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Future Planning: A Roadmap of Our Futures Wishes (Arizona Developmental Disabilities Planning Council)

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Future Planning: A Roadmap of Our Futures Wishes (Arizona Developmental Disabilities Planning Council)

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"This Roadmap reflects the efforts and contributions from individuals with disabilities, family members, direct support professionals, and other professionals in the disability field. We hope that it becomes one of many useful tools that are available to help you during your personal and unique journey of planning for your futures. Our goal is to integrate the research about future planning and apply it to something useful. Most importantly, this Roadmap reflects the experiences that you have shared with us."

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PA Planning for the Future Transition Checklist (PEAL)

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PA Planning for the Future Transition Checklist (PEAL)

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"The checklist is intended as a resource for students (with support from their families, schools, and supporting agency professionals) to review and help provide information and suggestions to guide the transition process for students with disabilities, grades 7 - 12, (ages 14 up to 22nd birthday). The checklist is designed for all students - regardless of whether they have an Individualized Education Program (IEP), a 504 Plan (under Section 504 of Rehabilitation Act, 1973), or have not been identified to receive services and supports. Every student is different and should have their own individualized transition plan."

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PACER's Student Led IEP Meeting Youth Snapshot

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PACER's Student Led IEP Meeting Youth Snapshot

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PACER's My IEP Owners Manual for Transition Age Youth

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PACER's My IEP Owners Manual for Transition Age Youth

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PACER's Individualized Education Program (IEP) Meeting Checklist for Youth

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PACER's Individualized Education Program (IEP) Meeting Checklist for Youth

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PACER's Before Your Next Individualized Education Program (IEP)Meeting: Tips for Teachers of Transition-age Students

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PACER's Before Your Next Individualized Education Program (IEP)Meeting: Tips for Teachers of Transition-age Students

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PACER's Individualized Education Program (IEP) Meeting Checklist for Teachers of Transition Age Youth

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PACER's Individualized Education Program (IEP) Meeting Checklist for Teachers of Transition Age Youth

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PACER Center Champions for Children with Disabilities

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PACER Center Champions for Children with Disabilities

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This website has some valuable self-advocacy tools.

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Advocating for Myself - Transition to Life After High School - PACER Center

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To hear tips from other students with disabilities who have learned to advocate for themselves in high school and college, watch the videos in the Let's Talk about Self-Advocacy collection.

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I'm Determined Student Led IEP Template for IEP Meetings

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Use this template upon completion of the What are my interests?  PA CareerZone document from above.

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Career Research template provided below.

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IU1 Transition Support - Links and Online Resources

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IU1 Transition Support - Documents and Downloads

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Transition Support Documents and Downloads

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Working with the Bureau of Special Education (BSE), Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE), PaTTAN provides a full array of professional development and technical assistance targeted to improving student results. This professional development and technical assistance takes many forms in order to meet the varied needs of PaTTAN's constituents. Week-long summer institutes, ongoing professional development series, webinars, on-site assistance, and individual student or teacher supports are some of the means by which PaTTAN provides support to schools.

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Working with the Bureau of Special Education (BSE), Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE), PaTTAN provides a full array of professional development and technical assistance targeted to improving student results. This professional development and technical assistance takes many forms in order to meet the varied needs of PaTTAN's constituents.

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Transition Discoveries | Your Voice . Your Story . Your Future

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What is Secondary Transition?

Transition planning is a multistep process that guides a youth from high school into adult living after they leave school.

Planning begins at age 14, or younger if determined appropriately by the IEP team, and continues through high school as academic instruction and community experiences help clarify and support students' goals.

Post-Secondary Education

Preparing students to pursue their dreams of further education or training.

Employment

Preparing all students to be competitively employed or supported through the appropriate continuum of employment services.

Independent Living

Fostering skills for living independently in the community of their choice.

Understanding the Memorandum: OVR and BSE Working Together as One

This series will overview the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) agreement between the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR) and the Bureau of Special Education (BSE) pertaining to the provision of secondary transition services for students with disabilities. Throughout the series, participants will be introduced to tools for collaboration between OVR, BSE, Local Education Agencies (LEAs), youth, and families.

