If you’re thinking about beginning the transition process for your teen with intellectual or developmental disabilities, The New York State Education Department suggests you begin by assessing your child’s goals and needs. Here is a list of questions that can help guide you in the process:
When transitions have been made in the past, such as from one school to another, were problems encountered, and if so, what were they?
What other agencies currently provide services for the student or are expected to do so after graduation?
What skills must the student develop to prepare to live, learn and work in the community as an adult?
What would you like the school district to do to assist you in planning for the student’s living, working and educational needs after completing high school?
Does the student need testing accommodations to be able to truly exhibit knowledge and demonstrate skills?
What credits and examinations will the student have to have to earn a diploma? Is the student receiving credit in general education or special education classes?
Will the student need to stay in school beyond age 18 to receive a diploma?
In what areas does the student need instruction to develop independent living skills?
What living arrangements will the student require as an adult?
When will the student be taking the Preliminary Competency Tests, Regents Competency Tests or Regents examinations? If the student does not earn a Regents or local diploma, what options are available to him or her?
How can I help prepare my child for future employment opportunities?
What kinds of jobs seem most interesting to the student?
What vocational training programs do you prefer for the student?
What medical concerns, if any, do you have about the student's vocational placement?
What skills does she or he need to reach career goals?
What job do you foresee the student doing after school is completed?
After graduation from school, what do you think the student’s living situation will be?
In what leisure or recreational activities does the student participate alone or with family or friends?
What are other leisure or recreational activities you would like the student to participate in?
What classes or activities do you recommend for the student to participate in to develop more leisure interests and skills?
Learn more at www.p12.nysed.gov.
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