Preparing to transition from life after high school needs to start by the time the youth turns sixteen, according to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Transition planning is designed so the student will gain the necessary skills and services for a smooth transition to adult life. The secondary transition services written plan must identify long-range goals based upon the youth’s needs and preferences and have specific objectives and activities to reach these goals. Things to consider are vocational rehabilitation, volunteering, job shadowing, support on the job, college support services, transportation, SSI, independent living skills etc. Idaho Parents Unlimited teaches the workshop Success After High School.
Idaho Parents Unlimited pbulishes an indepth manual called Building a Bridge. To dowload it click here Building a Bridge. (pdf)
There is literature and information on transition available for parents who call in. Some helpful web sites include: www.nichcy.org, www.ncset.org, www.pacer.org.