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Utah State Board of Education Special Education Rules
September 11, 2015
Transition services is a set of activities that is “designed to be within a results-oriented process, is focused on improving the academic and functional achievement of the student with a disability to facilitate the student’s movement from school ...
Show Me Careers: Missouri's Transition-to-Employment Collaborative
September 11, 2015
“The Show-Me-Careers project targets youth ages 16-30 with I/DD who are transitioning from secondary or post-secondary educational settings to community employment. Show-Me-Careers is funded by the Administration on Intellectual and Developmental ...
MA Department of Education – Transition Specialist Training Requirements
September 11, 2015
Staff who provide employment services must have subject matter knowledge of:“Foundations and implementation of transition education and transition services;”“Individual transition assessment and system evaluation, including conducting, ...
Missouri Transition Coalition
September 11, 2015
Since 2000, the Transition Coalition, located at the University of Kansas, Beach Center on Disability, has been maximizing professional development opportunities for secondary transition and college and career readiness of youth with disabilities.Our ...
Missouri Connections Career Development & Planning Program
September 11, 2015
“Missouri Connections is a comprehensive, online, career development and planning program that is provided free of charge to all Missouri citizens. Funded by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and the Missouri Division ...
Missouri Career Guide
September 11, 2015
“This guide was developed through a partnership of state agencies to help Missourians of all ages, genders, and backgrounds create personal career plans that lead to fulfillment and success.” Partners include Missouri Economic Research and Information ...
Missouri Interagency Transition Team (MITT)
September 11, 2015
“The Missouri Interagency Transition Team (MITT) formed in 2007 by the Office of Special Education at the Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education to increase interagency collaboration at the state, regional, and local levels. ...
Missouri DoE Regional Professional Development Center (RPDC) Consultant
September 11, 2015
Each of the nine regions of Missouri has a Regional Professional Development Center (RPDC) Consultant who specializes in transition. These consultants provide regional and local trainings on Transition Planning and the Updated Form C, Transition Assessment, ...
Maryland Executive Order 01.01.2007.13
September 11, 2015
"It is the policy of the State of Maryland to ensure a smooth and effective transition for all students with disabilities from secondary education to adult services such as postsecondary education and employment; and to provide transition planning for ...
NE VR Public School Partnerships
September 11, 2015
“The purpose of VR’s Partnership with schools is to provide information to educators about Vocational Rehabilitation Programs and help educators and VR staff to better coordinate transition services on the behalf of students with ...
Blueprint for Reform for Individuals with Disabilities
July 31, 2015
“The California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR), California Department of Education (CDE), and California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) have entered into a new agreement consistent with the State's ‘Employment First’ ...
MD Governor’s Interagency Transition Council (IATC)
September 12, 2015
~~The Interagency Transition Council for Youth with Disabilities (IATC) is a partnership of State and local government agencies, educators, family members and advocates. The IATC's purpose is to help improve the policies and practices that affect Maryland ...
Maryland Learning Links - About Us
September 12, 2015
~~“Maryland Learning Links is the Maryland State Department of Education, Division of Early Intervention and Special Education Services’ (DEI/SES) online portal providing educators and leaders with the special education resources, guidance, and ...
Maryland Center for Developmental Disabilities
September 12, 2015
~~“The Maryland Center for Developmental Disabilities is one of a national network of University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities funded by the Administration on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.Our mission is to provide ...
Annual Maryland Transition Conference
September 12, 2015
Sponsored by the Governor's Interagency Transition Council, for Youth with Disabilities. Topics Include:EmploymentPostsecondary EducationAdult Service LinkagesAccommodations & SupportsYouth Development & LeadershipHousing
Maryland Transition Planning Guide
September 12, 2015
"The Maryland State Department of Education Transition Planning Guide focuses on the movement of your child with disabilities from school to appropriate postsecondary outcomes and supports the preparation for moving on to the next stage in life. Not ...
Maryland DoE ESEA Flexibility Waiver
September 12, 2015
“MSDE’s core values of commitment to every student, belief that all students can and must learn, certainty that schools must help students grow, and conviction that the educator evaluation system must be equitable are achieved through ...
The University of Montana Rural Transition & Employment
September 12, 2015
"What We DoSince 2000, we’ve focused several of our projects on customized community employment for youth with significant disabilities. We have developed and implemented unique models of transition planning that continue to evolve as we learn more ...
DEI Grantee Abstracts (CA Round 2)
July 31, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving Social Security ...
CA Employment First Memorandum of Understanding
July 31, 2015
This project will use a multi-faceted approach to apply key elements from high performing states in integrated competitive employment and principles of Collaborative Leadership. A unified value, vision, and expectation for competitive integrated employment ...
WV Memorandum of Understanding between the Division of Rehabilitative Services and Department of Education on Transition
September 12, 2015
“The cooperative agreement shall assure that each student with a disability in the state who needs special education and/or vocational rehabilitation services is promptly identified and the appropriate transition services are made available to the ...
West Virginia Developmental Disabilities Council Five Year State Plan FFY 2017-2021
September 12, 2015
“The West Virginia Council coordinated activities during the Fall of 2015 and Spring of 2016 that encouraged people to provide their views on a wide range of issues affecting people with developmental disabilities and their families. Nearly six hundred ...
California Employment Consortium for Youth
July 31, 2015
“California Employment Consortium for Youth: California was awarded a federal 5-year employment systems change grant by The Administration on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities to increase the number of youth and young adults with intellectual ...
Workforce West Virginia Interagency Collaborative Team Memorandum of Understanding 2016-2017
September 12, 2015
“West Virginia state agencies effectively collaborating to define, build and sustain an integrated comprehensive workforce development system that: Ensures universal access; has the right agency doing the right job; focuses on meeting the customer ...
WV Customized Employment Grant
September 12, 2015
“This funding announcement is intended to provide support to agencies that can work with employers in meeting their needs by finding, maintaining and improving the employment status of individuals with disabilities in competitive employment in ...
MO DoE ESEA Flexibility Request Approval
September 12, 2015
The Missouri Department of Secondary and Elementary Education's ESEA flexibility request was approved on June 29, 2012.
Mississippi Executive Order 1335
September 13, 2015
“Whereas, my administration is committed to supporting policies under which agencies that provide services to persons with disabilities and/or provide employment, economic development, or other related services explore employment in an integrated ...
Mississippi Concurrent Resolution No. 563
September 13, 2015
“State agencies that provide services and support to persons with disabilities shall coordinate efforts and collaborate within and among such agencies to ensure that state programs, policies, procedures and funding support competitive employment in ...
MS Partnerships in Employment
September 13, 2015
“Mississippi Partnerships in Employment (MSPE) will build capacity across existing state systems for sustainable systems change to improve outcomes for youth and young adults with DD/ID seeking competitive employment in integrated settings. The ...
Minnesota Employment First Policy
September 13, 2015
The Employment First Policy envisions a future where all people with disabilities can achieve competitive, integrated employment. Competitive employment means:· Full-time, part-time, or ...
Minnesota’s Olmstead Plan
September 13, 2015
“In January 2013, Governor Mark Dayton issued an Executive Order establishing a Sub-Cabinet to develop and implement a comprehensive plan supporting freedom of choice and opportunity for people with disabilities…The Sub-Cabinet evaluates ...
Minnesota DEI Grant Abstract (Round 5)
September 14, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people with disabilities who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving ...
