What is Transition?

According to IDEA 1997, transition services are defined as:

• a coordinated set of activities for a student with disabilities,
• designed within an outcome-oriented process , which promotes movement from school to post-school activities, including
  • postsecondary education,
  • vocational training,
  • integrated employment (including supported employment),
  • continuing and adult education,
  • adult services,
  • independent living, or
  • community participation.;
• the coordinated set of activities shall be based upon the individual student's needs, taking into account the student's preferences and interests ; and
• includes instruction, related services, community experiences, the development of employent and other post-school adult living objectives, and, if appropriate, the acquistion of daily living skills and functional vocational evaluation.