Transition @ Lincoln
Preparing for Graduation:
Preparing for Graduation:
- Each parent and student is given the ECASD Transition Survey to guide the school and family in preparing the student transitionally for each IEP year.
- The IEP team completes the transition grid determining needs of services and activities in three categories: Post-Secondary Education, Employment, and Independent Living.
- Senior year, students will participate in a Senior Staffing with their parents to discuss transition topics and prepare for life after high school (Topics include: Agency Involvement, Education & Training, Employment, Independent Living, Living Arrangements, Money Management, Medical, Transportation)
- OVR is invited to IEP meetings with parent permission to discuss career goals and service needs. With the help of a parent or guardian, the student completes the OVR Online Pre-Application.
- Students enrolled in Transition 1 & 2 complete a resume, job application, cover letter, mock interview, etc.
- Students have access to Transition Field Trips offered, related to their employment or post-secondary goals. These are posted on Google Classroom and shared with students, parents, and teachers.
- College Visits: Students has access to visiting post-secondary schools and field trips offered by the district to various post-secondary options.
- Students have the opportunity to participate in Community Based Vocational Training, PETS program, work based learning experience, or job shadowing
- District offers a Financial Aid Information Night and a FAFSA Completion Night.
- Scholarships are accessible for all families but information is also available in the Guidance Office.
- Students are encouraged to obtain a reference letter.