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Planning for Transition
What is Transition Planning?
Transition is about planning for life! It includes planning for:
Academic and non-academic courses & learning experiences,
Employment & related training opportunities,
Choices about where to live in the community, and
What to do for fun & socialization.
When does Transition Planning Begin?
Transition Planning should begin at age 12 in which post secondary goals are established for Education & Training, Employment and Independent Living.At age 16, the student’s IEP will describe the Instruction, Community Experience, Related Services, Adult Living, and Employment Activities that will assist the student in achieving post secondary goals.
Transition Planning takes place during the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process. This is a time when the student shares his/her plans for life after high school with the IEP team.
What areas should Transition Planning address within the IEP?
Student Needs, Strengths, Preferences & Interest
Rights & Responsibilities
Transition Assessments
School, Home & Community Supports
Post Secondary Employment Goals
Post Secondary Education & Training Goals
Post Secondary Independent Living Goals
Course of Study
Transition Activities
Who is involved in Transition Planning?
Individualized Education Planning (IEP) Team
Community Agency Representatives
School Counselors
Student Invitees( Employer, Friends, Relatives, Neighbors, etc.)