The Nuts and Bolts of Secondary Transition

Educators who attend this professional development session will understand the basics of transition planning requirements under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) for students with disabilities. This introductory training will provide a brief overview of the foundational theories that guide quality transition planning. Participants will learn about secondary transition (a) best practices, (b) legal requirements, (c) tips for creating compliant secondary transition plans, and (d) how to capture this information within SEDS (Special Education Data System). Additionally, participants will receive information about interagency collaboration and become familiar with resources that can support

Participants who attend the entirety of the three-hour session will be eligible to receive three OSSE Professional Learning Units (PLUs). Special educators, transition specialists, and school-based administrators are encouraged to participate.

For more information or questions, please contact Jennifer Carpenter at Jennifer.Carpenter@dc.gov.