Who Uses It
General and special education teachers, interventionists, and support staff
When They Use It / How It's Used
When developing tailored instructional approaches for students with IEPs, 504 plans, or informal support needs
The chatbot gathers general, non-identifiable information through a step-by-step process
Designed to be FERPA-compliant and safe for SPED departments cautious about AI use
What It Delivers/Produces
The tool moves through 4 steps:
Goal Area Selection – Reading, Writing, Mathematics, Communication, Social Skills, Behavior, or Other
Current or Needed Accommodations – Options include extra time, small group instruction, preferential seating, visual aids, assistive technology, breaks, and more
Strengths and Challenges Summary – Non-identifiable description related to goal areas
AI-Generated Recommendations – Tailored instructional strategies, recommended accommodations and scaffolds, "Glow and Grow" summary, ready-to-use classroom resources, optional "Patterns to Watch For," and a "Quick Wins" checklist
District Impact
Built-in data safety avoiding PII collection
FERPA-conscious prompt structure
Aligns with MTSS and IEP planning without compromising compliance
Supports special education departments in using AI responsibly and effectively
What to Upload
None required — uses non-identifiable information only
