Education transitions occur when children with disabilities move from one educational grade or school to another, from more restrictive to less restrictive settings, and from secondary school to adult life, college, and/or employment.
The Next Move Program provides work and educational experiences to young adults with disabilities as they transition out of high school into the world of work.
A Parent Ombudsman for Special Education is an informal source of information and referral, aids in answering individuals' questions and assists in the resolution of concerns and issues. The ombudsman serves as a resource to parents in non-legal special education matters.
Get Ready for College: A Resource for Teens with Disabilities is a free series of online lessons, each focusing on a different aspect in the college preparation, selection, and disability services process. These online lessons contain video presentations and resources that can be used to equip students and others with the knowledge and skills for the transition to postsecondary education. Topics include the differences between high school and college, postsecondary education and training, selecting a college best fit, getting accommodations in college, and what you can do now in high school to prepare for college.
About 46 of the 134 school divisions in Virginia maintain a PRC. In school divisions without PRCs, parents should contact teachers or administrators for the information and assistance they need.
The Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD) has produced A Comprehensive Approach to Transition to help people work together to support the self-determined transition of youth to adulthood and community life.
Think College is a national organization dedicated to developing, expanding, and improving inclusive higher education options for people with intellectual disability.