Oregon Executive Order 15-01 - Providing employment services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
September 14, 2015
Supersedes Executive Order 13-04 “This Executive Order revises and supersedes Executive Order 13-04 in order to provide further policy guidance intended to continue the state’s progress in these areas [providing supported employment services ...
Oregon Integrated Employment Services to Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
September 14, 2015
“Executive Order 15-01 which supersedes Executive Order 13-04 and outlines detailed strategies and requires the Oregon Department of Human Services (Department) to work with the Oregon Department of Education (ODE) to further improve Oregon’s ...
Oregon Employment First – Comprehensive Services Developmental Disabilities Program
September 14, 2015
“Oregon has been successful in developing community-based care and discouraging institutionalization of seniors and the disabled because of their exceptional case management system. Through the case management program, consumers get information and ...
Oregon Department of Human Services Integrated Employment Plan Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (revised 1/31/15)
September 14, 2015
"This Order recognizes the strategic importance of improving the work and economic opportunities of all Oregonians including those with Intellectual and other Developmental Disabilities (I/DD). More specifically, the Order sets forth strategies to be ...
Oregon Memorandum of Understanding on Transition of Students with Disabilities to the Workforce
September 14, 2015
“Together with Executive Order No.15-01, this Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) recognizes that, while the State cannot guarantee jobs, Oregon starts with the presumption that everyone can be employed in an integrated setting in a community-based ...
Oregon Project ACCESS
September 14, 2015
“The purpose of Project Access is to establish, implement, and evaluate a multi-level interagency transition model in the state of Oregon. The overall goal of the project is to improve and extend transition services to a greater number of youth with ...
Vermont Assistive Technology Program
September 14, 2015
“The Mission of the Vermont Assistive Technology Program is to increase awareness and knowledge, and to change policies and practices to ensure assistive technology is available through all services to Vermonters with disabilities.""Our Vision ...
Vermont Assistive Technology Program
September 14, 2015
~~“The Vermont Assistive Technology Program (VATP) is Vermont’s federal AT Act Program. The AT Act programs operate under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services: Administration for Community Living.The AT Act Programs help individuals of ...
The Virginians with Disabilities Act ( 51.5-1) of 1989
September 14, 2015
“ It is the policy of the Commonwealth to encourage and enable persons with disabilities to participate fully and equally in the social and economic life of the Commonwealth and to engage in remunerative employment. To these ends, the General Assembly ...
Virginia 2012 Senate Joint Resolution No. 127
September 14, 2015
“Encouraging the Secretary of Health and Human Resources and the Superintendent of Public Instruction to adopt and implement Employment First practices...” Employment First is defined as a policy is grounded in a framework of increased ...
Virginia 2012 House Joint Resolution No. 23
September 14, 2015
“WHEREAS, implementation of an Employment First initiative in Virginia will lead to increased employment opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, resulting in benefits for individuals, families, employers, and ...
Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services State Board Policy 1036
September 14, 2015
“It is the policy of the Board that in the development and implementation of policies and procedures and the delivery of services, the Department and CSBs shall ensure that community-based individual supported employment in integrated work settings is ...
Virginia Dept of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services Employment First Policy Statement
September 14, 2015
“It is the policy of the Board that in the development and implementation of policies and procedures and the delivery of services, the Department and CSB shall ensure that community-based individual supported employment in integrated work settings is ...
Virginia State Employment Leadership Network
September 14, 2015
Virginia is a part of this multi-state technical assistance collaborative whose aim is to improve integrated employment outcomes for individuals with developmental disabilities. “In 2008, DBHDS joined the State Employment Leadership Network (SELN) ...
Virginia DBHDS: Strategic Plan for Employment First
September 14, 2015
To facilitate interagency collaboration the Strategic Plan for Employment First establishes an Employment First Summit Meeting, which will gather leadership from various department committed to upholding Employment First principles, and orders for the ...
Virginia Disability Employment Initiative (Round One)
September 14, 2015
“The Virginia Community College System, the administrator of the Workforce Investment Act in Virginia, will enter into a Memorandum of Agreement with the Virginia Department of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) to provide co-leadership in order to ...
Virginia - Richmond Customized Employment Project
September 14, 2015
“The grant worked to strengthen the linkages of the Richmond-area One-Stop system with schools, VR, and the Virginia Business Leadership Network, a business-directed group designed to encourage other businesses to hire people with disabilities. The ...
Governor Announces: Pennsylvania Accepted as an Employment First State
September 14, 2015
“The Corbett administration announced that Pennsylvania has been selected to participate in the U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Disability Employment Policy's Employment First State Leadership Mentoring Program. Employment First is a ...
Virginia Department of Education ESEA Flexibility Request
September 14, 2015
“For students with disabilities who have the most intensive support needs, there are two model initiatives supported by the Virginia Department of Education: Project SEARCH and the Post-High School Community College Program. Project SEARCH, a ...
Employment First Maine Coalition
September 14, 2015
Employment First Maine (EFM) is a broad based coalition of individuals with disabilities, families, advocates, providers and state agency representatives committed to improving and enhancing employment outcomes for Maine citizens with disabilities, including ...
Maine Developmental Disabilities Council
September 14, 2015
“The Maine Developmental Disabilities Council (MDDC) is a partnership of people with disabilities, their families, and agencies which identifies barriers to community inclusion, self determination, and independence. The Council acts to effect positive ...
Maine Promoting the Readiness of Minors in Supplemental Security Income (PROMISE) Program
September 14, 2015
“PROMISE is a joint initiative of the US Department of Education, Social Security Administration, US Department of Health and Human Services and US Department of Labor. Under PROMISE, states will be funded to develop and implement model demonstration ...
Access Maine Transition Planning Tool-kit
September 14, 2015
“This guide will serve as an introduction to the world of “Adult Services” and will hopefully answer these questions and more. Our goal is to provide you with information that will address some of your concerns about what it will be like for ...
Connecticut Department of Rehabilitation Services, Bureau of Rehabilitation Services
August 07, 2015
“The State Rehabilitation Council (SRC) is an important partner with the Bureau of Rehabilitation Services (BRS) to help improve employment outcomes for people with disabilities. BRS administers the Title I Vocational Rehabilitation and Title VI ...
Wyoming Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities
September 14, 2015
Wyoming Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities Our purpose is to assure that individuals with developmental disabilities and their families participate in the design of and have access to needed community services, individualized supports ...
Maine Department of Education ESEA Flexibility
September 14, 2015
“The Maine Department of Education's ESEA flexibility request was approved on August 12, 2013 and amended on August 13, 2015."
Connecticut Youth Leadership Project, Inc.
August 10, 2015
“The Connecticut Youth Leadership Program (CTYLP) provides youth and young adults with disabilities with opportunities for self-discovery, the development of self-advocacy, decision making, and problem-solving skills to maximize their leadership ...
Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council – 5 year state plan 2012-2016
September 15, 2015
SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT“With the help of a job coach, who guides and prompts the worker as needed, the worker develops the skills needed for more independent work. Supported employment services may include outreach, case management, assessment, job ...
Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council Five Year State Plan 2012-2016
September 15, 2015
Interagency Efforts around Supportive EmploymentPeer Mentor Pilot- “This pilot has involved the training of 22 individuals with DD to help others with DD to reach their life goals and increase their community involvement and self advocacy. The pilot has ...
MI DoE: Bridging the Special Education Career and Technical Education Divide
September 15, 2015
“The purpose of this white paper is to help secondary school administrators, teachers, and parents coordinate the programmatic requirements of Career and Technical Education (CTE) with those that govern the rights of students in Special Education ...
