When you enter 8th grade at MVA, you'll receive a private link to your digital transition portfolio. This personalized portfolio is a space to explore and document your goals in key areas like...
🎓 College & postsecondary education
💼 Career exploration
🗣️ Self-advocacy
🏠 Independent living
Throughout the year, our workshops and monthly lessons will guide you through many of these activities—but you can also work on your portfolio at your own pace or with a parent.
During your senior year, you’ll meet one-on-one with the transition teacher to complete your “Life Map”—a final project that pulls together your research, ideas, and plans for the future.
Explore
Start by identifying your interests, strengths, and future dreams. Whether it’s college, a career, or independent living, this is where your planning journey begins.
Research
Use lessons, activities, and workshops to investigate schools, jobs, training programs, and life skills that align with your goals.
Refect
Document your thoughts, preferences, and needs. Think about what's important to you — and what kind of support will help you succeed.
Launch
In your senior year, you’ll complete your Life Map and finalize your Flight Plan to guide your next steps after high school.