The workshop will provide an overview of transition planning, including applicable federal and state laws and regulations.  The presenters will discuss elements and goals of transition planning, including examples of quality and poor transition planning.  The presenters will provide an overview of transition planning resources, including state and nonprofit resources.          

Training Format/Duration: Classroom/1-3 hours

This workshop is designed to help you:

  1. Discuss laws relevant to transition.
  2. Describe elements of effective transition planning
  3. Create the transition planning section of an IEP
  4. Explain the recent MSDE technical assistance bulletins developed around transition planning.      
  5. List the resources for transition planning

Target Populations:

  • Educators
  • Paraprofessionals
  • Support and other school staff
  • Psychologists
  • Social workers
  • Counselors
  • Law professionals
  • Family members