Michigan ESEA Flexibility Request
September 15, 2015
“The Michigan Department of Education's ESEA flexibility request was approved on July 19, 2012 and amended on August 13, 2015.”
5123.022 OH State Policy Regarding Community Employment for Disabled
September 17, 2015
“It is hereby declared to be the policy of this state that employment services for individuals with developmental disabilities be directed at community employment. Every individual with a developmental disability is presumed capable of community ...
Connecticut Ticket to Work Program
August 10, 2015
~~“Ticket to Work is a Social Security Administration incentive program (https://www.ssa.gov/work/) to help people with disabilities find jobs if they want to go to work.WHAT IS THE TICKET TO WORK PROGRAM?Most Social Security and Supplemental Security ...
Section 53A-24-106.5 Utah Code - Employment first emphasis on the provision of services.
September 17, 2015
Pertaining to the State System of Public Education. “When providing services to a person with a disability under this chapter, the office shall, within funds appropriated by the Legislature and in accordance with the requirements of federal and state ...
Virginia Governor’s Executive Order (Executive Order #55 (2012)) - 11/16/2012
February 17, 2016
“The last United States Census concluded that out of 3.6 million Virginia residents who were employed, 154,985 Virginians with disabilities were included in that total. These numbers indicate an under representation of people with disabilities among the ...
Arkansas Employment First Task Force Final Report
April 07, 2016
Recommendations for FY2012 from the Task Force:Develop online training modules on disability employment, to efficiently train large numbers of State and provider agency staff who work with individuals with disabilities. To be developed in-house by the ...
Arkansas Rehabilitation Services and University of Arkansas PROMISE Partnership
April 07, 2016
Arkansas Rehabilitation Services will focus heavily on transition services by providing job exploration counseling, work base learning experiences, post-secondary training, job readiness skills and self-advocacy,”... “ARS has built a strong ...
Arkansas Department of Career Education Field Services - "Transition Services"
April 07, 2016
~~“ARS Field ServicesServices include career and technical education and training, transition from school to work or postsecondary education, on-the-job training, and ancillary support services that clients may need for successful employment. Anyone who ...
Arkansas Promise
April 08, 2016
Arkansas PROMISE is part of a new program sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to help youth who are receiving disability benefits and their families improve their educational and employment outcomes. This ...
Executive Order 2014-16: Establishing the Governor’s Taskforce on Integrated Employment
April 08, 2016
"…By the authority vested in me as Governor by the Constitution and laws of the State of Nevada, I hereby direct and order:1. The Governor’s Taskforce on Integrated Employment (“Taskforce”) is ...
MN DoE Policy Division Foundation Statement – 2015 Special Education Administration
April 10, 2016
Guiding principles are beliefs and behavioral norms that the division agrees to apply to its professional practice. The Special Education Policy Division guiding principles are to: 1. Provide leadership We provide educational support and guidance to ...
Minnesota State Council on Disability
April 10, 2016
Established in 1973 by the state legislature, the Minnesota State Council on Disability (MSCOD) was created to advise the governor, state agencies, state legislature, and the public on disability issues. Our mission is to advocate for policies and programs in ...
Minnesota DoE ESEA Flexibility Request
April 11, 2016
The Minnesota Department of Education’s ESEA flexibility request was approved on February 9, 2012.
AK Governor’s Council on Disabilities and Special Education
April 11, 2016
Alaska' unique geographical area with a relatively small population requires a management system tailored to meet the needs of Alaskans. The Governor's Council on Disabilities & Special Education was created to meet Alaska's diverse needs. The ...
Alaska Integrated Employment Initiative (AIDD PIE)
April 11, 2016
A consortium of partners consisting of the Governor’s Council on Disabilities and Special Education (lead entity), the Division of Senior and Disabilities Services (State I/DD agency), the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, the Department of ...
Alabama Preparing for Life Transition Planning Guide
April 11, 2016
The Preparing for Life Transition Planning Guide is designed to provide assistance to students, parents, and school personnel as they discuss and plan transition from school to adult life. This planning includes assessment of interests and strengths; setting ...
Alabama Pathways to Employment
April 11, 2016
Pathways to Employment is a collection of stepping stones. These opportunities are housed not in one state agency but in many. To make it easier for families and individuals, they are now all in one place. There is no perfect path. But there are many ...
Alabama VR Transition Services
April 11, 2016
Vocational Rehabilitation Service (VRS) places substantial emphasis on assisting youth with disabilities in the transition from school to post school activities. Transition services are a coordinated set of activities that lead to employment. A ...
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Combined State Plan (July 1, 2016 – June 30, 2020)
April 12, 2016
The State of Tennessee is submitting a Combined State Plan (CSP) in which the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD) is the authorized and signatory entity designated to receive funds under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act ...
Tennessee DIDD “Way2Work”
April 12, 2016
The state also solidified an agreement that addresses some components of WIOA, created more employment vignettes, and named the series of videos: Way2Work
State Plan for the State Vocational Rehabilitation Services Program and State Plan Supplement for the State Supported Employment Services
April 12, 2016
This state plan for FY 2014 mentions interagency arrangements to provide supported employment and customized employment services for people with disabilities, addresses the need for official policy regarding transition aged youth, establishes come goals for ...
Memorandum of Understanding for School-to-Work Transition
April 12, 2016
Five state agencies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to improve services and better prepare youth with disabilities to transition from school into integrated employment in the community. The MOU focuses on students age 14 years and over ...
ASPIRE South Dakota
April 12, 2016
ASPIRE (Achieving Success by Promoting Readiness for Education and Employment) is a six state consortium that includes Arizona, Colorado, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota and Utah. Led by the Utah State Office of Rehabilitation, the goals of ...
MO Adult Learning/Rehabilitation Services - VR Providers
April 12, 2016
This website provides information on Missouri Vocational Rehabilitation services for people with disabilities with links to important, relevant resources.
Missouri Business Associated Student Education (BASE) Project
April 12, 2016
The BASE Project located in Springfield, Missouri stands for Business Associated Student Education. It is a partnership with Springfield Public Schools and St. John's Health System, Cox Health System, Doctor's Hospital, Evangel University, and ...
Missouri Transition Resource Toolkit
April 12, 2016
This toolkit has been developed by an ad hoc team comprised of a small representation of individuals from across the state working in Centers for Independent Living (CIL), Local Education Agencies (LEA) and Vocational Rehabilitation (VR). The goal was to ...
Missouri Connections - Career Development & Planning Program
April 12, 2016
Missouri Connections is a comprehensive, online, career development and planning program that is provided free of charge to all Missouri citizens. Funded by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and the Missouri Division of Workforce ...
Missouri’s Cooperative Work Experience Program (COOP)
April 12, 2016
Successful transition planning for students with disabilities involves looking ahead, into the student's future, preparing not just for graduation but also for life after graduation. One of the most important aspects of a student's future involves ...
Texas SB 1664 (ABLE Act)
April 13, 2016
"An act relating to the establishment of the Texas Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Program…(1) to encourage and assist individuals and families in saving funds for the purpose of supporting individuals with disabilities to maintain ...
Texas Transition and Employment Guide
April 13, 2016
This transition and employment guide is for you, the student in Texas public school, who may have received special education services due to a disability. It also provides helpful information for your parents. This guide has steps you and your parents can ...
Kentucky Office of Vocational Rehabilitation: Self Employment Services
April 13, 2016
This webpage offers information on and resources for self-employment. It orients job seekers on where to start the self-employment process and contains links to relevant resources.
