I was at a transition fair in Kansas City this spring, chatting with families and showing off the Smart Steps Mobile app. A young man—we’ll call him Ian—walked up to my table. Ian had a friendly smile and curious eyes, so I asked if he’d like to see how the app worked. He shrugged a […]
Okay, new graduate. You’ve finished high school, and your classmates, at least most of them, are going on to college. You say to yourself, I want to go to college! Of course, you want to do what your friends are doing, right? It’s understandable that you don’t want to stay at home while everyone else […]
My Child is Growing Up! What Can I Do to Prepare for the Future? Yes, children with disabilities do grow up. IEP teams are required to begin the transition planning process in early adolescence. While we might focus on academic skills, it’s important to look at behavior, routines, and social skills. Sometimes we enjoy […]
Individuals with disabilities go through many transitions in their school career as they progress through elementary, middle school and high school. At each stage, teams discuss how to make the transition as smooth as possible. What is expected at the next level? Will teachers understand his or her needs? How can we make it less […]
