What are transition services?
IDEA defines transition services as,”a coordinated set of activities within a result-oriented process that is focused on improving the academic and functional achievement of the child with a disability, and to facilitate the child’s movement from school to post-school activities, including postsecondary school activities.”
What is IDEA?
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is a federal law that defines the role of teachers, support staff, auxiliary services, and family members to teach, coach, mentor, and encourage students with special needs to think about and plan life goals after high school. During this process post-high school services, support, or programs are identified and linked to students and their families.
Measurable postsecondary goals are required for:
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Parent perspective
As a parent of a teen with disabilities, it is important to plan early for this transition. This includes working with the child to set goals and plan for:
- Health care needs;
- Possibly switching to a different doctor or practice;
- Education beyond high school;
- Work;
- Independent living;
- moving out of his/her parents home; and
- Participating in the community
Documents that define and support transition criteria: IEP pages 3-5
- Page 3: Statement of Transition Needs for students 14 to 21 years of age.
- Page 4: Statement of Transition Services for students 16-21 years of age.
- Page 5: Agency Collaboration and Responsibilities for students 16-21 years of age.
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