Louisiana Supported Employment Services - Guidance Manual
April 13, 2016
“Supported Employment services are designed to provide community-based employment for LRS Consumers who are the most significantly disabled and require on-going support and extended services to maintain employment. Supported Employment ...
ND Transition Services MOU
April 14, 2016
The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Transition Services was revised and renewed July 1, 2011, and is in effect through June 30, 2015, or until such time as IDEA is reauthorized. Parties to the agreement are the Department of Public Instruction, Office ...
Maryland Coalition of Families
April 15, 2016
~~" Founded by a coalition of family support organizations, MCF was incorporated in 1999 as a nonprofit organization. MCF changed its name from "Maryland Coalition of Families for Children’s Mental Health" to the "Maryland Coalition ...
NYS PROMISE
April 16, 2016
New York State PROMISE is one of six PROMISE awards granted nationwide by the US. Department of Education in October 2013. The PROMISE intervention model was jointly developed by the US Department of Education (USDOE), the Social Security Administration ...
Employment First Project Update (February 2016)
April 18, 2016
“As part of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Transition plan, services and rates are being updated for Adult Day waiver services. Input was gathered from community forums and stakeholder workgroups throughout 2014 and 2015. These new ...
OH Vocational Rehabilitation Comprehensive Statewide Needs Assessment
April 18, 2016
“Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD), Division of Performance and Innovation (DPI), produced this 2015 Comprehensive Statewide Needs Assessment (CSNA) building upon the framework methodology developed from the 2012 CSNA, which was designed ...
OH Department of Education Job Training Coordinating Program Manual
April 18, 2016
This manual contains information on Individualized Education Plans (IEPs and school-to-work transition for students with disabilities. It recommends the use of Customized Employment as a good technique for harder to place students.
Maine Act To Provide Integrated Community-based & Customized Employment
April 18, 2016
The Bill promotes:1. “Employment as core component of services and supports. In carrying out its duties to provide services and supports to persons with disabilities, a state agency shall include as a core component of its services and supports the ...
DE Employment First Act (HB 319) amended by House Amendment Number 1
August 12, 2015
“House Bill 319 would require state agencies that provide services to persons with disabilities consider, as their first option, employment in an integrated setting for persons with disabilities. The bill also establishes an Employment First Oversight ...
MA DDS Employment Planning Guide - "School Days to Pay Days"
April 18, 2016
“DDS created this booklet to provide helpful information to families of young adults with intellectual disabilities in their transition from school to work. The mission of the Department is to support individuals with intellectual disabilities to fully ...
Michigan MRS and School Interagency Cash Transfer Agreements (VR 2014 State Plan)
April 19, 2016
…Interagency Cash Transfer Agreements and Third Party Cooperative Arrangements* provide coordinated vocational rehabilitation and special education services to eligible youth with disabilities, especially significantly disabled youth, from the ...
Michigan Project SEARCH
April 19, 2016
Project SEARCH is a business-led collaboration that enables young adults with disabilities to gain and maintain employment through training and career exploration. More specifically, it’s a one year high school transition program which provides ...
Planning My Way to Work: A Transition Guide for Student with Disabilities Leaving High School
April 19, 2016
“This manual is intended to: Help you make your way through the transition process; Understand your rights, services and resources that may help you and your family; Provide information to help you understand complex adult service systems; Highlight ...
Employment First Report
April 19, 2016
“The Governor’s Executive Order recognizes the strategic importance of improving the work and economic opportunities of all Oregonians including those with I/DD. More specifically, the Order sets forth strategies to be followed by the DHS and the ...
Cooperative Agreement Between the Oregon Department of Human Services and the Oregon Department of Education
April 19, 2016
“The purpose of this cooperative agreement is to set forth the commitments of the ODE and VR to cooperate in activities leading to a successful transition for students with disabilities from a free and appropriate public education to postsecondary ...
Governor’s Cabinet for People with Disabilities (§ 6.301)
April 19, 2016
“The responsibilities of the Cabinet are as follows: (1) Make recommendations to the Governor on policies, procedures, regulations and legislation that aid people with disabilities in this Commonwealth. ...
Pennsylvania's Labor & Industry Office of Vocational Rehabilitation Transition Services Contracts
April 19, 2016
"The Department of Labor & Industry's Office of Vocational Rehabilitation today announced eight recipients of Transition Services contracts totaling $1.2 million. Contracts are awarded to develop new and expanded innovative strategies and ...
ADEPT: ARC Discovery Employment Transitions
April 19, 2016
~~“Arc Discovery Employment Transitions (ADEPT) is The Arc of Pennsylvania’s customized employment program. The Arc of Pennsylvania supports individuals with significant impact of disability to seek and maintain customized employment in ...
Rhode Island Consolidated Plan 2015-2019 (Revised Final Draft 10/16/15)
April 19, 2016
Recognizing the importance of earned income for the homeless disabled population in permanent supportive housing, BHDDH is creating an Employment First program, which helps permanent supportive housing residents identify supportive companies and provide the ...
Rhode Island Department of Elementary & Secondary Education Employment First Policy
April 19, 2016
“It is the policy of the Rhode Island Department of Education to support and promote practices in local education agencies and with partner state agencies that support students with intellectual/ developmental disabilities in exiting the public ...
Rhode Island Department of Elementary & Secondary Education Employment First Policy
April 19, 2016
“It is the policy of the Rhode Island Department of Education to support and promote practices in local education agencies and with partner state agencies that support students with intellectual/ developmental disabilities in exiting the public ...
Arizona’s Transition Conference
April 19, 2016
Arizona’s Fifteenth Annual Transition Conference, Connecting for Success: Shared Expectations, Responsibilities, and Outcomes, is a collaborative, cross-stakeholder professional development event aimed at providing meaningful and pertinent information ...
Colorado Employment First Senate Bill SB 16-077
April 20, 2016
The bill requires the heads of the department of health care policy and financing (HCPF), the department of labor and employment (CDLE) the department of education (CDE), and the department of higher education (CDHE), (referred to as agency partners), to ...
Florida Abilities Work Web Portal and Help Desk
April 20, 2016
"The Abilities Work Web Portal and Help Desk are key components of a larger effort, the Employment First Initiative, announced last year. The portal and help desk are designed to help employers recruit and hire more applicants with disabilities who are ...
Florida Employment First Interagency Agreement
April 20, 2016
The general purpose of this interagency cooperative agreement is to provide a framework for a long-term commitment to improving employment outcomes for persons with disabilities in the State of Florida. The agencies and organizations that are parties to ...
Florida Employment First Toolkit and Training (Proposed)
April 20, 2016
This project will ensure that Florida has comprehensive training strategies within a training toolkit that foster quality integrated competitive employment for all individuals with disabilities, including individuals with intellectual and developmental ...
DE Employment First Oversight Commission
August 12, 2015
An Employment First Oversight Commission, under the purview of the State Council for Persons with Disabilities, shall be established and “shall facilitate the full, effective and timely implementation of this Act.” This “Commission shall consist of 11 ...
HB 325 Office of Rehabilitation Services Amendments
April 20, 2016
“This bill modifies the State Office of Rehabilitation Act and related provisions.” “Section 16. Section 35A-13-203, which is renumbered from Section 53A-24-106.5 is renumbered and amended to read: 564 35A-13-203. Employment ...
DE Employment First Oversight Commission Report FY 2013-FY 2014
August 12, 2015
“Delaware’s Employment First Act (H.B. 319) was signed by Governor Markell on July 16, 2012. It promotes the right that all persons with disabilities have the opportunity for competitive employment and establishes the Employment First ...
