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Check out the Transition Community Map to see what resources are near your school, in your neighborhood, or are just great resources to help you transition to the next step of your life.
Transition Ideas - Checklist for 8th Graders
Transition Ideas - Checklist for 8th Graders
Be able to explain your disability and the accommodations.
Participate in IEP Meeting
Consider Assistive technology needs
Know your strengths, interest, and areas of need
Identify personal learning styles
Identify career interests and skills, complete interest and career inventories and identify additional education or training requirements.
Learn to effectively communicate your interests, preferences, and needs.
Broaden your experiences with community activities.
Pursue and use local transportation
Visit High School class rooms, learn how the expectations and services are different in High School.
Talk to Students/Parents about career goals, purpose of PTP, complete iTransition assessment, and then create PTP plan.
Work on Xello Activities/ Career Exploration
Review High School Graduation Requirements
Take part in extra-curricular activities (Clubs, Church, Volunteer, Sports, etc)
Volunteer in the community
Freshman Bridge (Usually 2 days the week before school starts) provides incoming 9th graders with the opportunities to learn more about the difference between middle school and high school. The goal is to ensure a smooth transition from 8th grade to 9th grade. Freshman will be involved in a variety of sessions and activities to meet that goal. In addition, get their school schedule, books, locker, and meet other students and some staff members.
This app will help you create a Postsecondary Transition Plan (PTP). It was designed for students with Individual Education Programs (IEPs), but anyone can use it. During the IEP Year in which you turn 14, the PTP becomes a part of your IEP. Your PTP is your roadmap for the future.
This app will help you create a Postsecondary Transition Plan (PTP). It was designed for students with Individual Education Programs (IEPs), but anyone can use it. During the IEP Year in which you turn 14, the PTP becomes a part of your IEP. Your PTP is your roadmap for the future.
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