Download Handouts

EFFECTIVE TRANSITION PRACTICES

Strong secondary transition plans start with effective transition practices within a school. By using the principles of Transition Discoveries, aligning efforts with the PA Career and Work Standards, and effectively collaborating with other transition stakeholders, educators are able to create ways for the transition team to develop and provide experiences to ensure that all young people with disabilities, families, and professionals are empowered to create a successful transition plan.

Learn More

Steps for Effective Annual Secondary Transition Planning

How to create an IEP aligned transition plan

STEP

STEP

STEP

Measurable Post-School Goals

STEP

STEP

Measurable Annual Goals and Progress Monitoring

Featured Resources

The PA Community on Transition offers resources on a variety of topics, all focused on improving outcomes for students with disabilities.

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PA Transition Resources: Take a step ahead in Secondary Transition

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Ready to make a difference with the world's strongest & effective secondary transition plan? Get a step ahead with PA Transition to shape bright future for independent living.

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Search by state for colleges and universities offering opportunities to students with intellectual disability

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Recreation & Relaxation Lesson Plan: All Subjects | Any Age | Any Learning Environment | Open Source & Globally Collaborative

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A free-shared Recreation & Relaxation lesson plan archive for teaching all educational subjects to all educational levels within the context and theme of "Recreation & Relaxation." It is purposed for use in community education environments, home school environments, traditional schooling environments, or as a supplemental and fun addition to any education program.

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Pennsylvania CareerZone - Budget Your Money

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The Pennsylvania CareerZone helps students, educators, jobseekers, and others access up-to-date information on wages, job openings, and other information specific to their state along with great information on careers, colleges, and more.

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Practical Money Skills - Lessons for Special Needs

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These lesson plans enable students with learning disabilities to gain important personal finance skills.

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Practical Money Skills - Lessons for Grades 9 – 12

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Teach high schoolers the financial skills they will need to manage a salary, buy a car and avoid debt.

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Student Directed IEP Script - Ten Easy Steps Script

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Pennsylvania Community Living Waiver Information

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Pennsylvania Person Family Directed Support Waiver Information

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Transition Guide – Self-Determination (Ages 18-21)

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Copy of Copy of Transition Guide – Self-Determination (Ages 18-21)

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Transition Guide – Self-Determination (Ages 16-17)

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Copy of Copy of Transition Guide – Self-Determination (Ages 16-17)

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Transition Guide – Self-Determination (Ages 15-16)

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Copy of Copy of Transition Guide – Self-Determination (Ages 15-16)

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Transition Guide – Self-Determination (Ages 14-15)

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Copy of Copy of Transition Guide – Self-Determination (Ages 14-15)

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I'm Determined Goal Plan Implementation Guide

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I'm Determined One Pager Implementation Guide

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Copy of Copy of Student-Led IEP Meeting Video Worksheet (2)

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Career Connect: Lesson 17 Interpreting Pay Stubs

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Copy of Copy of Career Connect_ Lesson 17_ Interpreting Pay Stubs (3)

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Career Connect: Lesson 5 Understanding Paychecks

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Copy of Copy of Career Connect_ Lesson 5_ Understanding Paychecks (3)

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Write a Cover Letter - MOCK COVER LETTER for John Smith

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Copy of MOCK COVER LETTER for John Smith (3)

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Write a Resume - MOCK RESUME for John Smith

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Sample Job Application - Part 3 of Complete a Job Application

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Refer to the What are my interests? PA CareerZone document located underneath the Job Exploration tab in this Padlet.

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Copy of Copy of Mock Interview Student_Learner Reflection Worksheet (3)

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Copy of Copy of Mock Interview Rating Sheet (3)

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Sample Mock Interview Questions for Employers

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Copy of Copy of Sample Mock Interview Questions for Employers (3)

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Financial Education | Pennsylvania Assistive Technology Foundation

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An important part of our mission is providing financial education to people with disabilities. Our education efforts help people make more informed decisions about managing their personal finances and take... [ Read Financial Education ]

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PA AT Foundation Cents and Sensibility Financial Curriculum Book

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PA AT Foundation Cents and Sensibility Financial Curriclum Book (3)

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" MoneySKILL provides educators with the tools to create high-quality, custom, personal finance courses. The curriculum covers a broad range of personal finance topics and can be used in a variety of learning environments. Sign up as an instructor today to start creating your first class!"