Community of Practice for Children and Emerging Adults in Transition
April 21, 2016
~~“Our VisionChildren, youth and families are healthy, safe and successful at home, in school and in their communities…..The Youth in Transition sub-committee is currently transitioning to a Community of Practice for Children and Emerging Young ...
DEI Grantee Abstracts (CA Round 5)
April 21, 2016
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving Social Security ...
CA State Council on Developmental Disabilities Employment First Committee Annual Report
April 21, 2016
The second annual report of the Employment First Committee (EFC) of the State Council on Developmental Disabilities includes: priorities adopted by the State Council as recommended by the EFC; second-year work of the EFC, interagency activities, and policy ...
California Readiness Of Minors in Supplemental Security Income (CaPROMISE) Initiative
April 21, 2016
“The PROMISE initiative is intended to improve the provision and coordination of services for child SSI recipients and their families. The services help child recipients achieve better outcomes, including graduating from high school ready for college ...
Employment First Committee Annual Report
April 21, 2016
The Community of Practice (COP) is located within the Department of Education’s Office of Special Education and was formed and funded by the DOE to help improve transition and employment outcomes. This is a voluntary group of educational ...
Minnesota Governor's Executive Order 15-03
April 21, 2016
Supporting Freedom of Choice and Opportunity to Live, Work, and Participate in the Most Inclusive Setting for Individuals with Disabilities through the Implementation of Minnesota's Olmstead Plan; Rescinding Executive Order 13-01 “A ...
Minnesota Governor's Executive Order 13-01
April 21, 2016
A Sub-Cabinet, appointed by the Governor, consisting of the Commissioner, or Commissioner's designees, of the following State agencies, shall develop and implement a comprehensive Minnesota Olmstead Plan: (i) that uses measurable goals to increase the ...
DE Disability Employment Initiative
August 12, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) was a three-year federal grant-funded program to improve education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for youth who were unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving Social Security ...
D.C One Community for All
April 22, 2016
One Community for All endeavors to meet the needs and preferences of the individual while allowing him or her to choose where s/he wants to live in the community with the appropriate supports and services consistent with the Olmstead decision and the ...
Secondary Transition Community of Practice
April 22, 2016
This was launched earlier in 2013 to bring together transition experts from the District’s school system, disability advocacy organizations, direct-service agencies, and transition-aged youth and their parents. These stakeholders in the transition ...
Project SEARCH
April 22, 2016
~~Project SEARCH was originally launched in 1996 at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. Designed to prepare young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities for competitive employment, this one-year “school- to-work” ...
D.C Secondary Transition Assessment Tool-kit
April 22, 2016
The District of Columbia Secondary Transition Process Toolkit was designed to assist educators in effectively addressing the transition planning needs of students with disabilities who are preparing to transition from high school to postsecondary employment, ...
Florida Executive Order 13-284: Reaffirming commitment to employment for Floridians with disabilities.
August 17, 2015
“‘Employment’" for purposes of this Executive Order is defined as integrated employment, including supported employment, customized employment, and self-employment, where an individual is paid by an employer at minimum wage or greater ...
FL Abilities Work Web Portal and Help Desk
August 17, 2015
"The Abilities Work Web Portal and Help Desk are key components of a larger effort, the Employment First Initiative, announced last year. The portal and help desk are designed to help employers recruit and hire more applicants with disabilities who are ...
Connecticut State Rehabilitation Council (SRC)
April 22, 2016
“The State Rehabilitation Council (SRC) is an important partner with the Bureau of Rehabilitation Services (BRS) to help improve employment outcomes for people with disabilities. BRS administers the Title I Vocational Rehabilitation and Title VI ...
New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities Employment Position Statement
April 25, 2016
The New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities commends and supports the April 26, 2012 announcement by Governor Christie that the State of New Jersey's has adopted an "Employment First" policy. It is the position of the Council that ...
ODEP Disability Employment Initiative 2010
April 25, 2016
The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development will build their DEI project upon earlier Work Incentive Grant and Disability Program Navigator grant activities. The approach utilizes Rehabilitation Services Administration Technical Assistance ...
New Jersey Department of Education
April 25, 2016
~~This page has resources for those who work with the Structured Learning Experiences (SLE) program.All teachers supervising Structured Learning Experiences (SLEs) complete a training program required by DOE. This includes courses on federal and state child ...
Hawaii Developmental Disabilities Division - Strategic Plan 2015-2017 Progress Report
April 25, 2016
“The Strategic Plan was adopted on December 2014. In the ensuing months Team Leaders have been convening meetings with advocates, providers, partners, and Division staff to plan specific activities for attaining goals and objectives of the Strategic ...
Hawaii DEI - Round 6 Grant Abstracts
April 25, 2016
The U.S. Department of Labor awarded Hawaii a Round 6 DEI grant to improve employment opportunities for youth and/or adults with disabilities. “HIDEI [Hawaii DEI] will hire four Disability Resource Coordinators and build upon the promising practices of ...
Hire Abilities Hawai'i - "What is Customized Employment?"
April 25, 2016
This brief article defines customized employment and outlines the case for using it with job seekers with disabilities. It outlines the different forms customized employment can take, including "task reassignment," "job carving," and ...
HireAbilities Hawai'i
April 25, 2016
This website is intended to provide resources to support employment for individuals with disabilities. It is intended to be used by job seekers with disabilities, service providers, agencies and businesses. This site was revamped December 2013 and now has ...
Hire Abilities Hawai'i - Customized Employment Videos
April 25, 2016
“These Customized Employment (CE) videos, each specifically focused on Employers, Youth, or a General audience, highlight the benefits of CE, an employment strategy which matches the skills and preferences of the individual with the specific business ...
Idaho Cooperative Services Agreement: DoE, VR & Blind and Visually Impaired
April 25, 2016
“This Cooperative Services Agreement has been developed with multiple purposes in mind. First, this agreement is intended to provide a coordinated, comprehensive system focusing on youth with disabilities as they transition from secondary to post-school ...
Idaho State Rehabilitation Council
April 25, 2016
“Working on behalf of Idahoans with disabilities, the Idaho State Rehabilitation Council endeavors to provide consumers, service providers and others the opportunity to participate in constructive dialogue and public input to continually improve the ...
Vermont Special Education Laws and Regulations
April 25, 2016
This page lists important state and federal legislation and policy that affect special education in Vermont.
Transition Services for Students with Disabilities
April 26, 2016
“VDOE's Transition Services website provides support, information and resources designed to improve the outcomes of students with disabilities in transition from middle / secondary education to postsecondary education and employment.”
Virginia Intercommunity Transition Council (VITC)
April 26, 2016
“The mission of the Virginia's Intercommunity Transition Council is to promote successful transition outcomes for youth and young adults with disabilities by providing leadership and innovation in employment, education, training, living ...
Virginia Intercommunity Transition Council
April 26, 2016
Virginia's Intercommunity Transition Council is committed to promoting partnerships and influencing linkages that result in transition service networks for coordinating person-centered services. Their fact sheet on employment cites Customized Employment ...
Disability Employment Initiative (Round Four)
April 26, 2016
As a past Round 1 grantee, VA DEI will continue to build on existing infrastructure to develop shared ownership; foster systems integration, through cross-interagency collaboration at all levels; and design access to services from a customer’s ...
Florida Developmental Disabilities Council Employment First Partnerships
August 17, 2015
As part of the Governor’s Executive Order, “required partners include the Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD); the Florida Department of Education (FDOE), Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR), Division of Blind Services, and ...
