Oregon achieves . . . together!
Transitioning students with disabilities from secondary school to post-school options is a complex and collaborative effort. The Oregon Department of Education (ODE) is dedicated to supporting districts in preparing all students for college and career readiness. The 2023-24 Oregon Transition Resource Handbook is your go-to guide for this journey.
Key Insights from the Handbook
The Handbook covers a range of topics to assist educators, parents, and students in transition planning. Here are some of the highlights:
- Federal & State Law: Learn about the legal requirements that govern transition services.
- Case Examples: Real-life scenarios to illustrate how transition planning can be effectively implemented.
- Using Data: Understand how to use data to inform and improve transition outcomes.
- The Transition IEP: Comprehensive guidelines for creating and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
Oregon’s Shared Goal
ODE aims to improve transition outcomes for youth with disabilities by creating an equitable, sustainable, and simplified system that aligns across agencies and reduces redundancy. This unified approach ensures that every student has the resources they need to succeed.
Hot Topics in 2023-24
Stay updated with the latest priorities in special education:
- Senate Bill 3 - Personal Financial Education and Career Path Skills
- Senate Bill 819 – Abbreviated School Day Program Placements
- Senate Bill 992
- OSEP Updated Guidance General Supervision Requirements
- Supported Decision Making (HB2105)
- Updated Oregon Transition Education website
- Special Education Eligibility and Evaluation Changes
- Planning My Way to Work
- Guidance on Avoiding Mock Sheltered Workshops
- Seamless Transition
- ODE and CTE
Case Examples
The Handbook includes case studies of three students with varying disabilities to help educators apply transition concepts:
- Daniel: An 18-year-old with an intellectual disability and orthopedic impairment.
- Demarcus: A 17-year-old with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
- Allison: An 18-year-old with a specific learning disability in reading and written expression.
Using Data
Data is crucial for effective transition planning. The Handbook provides guidance on:
- Indicators and Predictors
- Post-School Outcomes
- Guiding Questions for Transition Data
The Transition IEP
The Transition IEP is a critical component of the transition process. The Handbook covers:
- Inviting the Student
- Age-Appropriate Transition Assessment (AATA)
- Present Level of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance (PLAAFP)
- Post-Secondary Goals
- Transition Services
- Courses of Study
- Measurable Annual IEP Goals
- Coordinating with Agencies
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