Transition Services
TransitionDefinition
A coordinated set of activities for a student with a disability, designed to facilitate movement from school to post-school life. Transition planning must begin no later than the first IEP in effect when the student turns 16 (earlier in some states). Services are based on the student's strengths, preferences, and interests.
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Transition planning begins at age 16 (matching federal requirement). Individual Transition Plan (ITP) is part of the IEP.
Transition planning must begin at age 15, one year earlier than the federal mandate.
Transition planning must begin at age 16. Oregon has strong community-based transition programs.
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The section of the IEP that addresses a student's goals and services for life after high school. The plan must include measurable post-secondary goals related to training, education, employment, and (where appropriate) independent living. It must also include the transition services needed to reach those goals.
Measurable goals in the transition plan that describe what the student will do after leaving high school. Goals must address education/training (college, vocational training) and employment. Goals for independent living are included when appropriate. These goals drive the transition services in the IEP.
The age (typically 18) at which IDEA rights transfer from the parent to the student. Schools must inform parents and students about the transfer of rights at least one year before the student reaches the age of majority. Students can choose to have their parents continue to participate in decisions.
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