Begin transition planning

Include the student in planning

Apply for Washington State Identification Card (go to DOL website)

Be sure to include self-advocacy goals in IEP (more about self-advocacy organizations in Washington)

Determine graduation date

Register to vote (go to website)

Open checking account

Apply for SSI benefits (go to website)

Enroll in Medicaid (go to website)

If appropriate, begin guardianship process

Apply for SSI (After turning 18, otherwise parent income will be considered and may disqualify your student)

Option to enroll in High School Transition Program until age 21 or continue on to post-secondary education

Apply for Clark County's Job Foundations. Your student needs to access this program before the start of their last year of adult transition.

Apply for DVR's employment services.