• When ILS students graduate from their comprehensive High Schools, they earn a Certificate of Achievement.

(Students have "achieved" completing the required high school credits)

• When TRACE students complete their program the year they turn 22 years old, they earn a Certificate of Completion

(Students have "completed" all requirements for special education public school district programs)

By California Education Code law [Cal. Educ. Code § 56026(c)(4)(D) ], your student must exit their SUHSD special education public school program the year your student turns age 22, using this schedule:

• If student turns 22 years of age during the months of January to June, inclusive, student will exit in June, and may elect to attend Extended School Year (ESY/Summer school).

• If student turns 22 years of age during the months of July, August, or September, student will exit in June of that year and is not permitted to begin a new program term in that Fall.

• If student turns 22 years of age during the months of October, November, or December, student will exit on December 31 of that year and is not permitted to begin a new program term the following year.

If your certificate student is not eligible for a social security card, they are still eligible for GGRC (Golden Gate Regional Center) services. Please check the "Students with GGRC" section for information on how to apply for GGRC and learn what other benefits your student may be eligible for.

There are college programs throughout California and the United States that serve students with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Typically, students that are appropriate for these programs are:

• Able to navigate the community independently (or can learn)

• Can read at least a 3rd or 4th grade level (sometimes not required, but preferred)

• Able to take public transit (or can learn)

Click here to explore these college programs with your student.

For students who do not fit the above profile, some Adult Day Programs collaborate with college programs to integrate an adapted class as part of their day program. If interested, it is worth it to inquire when looking at Adult Day Programs.

For more parent information about College Programs for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, click here.

It is recommended you connect with other parents of students and adults with Developmental Disabilities. You can share solutions or connect through similar experiences. Participate in inclusive events hosted by these organizations. Or use these organizations when researching services for your student.