Participant | Number of Participants in Device Demonstrations |
|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 454 |
| Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 27 |
| Representatives of Education | 01 |
| Representatives of Employment | 03 |
| Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 00 |
| Representative of Community Living | 11 |
| Representative of Technology | 05 |
| Total | 501 |
C. Number of Referrals
| Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
|---|---|
| Funding Source (non-AT program) | 21 |
| Service Provider | 87 |
| Vendor | 29 |
| Repair Service | 03 |
| Others | 42 |
| Total | 182 |
D. Anecdote
During a Disability Awareness month open house at TTAP, we were able to have a demonstration activity with a parent and a young adult man who was identified as autistic with IDD who was transitioning from K12 to activities at a local Center for Independent Living. Though he had some literacy skills, he had challenges accessing and reading information on a computer. Staff was able to show him and his parent built-in text to speech tools as well as Snap and Read and CoWriter supports by Don Johnston. Staff was also able to follow up with the local CIL to make sure they had access to the tools and would be able to support him.
E. Performance Measures
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 37 | 17 | 97 | 151 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 02 | 00 | 04 | 06 |
| Subtotal | 39 | 17 | 101 | 157 |
| Have not made a decision | 09 | 03 | 08 | 20 |
| Subtotal | 48 | 20 | 109 | 177 |
| Nonrespondent | 02 | 00 | 02 | 04 |
| Total | 50 | 20 | 111 | 181 |
| Performance on this measure | 78% | 85% | 90.99% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 244 | 48.7% |
| Satisfied | 185 | 36.93% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 08 | 1.6% |
| Not at all satisfied | 01 | 0.2% |
| Nonrespondent | 63 | 12.57% |
| Total | 501 | |
| Response rate % | 87.43% |
G. Notes:
COVID-19 significantly impacted demonstrations. Many TX location are still not open.
Overall Performance Measures
Overall Acquisition Performance Measure
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| 1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 50 | 34 | 1,530 | 1,614 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 01 | 00 | 01 | 02 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 4. Subtotal | 51 | 34 | 1,531 | 1,616 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 51 | 34 | 1,531 | 1,616 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 51 | 34 | 1,531 | 1,616 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| ACL Performance Measure | 85% | |||
| Met/Not Met | Met | |||
Overall Access Performance Measure
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 103 | 25 | 116 | 244 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 02 | 00 | 04 | 06 |
| Subtotal | 105 | 25 | 120 | 250 |
| Have not made a decision | 09 | 03 | 08 | 20 |
| Subtotal | 114 | 28 | 128 | 270 |
| Nonrespondent | 02 | 00 | 02 | 04 |
| Total | 116 | 28 | 130 | 274 |
| Performance on this measure | 90.52% | 89.29% | 92.31% | 91.24% |
| ACL Performance Measure | 90% | |||
| Met/Not Met | Met | |||
Overall Satisfaction Rating
| Customer Rating of Services | Percent | ACL Target | Met/Not Met |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied and satisfied | 99.39% | 95% | Met |
| Response Rate | 74.30% | 90% | Not Met |
Training
A. Training Participants: Number and Types of Participants; Geographical Distribution
| Type of Participant | Number |
|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 2,265 |
| Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 385 |
| Representatives of Education | 178 |
| Representatives of Employment | 00 |
| Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 47 |
| Representatives of Community Living | 17 |
| Representatives of Technology | 00 |
| Unable to Categorize | 1,160 |
| TOTAL | 4,052 |
| Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4,024 | 28 | 00 | 4,052 |
B. Training Topics
| Primary Topic of Training | Participants |
|---|---|
| AT Products/Services | 3,821 |
| AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 00 |
| Combination of any/all of the above | 152 |
| Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 75 |
| Transition | 04 |
| Total | 4,052 |
C. Description of Training Activities
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:
Provided two training sessions on AAC including an overview, hands-on across low to high tech examples and top 5 implementation strategies to an allied health provider.
Briefly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
Transition Conducted a half-day session at a state professional conference AAC and Transition geared toward speech language pathologists.
Briefly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
Provided training on TEA access processes, Bookshare and Learning Ally, Creative Commons, as well as CAST AEM resources. Hands-on “how tos” with in MS Office.
D. IT/Telecommunications Training Performance Measure
| Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Training Received | Number |
|---|---|
| IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies | 62 |
| Training or Technical Assistance will be developed or implemented | 07 |
| No known outcome at this time | 03 |
| Nonrespondent | 03 |
| Total | 75 |
| Performance Measure Percentage | 92% |
| ACL Target Percentage | 70% |
| Met/Not Met | Met |
E. Notes:
Technical Assistance
A. Frequency and Nature of Technical Assistance
| Education | 0% |
|---|---|
| Employment | 40% |
| Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 0% |
| Community Living | 60% |
| Technology (IT, Telecom, AT) | 0% |
| Total | 100% |
B. Description of Technical Assistance
Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:
Bi-weekly webinar-based training has been initiated with the 15 Demo Centers TTAP maintians though out Texas. They were recorded so attendees could view asynchonously if needed. Agenda items include at least one AT or ICT tool-based section, a policy review section (for AT and disability in general), and time devoted to concners/collaboration/funding and grant sources. During Covid-19, this gorup has been particualrly active and engaged to support the variety of consumers they serve.
