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Special Education/Transition Planning

Beginning before the student turns age 14 and annually thereafter, transition needs are discussed at the student’s annual ARD meeting. 

Based on the student’s needs, taking into account the student’s strengths, interests and preferences, transition services are developed as a coordinated set of activities designed within a results-oriented process that is focused on:

  • Improving the academic and functional achievement of the student to facilitate movement from school to post school activities including post secondary education, vocational training, integrated employment (including supported employment)
  • Continuing and adult educationStudent
  • Adult services
  • Independent living or community participation. 

Services may include:

  • Instruction,
  • Related services
  • Community experiences
  • Development of employment and other post-school adult living objectives
  • If appropriate, acquisition of daily living skills and functional vocational evaluation

At the high school level the campus Vocational Adjustment Coordinator (VAC) is the liaison regarding transition planning activities.  The district Transition Specialist is the liaison regarding transition services for the elementary and middle school levels.

For additional information please contact:

Sandy Brown
Transition Specialist
(972) 487-3300