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Writing Effective IEP Goals - April, 2025

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TDR: Preparing for IEP Meeting - September, 2023

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JCSD IEP Writing Essentials Training 8:24:26

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Understanding Language of Special Ed - March, 2026

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Understanding the Language of Special Education

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Understanding the Language of Special Education

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Understanding Language of Special Ed March, 2026 (1)

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Special Education for School Aged Children in Pennsylvania: A Guide for Families

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Special Education for School Aged Children in Pennsylvania: A Guide for Families

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TDR: Special Ed Overview - January, 2023

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Complex Support Needs Transition Grid with Service and Activity Examples

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Complex Support Needs Transition Grid with Service and Activity Examples

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Non-Complex Support Needs Transition Grid with Service and Activity Examples

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Non-Complex Support Needs Transition Grid with Service and Activity Examples

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Annotated Parental Consent to Excuse Members of the IEP Team Meeting

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Annotated Parental Consent to Excuse Members of the IEP Team Meeting

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Special Considerations: Guided Notes Activity

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Special Considerations: Guided Notes Activity

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Fillable PDF-TIU 11 Module 4 Guided Notes Activity

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Blind or Visually Impaired Considerations -May, 2024

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Considerations for Students who are Blind or Visually Impaired

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Considerations for Students who are Blind or Visually Impaired

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Teachers' Desk Reference: Assistive Technology

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Teachers' Desk Reference: Assistive Technology

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ELs: IEP Companion Checklist - March, 2023

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English Learners: IEP Companion Checklist

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English Learners: IEP Companion Checklist

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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.

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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.

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Steps for Effective Annual Secondary Transition Planning

How to create an IEP aligned transition plan

STEP

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STEP

Measurable Post-School Goals

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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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The Pennsylvania state assessment system is composed of assessments and the reporting associated with the results of those assessments. The assessment system includes the Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA), the Pennsylvania Alternate System of Assessment (PASA), the Pennsylvania Accountability System (PAS), the Pennsylvania Value-Added Assessment System (PVAAS), the Keystone Exams (end-of-course), Classroom Diagnostic Tools (CDT) and the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP). Learn more about these assessments and others below.

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SB 1095 shifts Pennsylvania's reliance on testing as a graduation requirement to provide alternatives for students to demonstrate readiness for postsecondary success.

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Supplementary Aids and Services Fact Sheet - March, 2026

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Supplementary Aids and Services Fact Sheet

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Supplementary Aids and Services Fact Sheet

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Delivery of Effective Related Services - September, 2024

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Extended School Year Services in Pennsylvania

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Extended School Year Services in Pennsylvania

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Formative Assessment Monitoring the progress of students with IEPs

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Measurable Annual Goals Development Guide

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Measurable Annual Goals Development Guide

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Measurable Annual Goal Development Guide

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Measurable Annual Goal Writing Check Sheet

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Developing Measurable Annual Goals Worksheet

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Developing Measurable Annual Goals Worksheet

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Calculating Ed Environment - January, 2025

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TDR: Communicating with Families - June, 2023

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Calculating Least Restrictive Environment (LRE), Part 1

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Calculating Least Restrictive Environment (LRE), Part 1

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Part 1: Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) Calculation Overview Training Video

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Part 2: Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) Calculation Practice Training Video

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Framework for Access and Belonging (FAB) Framework

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Framework for Access and Belonging (FAB) Framework

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Six Things never at IEP  Cheatham-et-al 

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6 Things to Never Say or Hear During an IEP Meeting

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6 Things to Never Say or Hear During an IEP Meeting

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P4 Six Things never at IEP  Cheatham-et-al 

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Samples of how to phrase varying parts of the Present Levels Section of the IEP

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Samples of how to phrase varying parts of the Present Levels Section of the IEP

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This series of tip sheets introduce key components of the individualized education program (IEP). They include brief summaries of federal regulations, tips for implementation, and resources. Check with your state for additional requirements.

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This series of tip sheets introduce key components of the individualized education program (IEP). They include brief summaries of federal regulations, tips for implementation, and resources. Check with your state for additional requirements.

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Sample Programming Goals for students with Autism

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Sample Programming Goals for students with Autism

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Accommodations guidelines for PSSA and Keystone exams 2026 Spring and Summer

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accommodations guidelines for pssa and keystone exams

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This revised Procedural Safeguards Notice includes updated contact information and the Bureau of Special Education Complaint Information Packet and Form.

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Communication Considerations for Students who are D/HH/DB - October, 2020

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Please complete our session evaluation for today!

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Please complete our session evaluation for today!

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PASA DLM Science Instruction and Assessment Updates-FAQs

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PASA DLM Science Instruction and Assessment Updates-FAQs

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Engaging Families in the IEP Process - July, 2023

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Choosing and Using Accommodations: IEP Team Considerations

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Choosing and Using Accommodations: IEP Team Considerations

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Choosing and Using Accommodations: IEP Team Considerations

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Start with the standards - Make sure the team is aware of what all students at a grade level are expected to know and be able to do.

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Your Role In the IEP Process Case Managers

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Your Role in the IEP Process: Case Managers

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Your Role in the IEP Process: Case Managers

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Your Role In the IEP Process Case Managers (1)

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Your Role In the IEP Process LEA Representatives

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Your Role in the IEP Process: LEA Representatives

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Your Role in the IEP Process: LEA Representatives

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Your Role In the IEP Process LEA Representatives (1)

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Your Role In the IEP Process General Education Teachers

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Your Role in the IEP Process: General Education Teachers

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Your Role in the IEP Process: General Education Teachers

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Your Role In the IEP Process General Education Teachers (1)

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TIU 11 Transition Council Resource Padlet

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TIU 11 Transition Council Resource Padlet

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This document contains examples of Pre-Employment Transition Services and School-Level Transition Services with regard to Pennsylvania’s Career Education and Work Standards (13.1-13.4): Career Awareness and Preparation, Career Acquisition, Career Retention and Advancement, and Entrepreneurship. The following provides an explanation of the chart and outlines the responsibilities for each service.