Florida Disability Employment Initiative
August 17, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving Social Security ...
Transition from School to Work
April 26, 2016
“We [the Division of Rehabilitation Services] provide a wide range of services to help people get and keep jobs. Because everyone is different, services are customized for each individual. DRS counselors typically begin working with students with ...
Memorandum of Understanding between the Division of Rehabilitative Services and Department of Education on Transition
April 26, 2016
“The cooperative agreement shall assure that each student with a disability in the state who needs special education and/or vocational rehabilitation services is promptly identified and the appropriate transition services are made available to the ...
Delaware Governor’s Advisory Council for Exceptional Citizens FY 2015 Annual Report
April 26, 2016
In accordance with CFR 300.650 (b), the Council serves as the State Advisory Panel for the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and its amendments. 1. Delaware Code: Title 14, Chapter 31, Sub. Sec. 3111 2. Federal Statute: Individuals ...
Delaware Governor’s Advisory Council for Exceptional Citizens FY 2015 Annual Report
April 26, 2016
The membership of the State advisory panel must consist of members appointed by the Governor, or any other official authorized under State law to make these appointments, that is representative of the State population and that is composed of individuals ...
Delaware Employment First Oversight Commission
April 26, 2016
An Employment First Oversight Commission, under the purview of the State Council for Persons with Disabilities, shall be established and “shall facilitate the full, effective and timely implementation of this Act.” This “Commission shall ...
Delaware Employment First Oversight Commission Report
April 26, 2016
“Delaware’s Employment First Act (H.B. 319) was signed by Governor Markell on July 16, 2012. It promotes the right that all persons with disabilities have the opportunity for competitive employment and establishes the Employment First ...
Agreement between Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services and the Iowa Department of Education
April 26, 2016
“The purpose of this agreement is to facilitate the integration and coordination of transition services from school to post-secondary education and/or employment, for individuals with disabilities who are enrolled in secondary education and are ...
Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services (IVRS) Partners Page
April 26, 2016
~~“The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) reinforces increased coordination between state systems and partner organizations. It is designed to help job seekers access employment, education, training and support services to succeed in the ...
Iowa State Rehabilitation Council
April 26, 2016
“The State Rehabilitation Council (SRC), with members appointed by the Governor, has been in operation since January 1993, providing advice and direction to the Department of Education's Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services (IVRS) on the quality ...
Iowa Transition Alliance Program
April 26, 2016
“The Transition Alliance Program (TAP) is a partnership between Community School Districts and Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services (IVRS). Participants of TAP receive assistance in the areas of vocational training, independent living, ...
Iowa Disability Employment Initiative (Round 6)
April 26, 2016
IADEI will hire five Disability Resource Coordinators and will link a variety of initiatives to make the vision of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act real for all Iowans. IADEI will increase access to and participation in local Career Pathway models ...
Georgia House Resolution 642
August 17, 2015
“WHEREAS, an ‘Employment First’ policy provides that employment should be the first and preferred option for all people, regardless of their disability, and that employment in the general workforce at or above the minimum wage is the ...
Illinois Business Enterprise for Minorities, Females, and Persons with Disabilities Act
April 26, 2016
It is hereby declared to be the public policy of the State of Illinois to promote and encourage each State agency and public institution of higher education to use businesses owned by minorities, females, and persons with disabilities in the area of goods and ...
Transition Planning for Students with Disabilities
April 27, 2016
“Transition is helping students with disabilities and their families think about their life after high school and identify long-range goals designing the high school experience to ensure that students gain the skills and connections they need to achieve ...
IEP: Postsecondary Transition Plan (PTP)
April 27, 2016
“With stakeholder input, the Department of Public Instruction has developed a web-based IEP: Postsecondary Transition Plan (PTP) that will assist local educational agencies to document the postsecondary transition requirements with 100% compliance while ...
Wisconsin PROMISE Initiative
April 27, 2016
The PROMISE initiative is intended to improve services for youth SSI (Social Security Supplemental Security Income) recipients and their families. The services help youth recipients achieve better outcomes, including graduating from high school ready for ...
Community-Based Transition Options for 18- to 21-year old Students with Disabilities
April 27, 2016
“This guide shares a framework for planning community-based transition options for 18-21-year-old students with disabilities. This tool will assist local districts in assessing needs and developing transition-focused options within a community-based ...
Indiana Employment First Systems Change Statewide Plan (2011-2015)
April 27, 2016
“Through the use of MIG funds, Indiana has made a number of improvements to the state’s infrastructure supporting employment of IWD. While Indiana has been a leader in many aspects of employment supports and the use of innovative practices, the ...
Kansas Department of Education “Special Education Services Process Handbook”
April 28, 2016
When the IEP team is considering a child’s post-secondary goals and transition services needed to assist the child in reaching those goals, the school is required to invite a representative of any agency that is likely to provide or pay for transition ...
New York ACCES-VR Workforce Development and Business Relations Department "Disability Etiquette Guide"
May 02, 2016
Everyone Knows Someone with a Disability People with disabilities are the nation’s largest minority and the only one that any person can join at any time. According to the 2010 U.S. Census, 54 million people have disabilities. That is nearly 1 in 5 ...
New York (ACCES-VR) Workforce Development and Business Relations Department "Hiring Good People Is Good Business"
May 02, 2016
ACCES-VR can assist businesses with meeting compliance with Federal Laws Assistance for federal contractors/subcontractors in meeting OFCCP requirements. Technical assistance on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). ACCES-VR can lower hiring costs ...
New York (ACCES-VR) Workforce Development and Business Relations Department "Adult Career and Continuing Education Services –Vocational Rehabilitation…a basic guide"
May 02, 2016
What is ACCES? The Office of Adult Career and Continuing Education Services (ACCES) is part of the New York State Education Department and is comprised of three primary areas: Vocational Rehabilitation (including Independent Living Program Administration), ...
IEP Process Guide
July 12, 2016
Transition planning is more effective when the planning is an integral part of the student’s IEP and the student’s program. Transition planning is required under Federal law and becomes a major Team focus when a student reaches fourteen years of ...
Department of Elementary and Secondary Education IEP Transition Planning
July 12, 2016
As a result of new legislation within the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), Office of Special Education (OSE), and the Office of Adult Learning and Rehabilitation Services -Vocational ...
Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS)
July 12, 2016
"The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act recommended that VRBS serve high school youth with disabilities much earlier than before with a new set of services called Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS). Perhaps the most amazing ...
Montana Center for Inclusive Education
July 12, 2016
The Montana Center on Disabilities (MCD) is part of Montana State University-Billings. MCD works to make sure that all people are part of the community. The Center supports the idea that people with disabilities can make their own choices about how they ...
Disability Employment Awareness Month Proclamation
July 12, 2016
“WHEREAS, the State of North Carolina supports and encourages individuals with disabilities to find employment, thus fostering the key objectives of advancing individual well-being and reducing the demand on public resources, which can then be ...
New York Employment First Commission Report and Recommendations 3/1/2015
July 13, 2016
Everyone has the right to work. It is this underlying premise that is the driving force behind the development of an Employment First policy in New York State. On September 17, 2014 Governor Andrew M. Cuomo signed Executive Order 136 to create a commission to ...
Supported Employment Training and Technical Assistance
July 13, 2016
~~“The Boggs Center Employment Team provides Supported Employment Training and Technical Assistance throughout the state of New Jersey. Training courses are intended to provide both new and veteran employment specialists with the most up to date ...