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I like MoneySKILL because it prepares students to make adult decisions, using materials that treat them as adults, not to mention that it's free. Much of the curriculum in high school personal finance tends to provide materials that seem more appropriate for middle school. Those materials will quickly lose the interest of a high school senior.

- Linda Smith
Economics Teacher
Rockwall, Texas

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I like MoneySKILL because it prepares students to make adult decisions, using materials that treat them as adults, not to mention that it's free. Much of the curriculum in high school personal finance tends to provide materials that seem more appropriate for middle school. Those materials will quickly lose the interest of a high school senior.

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T-Folio - Unit 4: Workplace Readiness Training

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Copy of Copy of Job Shadowing Student_Learner Reflection (3)

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Copy of Copy of Job Shadowing Research Activity (3)

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Copy of Copy of Informational Interview Student_Learner Reflection (3)

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Copy of Copy of Informational Interview Research Activity (3)

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Copy of Copy of Informational Interview_Job Shadowing Questions (3)

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Copy of Copy of Workplace Tour Student_Learner Reflection (3)

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Copy of Copy of Workplace Tour Research Activity (2)

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Copy of Copy of Career Mentoring Student_Learner Reflection (3)

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T-Folio - Unit 3: Work-Based Learning Experiences

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Transition Guide – Employment (Ages 18-21) I’m Determined

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Copy of Copy of Transition Guide – Employment (Ages 18-21)

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Transition Guide – Employment (Ages 16-17) I’m Determined

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Copy of Copy of Transition Guide – Employment (Ages 16-17)

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Transition Guide – Employment (Ages 15-16) I’m Determined

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Copy of Copy of Transition Guide – Employment (Ages 15-16)

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Job Shadowing Research Activity (provided below).

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Transition Guide – Employment (Ages 14-15)

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Transition Guide – Post-Secondary Education & Training (Ages 18-21) I’m Determined PaTTAN: Planning for the Future Checklist Summary of Academic Achievement and

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Transition Guide – Post-Secondary Education & Training (Ages 16-17) I’m Determined

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T-Folio - Unit 1: Job Exploration Groundwork

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Transition Guide – Post-Secondary Education & Training (Ages 15-16) I’m Determined PaTTAN: Planning for the Future Checklist

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Transition Guide – Post-Secondary Education & Training (Ages 14-15) I’m Determined

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Worksheet goes to the Meet the Scholars | DO-IT website above.

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Learn more about past and present Scholars Snapshots A yearbook following the academic and career paths of DO-IT Scholars. Scholar Awards and Achievements Celebrate the impressive accomplishments of DO-IT Scholars and Ambassadors! DO-IT and AccessSTEM Improve Transitions to STEM Education and Careers An audio interview with Director Sheryl Burgstahler and DO-IT Scholars.

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It is crucial that youth and families begin planning for how postsecondary education costs will be covered as early as possible. This includes knowing when to submit financial aid paperwork, accessing programs that may help cover certain costs and using other savings strategies.

Videos

College Costs: Net Price Calculator
Overview of the Financial Aid Process
After the FAFSA: What Happens Next

For more videos on this topic, visit our Videos page.

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Postsecondary Financial Aid - National Parent Center on Transition and Employment

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It is crucial that youth and families begin planning for how postsecondary education costs will be covered as early as possible. This includes knowing when to submit financial aid paperwork, accessing programs that may help cover certain costs and using other savings strategies.

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The SAT supports success in school and can help you on your path to college. Access your My SAT Dashboard to register or send SAT scores.

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College Search and Comparison - Use College Search - Think College and College Search Guide websites listed below.

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County Technical School Research Project

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CTE Vocational Program Visit Review/Follow Up Form

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T-Folio - Unit 2: Postsecondary Employment and Education Options

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I'm Determined Good Day App

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The purpose of the good day plan is to help you have a good day, every day!

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I'm Determined One Pager App

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The Arc's Self-Determination Scale - Adolescent version REV2013 (1)