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         <description><![CDATA[<p>Information sheet describing the services available to students transitioning from high school to work</p>]]></description>
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         <description><![CDATA[<p>Services to help people with developmental disabilities live, work and take part in the community</p>]]></description>
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         <description><![CDATA[<p>We recommend subscribing to CTS News You Choose messages for more reminders and information.</p>]]></description>
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         <description><![CDATA[<p>¡Bienvenidos al año escolar 2026-27!</p>]]></description>
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         <description><![CDATA[<p>مرحبا بكم في العام الدراسي 2026-27!</p>]]></description>
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         <description><![CDATA[<p>2026-27 تعلیمی سال میں خوش آمدید!</p>]]></description>
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         <description><![CDATA[<p>Chào mừng bạn đến với năm học 2026-27!</p>]]></description>
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         <description><![CDATA[<p>Successful transition to a variety of postsecondary options is achieved through a continuum of instructional strategies, collaborative interdisciplinary team supports, use of technology, and awareness of and access to community resources.</p>]]></description>
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