Minnesota Olmstead Planning Committee
July 14, 2016
In January 2013, Governor Mark Dayton issued an Executive Order establishing a Sub-Cabinet to develop and implement a comprehensive plan supporting freedom of choice and opportunity for people with disabilities…The Sub-Cabinet evaluates policies, ...
Hire Abilities Hawai'i
August 19, 2015
“Hire Abilities Hawaii represents an innovative collaboration among the Department of Human Services (DHS), University of Hawai`’ College of Education Center for Disabilities Studies (CDS), the Department of Education (DOE), the Department of ...
Maryland State Department of Education, Division of Rehabilitation Services “Training Customized for Your Business”
July 15, 2016
On-the-Job TrainingDORS can provide funding for on-the-job training for a new employee and reimburse a business for a percentage of the new employees’ wages while they are in training.DORS also offers technical assistance and follow-along services to ...
Maryland Department of Education “Understanding the Evaluation, Eligibility and Individualized Education Program (IEP) Process in Maryland”
July 15, 2016
The public agency uses a team process to decide whether a child is a student with a disability as defined by the IDEA and the educational needs of the child. Each public agency is responsible for initiating and conducting meetings for the purposes of ...
Humanim Supported Living & Housing Program
July 15, 2016
Developmental Disabilities Services~~“Humanim provides supported living and supportive housing services to adults with chronic, severe, and persistent mental illness who are living in the community. We facilitate an individual’s ...
Florida HB 7003
July 15, 2016
This bill will be enacted on July 1, 2016 The purpose of this act is to prioritize employment of individuals with disabilities and to change the employment system to better integrate individuals with disabilities into the workforce. The act encourages a ...
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, Florida Department of Education “Transition Youth”
July 15, 2016
Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) is a federal-state program that helps people who have physical or mental disabilities get or keep a job. VR is committed to helping people with disabilities find meaningful careers. Passage of the Workforce Innovation and ...
Hawaii Medicaid Infrastructure Grant
August 19, 2015
“In 2006, Hawaii received a grant from the Center for Medicare and Medicaid to improve employment outcomes for persons with disabilities. The Medicaid Infrastructure Grant Program, known as Hire Abilities Hawaii, ran from 2006 to 2009. It was authorized ...
“Georgia Career Pathways to Work, E3 Transition Services”
July 15, 2016
E3: Explore, Engage, Employ refers to Transition Services. There are two E3 initiatives in GVRA: -Georgia Career Pathways to Work – E3: Explore, Engage, Employ is a grant through which GVRA will initially work with 5 school districts to connect students ...
Kentucky ABLE Act SB 179
July 15, 2016
Signed by the Governor on April 5, 2016AN ACT relating to persons with disabilities.Amend KRS 205.200 to disregard any amount in an ABLE account, any contributions to an ABLE account, and any distribution from an ABLE account for qualified expenses for ...
Kentucky Commission on Services and Supports for Individuals with Intellectual and Other Developmental Disabilities “Annual Status Report”
July 15, 2016
Activity: Development of Local and Regional LeadershipThe Commission:Began the process of educating the Department of Education’s Nine Regional Transition Teams about Employment First and their role in the Employment First process;Worked to expand the ...
Kentucky Department of Education “Transition”
July 15, 2016
The ultimate goal of the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE), Division of Learning Services is the successful transition of all students from school to post-school activities - whether postsecondary education, vocational training, integrated employment, ...
Hawaii DEI - Round 2 Grants
August 19, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving Social Security ...
Delaware SB 33
July 15, 2016
"This Act implements the legislative recommendations of the IEP Improvement Task Force created by the 147th General Assembly. The recommendations it implements are to:Provide more detailed and helpful information to parents about their rights and ...
Delaware DVR Partnerships
July 15, 2016
DVR maintains ongoing relationships with several councils throughout the state that have missions related to individuals with disabilities...These councils address issues of common concern to the disability community. DVR’s Director participates in the ...
Employment First Oversight Commission Report FY 2015
July 15, 2016
Delaware’s Employment First At (H.B. 319) was signed by Governor Markell on July 16, 2012. This legislation promotes the right that all persons with disabilities have the opportunity for competitive employment and establishes the Employment First ...
Delaware IEP Details
July 15, 2016
An IEP is developed to meet the individualized needs of each student. The educational services are provided at no cost to the family. The federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) governs the rules for IEPs in every state. In addition, ...
Kansas State Department of Education “The Individualized Education Program (IEP)”
July 15, 2016
The Individualized Education Program (IEP) is defined as a written statement for each student with an exceptionality which describes that child’s educational program and is developed, reviewed, and revised in accordance with special education laws and ...
Kansas State Department of Education “KSDE Policy Statement on Employment First”
July 15, 2016
As a relevant state agency in the implementation of Employment First policy, the Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) is responsible for the monitoring of district practices in planning for and providing appropriate transition services to students with ...
Early Start to Supported Employment Handbook
July 15, 2016
Early Start to Supported Employment” (ESSE) is intended to create a more seamless transition for students leaving school and entering the adult workforce. The outcome of paid work with post-school supports in place before the student leaves school is ...
Hawaii Department of Education “IEP Overview”
July 15, 2016
Each Individualized Education Program includes: -a statement of the child's present levels of educational performance; -a statement of annual goals, including short-term instructional objectives; -a statement of the specific special education and related ...
Employment and Economic Opportunity for Persons with Disabilities Task Force Act
July 18, 2016
“Task Force Responsibilities. The Task Force shall analyze programs and policies of the State to determine what changes, modifications, and innovations may be necessary to remove barriers to competitive employment and economic opportunity for persons ...
Iowa Department of Education “Secondary Transition – Guidance to Quality IEPs”
July 18, 2016
In Iowa, secondary transition planning should begin no later than the first IEP to be in effect when the child turns 14, or younger if determined appropriate by the IEP team.The ultimate goal of transition planning is to make the adjustment from high school ...
Training Services for Out of School Youth
July 21, 2016
ORS develops IPEs with youth within 90 days of eligibility determination. TheIPE establishes an occupational goal for the individual that is updated prior to completion of high school. This IPE also establishes if employment, training, and/or college will be ...
Idaho Disability Employment Initiative
August 21, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving Social Security ...
North Rhode Island Collaborative
July 21, 2016
In order to assist Local Educational Agencies in meeting the secondary Transition requirements, the three Rhode Island Educational Collaborative maintain four Regional Transition Centers (RTCs). These centers assist middle and high schools regionally and ...
Expect Employment 2015: TN Employment First Task Force Report
July 21, 2016
In the past year, Tennessee:Continued to expand Project SEARCH to include 60 interns participating at 7 program sites statewide. A total of 42 individuals have been employed through Project SEARCHSecured federal grants and reallocated resources to expand the ...
Community of Practice in Transition: Secondary to Postsecondary Report to Wyoming Department of education (2014)
July 21, 2016
During 2013 the Wyoming Institute for Disabilities (WIND) in collaboration with the Wyoming Department of Education (WDE), Special Programs Division developed a community of practice for student transition (CoP-T). The goal of this project was to bring ...
Transition Action Guide For Post-School Planning
July 21, 2016
~~“This Technical Assistance Guide (TAG) was developed to assist in the improvement of communication, coordination, and services for students with disabilities transitioning from school to work. It was designed to be useful for all persons and ...
Wisconsin Transition Interagency Agreement
July 21, 2016
This interagency agreement has been revised from the July 2007 interagency agreement to now focus on both students with disabilities transitioning from high school as well as adults with disabilities, who have an expectation for integrated competitive ...
