Project 10’s six Regional Transition Representatives (RTRs) facilitated multiple secondary transition presentations across the three-day conference. The titles and brief descriptions are as follows:
Using Deferment and 18-22 Transition Programming to Support Postsecondary Readiness for Students with Disabilities
(VISIONS domain: Curriculum and Learning)
This comprehensive training assists school district personnel in developing a solid understanding of the process and eligibility requirements for deferring a student’s high school diploma. Included are federal and state legislation and timelines of required deferment-related activities.
Writing Effective Transition Individual Education Plans
(VISIONS domain: Systems Change)
This evidence-based training provides an in-depth view of various transition planning activities by using secondary transition scenarios to develop effective and compliant transition individual education plans that support students in achieving successful post-school outcomes. Topics covered include age-appropriate transition assessments, standard diploma options, transfer of rights, required transition components and timelines, and deferral of receipt of a standard diploma.
The Future Starts Now: Preparing for Secondary Transition in Middle School
(VISIONS domain: Curriculum and Learning)
This presentation highlights activities and strategies that support students transitioning from elementary school to middle school and from middle school to high school. Relevant legislation, timelines, and resources are provided.
Updates on Transition-Related Legislation in Florida
(VISIONS domain: Systems Change)
This presentation explores some of the new transition-related legislation that was passed in 2023 and details why this legislation is crucial for students with disabilities. Legislative topics include the following: age of majority, transfer of rights, guardianship, graduation requirements, career planning activities, and deferment of receipt of a standard diploma.
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