Subject: Assistive Technology Reimbursement Program (ATR)

Source: Missouri Assistive Technology

Intended Audience: Administrators, Special Education Directors, Special Education Instructors, Technology Directors

Date: August 26, 2024

The Assistive Technology Reimbursement (ATR) Program is accepting applications for the 2024-25 school year. The ATR Program provides reimbursement to school districts for the purchase of assistive technology devices and systems.

The program is open to any K-12 student who has an IEP and attends a local education agency or Missouri Schools for the Severely Disabled. The student’s IEP must indicate assistive technology is required and either a device trial or relevant evaluation must be conducted. Requested assistive devices or system should cost between $350 and $6,000. If a device or system is greater than $6,000, Missouri Assistive Technology (MoAT) will approve up to $6,000, and the school will be responsible for the remaining amount. Instructional software and therapeutic equipment are NOT eligible for reimbursement.

Examples of assistive devices eligible for reimbursement include augmentative and communication devices, braille note takers, embossers, text-to-speech software, iPads with assistive apps, electronic enlargers, personal FM systems, computer adaptations, etc.

Districts may submit applications on behalf of multiple students. Site licenses for items such as text-to-speech software may also be eligible for reimbursement.

ATR is made possible through funds provided by DESE’s Office of Special Education and administered by MoAT. Additional program information and the link to the program application are located at www.at.mo.gov/at-reimbursement-for-schools/.

For additional information, contact Kara Adams at 816-655-6709 or by email at KAdams@mo-at.org.