Assistive Technology

We offer remote or in-person consultations to our students, families, and school staff to ensure that  students are becoming more independent and efficient in meeting their goals with their provided equipment.  Google Classroom, Zoom, and YouTube are just a few examples of technology we use to provide ongoing support and implementation.

We provide loans of hardware and software for trials and evaluations.  Equipment available for loan include switches, static and dynamic display AAC devices, Low Incidence devices, mounts, iPads, iPods, and Chromebooks.  In addition, a  variety of academic programs that assist in reading and writing are also available.  Contact us or the AT specialist at your site if you are interested in exploring these systems of technology with your students.

A thorough Assistive Technology Evaluation is required to identify a student's specific needs and to provide appropriate services delivery and support.  The SCOE AT team will provide a comprehensive AT assessment based on the student's unique needs, interests, and learning styles in their educational environments.  For those interested in requesting our Assistive Technology Assessment, please fill out the Request for Support form. 

We provide trainings and follow-up for students, parents, school staff, service providers, admins, and anyone interested in learning about AT.  Our trainings cover a broad range of topics including the implementation of AAC devices, the set up of iPads and Chromebooks, and the incorporation of AT with  a focus on Universal Design of Learning (UDL) in an educational environment,  Furthermore, we assist in accessing curriculum through software/extensions/programs from Don Johnston, Texthelp, ClickSoftware, Tobii Dynavox, Kami, etc.  Contact our team if you wish to schedule trainings.

Assistive Technology requires a high level of maintenance to withstand daily use.  A student's performance with AT can be severely affected by factors such as malfunctions, aging, and disrepair of devices, unexpected changes at home or schools, changes in interests and goals, etc.  To secure optimal performance and academic participation from our students, we will ensure student equipment is in good working order and we will collaborate with others for routine maintenance.

Just as with any of their own purchased items, the districts have financial responsibility over any borrowed items if they are lost or damaged.

If you see anything broken or missing or not working properly after you received your item, please let us know immediately. Also, please remember to care for any items borrowed so that they can easily be sent out to another person in a timely manner.

We can provide in-person training, hands-on demonstration, training videos, consultation, and/or any other instructional materials.

We highly encourage our users to check out no more than 5 items at a time. Each of these items require time and effort for maintenance. We will only have a limited number of items to loan and would like as many school personnels have access to equipment without creating a long waiting list.

You can keep your borrowed items up to 90 days from the date you receive them.

In one of two ways: you can pick it up at our office or we can deliver it to your location in person. You will be notified of the information pertaining to delivery or pick up of each item via emails after the check-out process is completed.

It may take up to 5-7 days to receive your requested equipment. You will be notified if there is any issue regarding your requests and scheduled delivery.

The lending library is stocked with a variety of inclusive and assistive technology items, devices, and equipment designed to support and help students participate with greater independence in the areas of AAC, Access, Literacy, Executive Functioning, and Recreation. In addition, you will find different types of hardware/software including Switches, Chromebooks, Eye Gaze, Tablets, Mounts, VR Goggles, Accessories, Toys, and Apps. It will continue to grow and expand throughout the year!

No. Parents can ask their school reps/staff about our “Request for Support” if they feel that their child would benefit from AT. They can also contact our office or one of our AT specialists if they have any questions regarding their child’s needs.

You will be directed to set up an account using your email address, creating a password, phone number, name of school district, etc. It is free to register.

Any teaching or related service personnel in Stanislaus County who is registered with the AT lending library can check out our catalog and then request a device/item. SCOE AT Lending Library Terms of Agreement must be in place prior to checking out equipment.