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
TTAP has established a Memo of Understanding with the Texas Workforce. Among many collaborative activities is a monthly webinar (the AT specilialists are spread throughout Texas) where TTAP staff share tech tips and AT training activites. During the initial stages of COVID-19 lock down, agenda time was dedicated to AT supports in a virtual environment. Additionally this year, we have targeted training on AT tools that were provided kits to the specialists. The specialists then support VR counselors within their Regions.
C. Notes:
Public Awareness
Public Awareness Activities
Public Awareness Narratives
Describe in detail at least one and no more than two innovative or high-impact public awareness activities conducted during this reporting period. Highlight the content/focus of the awareness information shared, the mechanism used to disseminate or communicate the awareness information, the numbers and/or types of individuals reached, and positive outcomes resulting from the activity. If quantative numbers are available regarding the reach of the activity, please provide those: however, quantative data is not required.
1. TTAP participated in the 2019 Abilities Expo in Dallas Texas. This Expo is a free consumer-oriented conference had about 4500 attendees and focused on connecting consumers with vendors and other resources. TTAP had a demonstration booth highlighting a variety of AT tools that consumers could try and explore.
2. Texas Workforce Conference: TTAP partnered with the Rehabilitation Division of TWC to provide an AT exploration booth for all attendees, most of which were Vocational Rehab counselors and K12 transition specialists.
Information And Assistance
| Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 23 | 08 | 31 |
| Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 08 | 02 | 10 |
| Representative of Education | 21 | 00 | 21 |
| Representative of Employment | 07 | 00 | 07 |
| Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 12 | 01 | 13 |
| Representative of Community Living | 61 | 01 | 62 |
| Representative of Technology | 05 | 00 | 05 |
| Unable to Categorize | 02 | 00 | 02 |
| Total | 139 | 12 | 151 |
Notes:
One TTAP position was open for about 6 months.
State Improvement Outcomes
| State improvement outcomes are not required. You may report up to two MAJOR state improvement outcomes for this reporting period. How many will you be reporting? | 02 |
|---|
A. State Improvements
1. In one or two sentences, describe the outcome. Be as specific as possible about exactly what changed during this reporting period as a result of the AT program's initiative.
Active engagement with the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) has resulted in a formal MOU for multiple cooperative projects including training state TWC AT Specialists, collaborating at the TWC Conference by providing hands-on opportunities for all TX VR counselors and K12 personnel in attendance, creating AT "kits" for AT specialists (funded by TWC but we collaborative selected items and are providing training), and meet virtually once a month.
2. In one or two sentences, describe the written policies, practices, and procedures that have been developed and implemented as a result of the AT program's initiative. Include information about how to obtain the full documents, such as a Web site address or e-mail address of a contact person, but do not include the full documents here. (If there are no written polices, practices and procedures, explain why.)
The MOU is an internal document and not available publically.
3. What was the primary area of impact for this state improvement outcome?
Employment
B. State Improvements
1. In one or two sentences, describe the outcome. Be as specific as possible about exactly what changed during this reporting period as a result of the AT program's initiative.
TTAP participated in a Governor initiated state task force, Operation Connectivity as an accessibility specialist. The task force was created in response to COVID-19 and challenges education students remotely, including those with disabilities. The task identified access to technology and access to internet connectivity as two major roadblocks. Additionally, there is an ongoing need for educator training on virtual instruction pedagogy.
2. In one or two sentences, describe the written policies, practices, and procedures that have been developed and implemented as a result of the AT program's initiative. Include information about how to obtain the full documents, such as a Web site address or e-mail address of a contact person, but do not include the full documents here. (If there are no written polices, practices and procedures, explain why.)
Guidance for LEAs was created and ongoing resources are being created. https://gov.texas.gov/news/post/governor-abbott-announces-procurement-of-over-1-million-devices-wifi-hotspots-through-operation-connectivity, https://tea.texas.gov/sites/default/files/covid/operation_connectivity_playbook.pdf, https://tea.texas.gov/sites/default/files/covid/operation-connectivity-bulk-order-faqs.pdf. Further, the task force ask for input on wording/references for accessibility for possible future state legislation.
3. What was the primary area of impact for this state improvement outcome?
Education
Additional And Leveraged Funds
Additional and Leveraged Funds
| Did you have Additional and Leveraged Funding to Report? | No |
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A. Leveraged Funding for State Plan Activities
| Fund Source | Amount | Use of Funds |
|---|
B. Leveraged Funding for Activities Not in State Plan (data not previously reported in other activity sections)
| Fund Source | Amount | Use of Funds | Individuals Served | Other Outcome |
|---|
C. Describe any unique issues with your data in this section (e.g., the reason why you were unable to report the number of individuals served with additional or leveraged funds).
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