Summary
Individualized
transition plan
Transition
planning
process
In summary, formal transition planning is most effective when participants
systematically use collaborative principles for decision making, carefully
document to ensure due process, and thoroughly analyse resources and
services available. Resources, finances, and programs are often shared among
a variety of departments and agencies and require a collaborative team
approach in order to co-ordinate services effectively.
Collaborative
consultation
Effective transition planning implies
Policy and guiding principles
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early identification and assessment
individualized program planning
collaboration between home, school, and community
informed and involved parent(s)/guardian(s) and, when appropriate,
students
knowledge of community-based programming and services
understanding of and respect for issues of race, religion, ethnicity,
culture, language, and sexuality
accurate record keeping
advocacy
willingness of partners to be flexible
clearly assigned roles and responsibilities
an understanding and acceptance that transition is a lifelong process
tracking, monitoring, and evaluating both the plan and the process
TRANSITION PLANNING FOR STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
THE EARLY YEARS THROUGH TO ADULT LIFE