Louisiana

The following goals have been identified for the AIM project in Louisiana (AIM-LA): 1) Develop data management and tracking systems for administering NIMAS files and instructional materials in accessible formats, 2) Develop and implement a plan for providing professional development designed to improve the capacity of LEAs to understand the legal requirements for AIM, identify students with print disabilities, determine which specialized formats and technology tools are appropriate for students with print disabilities, and acquire specialized formats and supporting tools to students with print disabilities, and 3) Improve LDE communications regarding accessible instructional materials and NIMAS by developing talking points and a core message for sharing with others.

AIM State Project Director

Jackie Bobbett, Ph.D.
Division of School Improvement and Assistance
Louisiana Department of Education
P.O. Box 94064
Baton Rouge, LA
Voice: 877-453-2721
Fax: 225-342-0178
jackie [dot] bobbettla [dot] gov

Textbook Acquisition

Louisiana is a textbook adoption state. For more information about textbook adoption in Louisiana refer to http://www.doe.state.la.us/lde/eia/577.html [1].

Policy Positions & Documents

Bulletin 1794, State Textbook Adoption Policy and Procedure Manual. This bulletin identifies Louisiana's policy for textbook adoption and the provision of accessible instructional materials in specialized formats, including NIMAS.

Proposed Laws

There are no proposed laws at this time.

Coordinate with NIMAC?

Yes. NIMAC Authorized User(s): Jackie Bobbett, State Coordinator, LIMC, LATI-Region 6.

Definition of “Timely Manner”

LA Bulletin 1794, §301. Timely Manner?at the same time as non-disabled peers.

Parent Information & Advocacy Resources

Margaret Brolin
margaret [dot] brolinla [dot] gov
Parent Involvement Coordinator
LA Department of Education
Voice: 225-219-0363
Fax: 225-219-4439
http://www.doe.state.la.us/lde/family/1638.html [2]