Consider the following checklist
of activities as a guide when developing a transition
plan for a student with disabilities. It is important
to keep in mind that the student's skills and interests
will determine which activities on the checklist are
relevant. The checklist, listed by grade level, can
also assist in identifying who should be part of the
transition team. Responsibilities for carrying out specific
activities should be determined at the IEP meetings.
At Age 14, students with support
from their parents may...
- Discuss career plans, options,
dreams, and goals
- Develop a systematic plan of
study
- Review the requirements necessary
for high school graduation
- Be made aware of career training
opportunities in school and in the community
- Understand education and training
requirements in their career areas of interests
- Become familiar with student
organizations or clubs in the school or in the community
- Understand the importance of
staying in school and getting a diploma
- Understand the difference between
a Diploma and a Certificate of Educational Achievement
or Completion
At Age 15 or 16, students with support
from their parents may...
- Review their academic performance
and progress
- Check on financial aid and scholarship
opportunities attend career fairs
- Talk with people who work in
positions that they areinterested in
- Explore degree programs or vocational
programs available at you local community college
- Continue to understand the importance
of staying in school, earning a diploma, pursuing
options after high school
- Review the 11th grade plan of
study, including as many general education classes
as appropriate
At Age 16 or 17, students with support
from their parents may...
- Check on college entrance exam
dates and registration procedures
- Review their academic performance
and progress
- Identify entrance requirements
of various after- high school (post secondary) career
training options in the community
- Review graduation requirements
and your son's or daughter's progress toward earning
a diploma
- Check on financial aid and scholarships
- Learn about the salary and benefits
in the career areas of interest
- Check on the education and training
requirements of their areas of interest
- Review the 12th grade plan of
study, including as many general education classes
as appropriate
At Age 18, students with support
from their parents may...
- Check due dates for financial
aid and scholarships
- Recheck graduation requirements
and their progress toward graduation
- Complete and check applications
to postsecondary education or career training options
- Check on available support services
in college or career training options (for example,
Disable Student Services at the local community college)
- Learn about costs associated
with postschool training and/or living arrangements
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