Transition Action Guide For Post-School Planning
July 21, 2016
~~“This Technical Assistance Guide (TAG) was developed to assist in the improvement of communication, coordination, and services for students with disabilities transitioning from school to work. It was designed to be useful for all persons and ...
West Virginia Department of Education: Career Technical Education for students with disability
July 21, 2016
Career technical education (CTE) programs in West Virginia are designed for all students and prepare them for entering post-secondary education, training or the workforce. CTE Content Skill Sets (CSSs) are based on national industry recognized accreditation ...
Oregon Council on Developmental Disability Fiscal Year 2016: State Plan (Findings)
July 22, 2016
A broad overview of the Comprehensive Review and Analysis conducted by the Council. The Office of Developmental Disability Services (ODDS) provides DD waiver and Medicaid Community First Choice state plan (K plan) services to about 23,776 eligible children ...
Integrated employment Plan: Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disability
July 22, 2016
The Oregon Department of Human Services (DHS) along with its many partners and stakeholders, strives to support the choices of individuals with intellectual and other developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families within local communities by promoting ...
South Carolina Disability Employment Coalition
July 28, 2016
~~“The SC Disability Employment Coalition (SCDEC) formed in the fall of 2014, through funding from the SC Developmental Disabilities Council, to address employment barriers for individuals with disabilities in South Carolina. SCDEC stakeholders ...
House Bill 400: Work Experience for High School Student disability act
July 29, 2016
The HB400 emphasizes on competitive integrated employment. It requires the office of vocational rehabilitation to facilitate the process of job and career development for the purpose of successful transition of high-school students with disability into ...
Via of the Lehigh Valley (PA): Partnership with Local Schools to Provide Customized Employment
July 29, 2016
This story details a partnership between Via of the Lehigh Valley (a CRP) and the local school system to support a Customized Employment success.
Illinois Employment First Executive Order
August 21, 2015
“WHEREAS, the Illinois Employment First Act (20 ILCS 40 et. seq) requires that State agencies follow and implement the State’s policy of competitive and integrated employment as the first option when serving persons with disabilities of working ...
Disability Employment Initiative Round 1 Grant
September 01, 2016
The New York State Department of Labor will utilize their DEI project as their next generation approach building upon their significant commitment to expanded services under their former Disability Program Navigator grant. Collaborative activities ...
New Jersey Task Force on Improving Special Education for Public School Students Report
December 19, 2016
The Task Force identified numerous topics relevant to the charges mandated by the legislation and requested and examined extensive data from the New Jersey Department of Education (Department), including federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act ...
Illinois Employment First Act (HB2591)
August 21, 2015
The bill, which became effective on July 16, 2013, declares Illinois an Employment First State and establishes competitive employment in integrated settings as the first option for working-age persons with disabilities in Illinois. The bill also ...
New Mexico House Joint Memorial 72
December 19, 2016
“A joint memorial requesting that the Executive Task Force on Disability Employment develop policies, procedures and guidelines to increase the employment of persons with disabilities in state government.”
New Mexico Interagency Behavioral Health Service Requirements and Utilization Guidelines for Supported Employment
December 19, 2016
~~This document defines supported employment and provides program, provider, staffing, documentation, and other requirements of providers of supported employment services.“Supported Employment provides on the job ...
New Mexico Behavioral Health Collaborative
December 19, 2016
~~“This Web site is a resource for individuals, families and agencies concerned with behavioral health. It provides information about behavioral health services, laws, and related news, as well as communication tools and other features. Regardless of ...
North Dakota Transition Consortium (Launch My Life North Dakota)
December 20, 2016
“The North Dakota Transition Consortium is a partnership of programs and agencies. The goal is to promote, improve, and educate about services that help young adults with disabilities move from high school into college, training, or a job.”
Ohio SB 316: IEP and Post-secondary Transition Requirements
December 20, 2016
Beginning not later than the first IEP to be in effect when the child is fourteen years of age, and update annually thereafter, a statement describing:Appropriate measurable post-secondary goals based upon age-appropriate transition assessments related to ...
Guide to Policy and Procedure Development
December 20, 2016
"The Employment First Rule, 5123: 2-2-05, requires county boards to adopt and implement a local Employment First Policy which clearly identifies community employment as the desired outcome for every individual of working age. The following is guidance ...
Ohio Transition Support Partnership (OTSP)
December 20, 2016
“In 2015, the Ohio Department of Education and Opportunities for Ohioans (OOD) launched the Ohio Transition Support Partnership (OTSP). This innovative collaboration changed the nature and impact of transition services for students with disabilities in ...
OH Job Seekers Guide
December 20, 2016
"The Job Seekers Guide will help you learn how to get a job and will give you some tools that will help along the way."
Ohio Employment First Transition Framework
December 20, 2016
"Ohio Employment First Transition Framework is a critical component to the Ohio Employment First structure and is intended to address barriers to transition planning and services in order to achieve meaningful adult outcomes. The Framework was developed ...
Oklahoma’s Transition Education Handbook
December 20, 2016
“Oklahoma’s special education policies and procedures ensure that all students with an IEP have access to a free appropriate public education that emphasizes special education and related services designed to meet their unique needs and prepares ...
Oregon Youth Transition Program
December 20, 2016
~~“Established in 1990, the Oregon Youth Transition Program (YTP) is a collaborative partnership between the office of Vocational Rehabilitation, Oregon Department of Education, and the University of Oregon. It is funded by Vocational Rehabilitation ...
Illinois Employment and Economic Opportunity for Persons with Disabilities Task Force Annual Report
August 21, 2015
"This annual report “outlines the activities undertaken by the Task Force during the first full year of operation. It reflects the information that has been gathered by the Task Force to date as well as outlines the recommendations developed by the ...
Transition from School To Work: OVR Programs and Services
December 20, 2016
“Any high school student with a disability who may need vocational guidance and assistance in preparing for, obtaining, or maintaining competitive employment should be considered for referral to the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR). Students ...
The Transition Alliance of South Carolina (TASC)
December 20, 2016
"The Transition Alliance of South Carolina (TASC) is spearheaded by the Center for Disability Resources (CDR) at the University of South Carolina’s School of Medicine.Utilizing funding and support from the South Carolina Department ...
Expect Employment 2015: Employment First Task Force Report to the Governor
January 04, 2017
~~“Governor Haslam established Tennessee as an Employment First state in June 2013 with Executive Order No. 28. This Order, in recognition of high levels of unemployment for Tennesseans with disabilities, mental illnesses and substance abuse ...
Tennessee Interagency Agreement Regarding IDEA
January 04, 2017
“The purpose of this Agreement is to identify and define the financial responsibilities of the Parties to this Agreement and to facilitate the provision and coordination of services for all infants, toddlers, children, youth and adults who are IDEA ...
Texas Education Agency Employment First Policy
January 04, 2017
“TEA hereby adopts the state's policy that earning a living wage through competitive employment in the general workforce is the priority and preferred outcome for working age individuals with disabilities who receive public benefits. TEA will ...
ASPIRE Utah
January 04, 2017
“The Achieving Success by Promoting Readiness for Education and Employment (ASPIRE) initiative is a project of the Utah State Office of Rehabilitation, on behalf of six western states: Arizona, Colorado, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota ...
Interagency Agreement with Vermont Department of Education and Vermont Agency of Human Services
January 04, 2017
“This agreement promotes collaboration between the Agency of Human Services (AHS) and the Department of Education (DOE) in order to ensure that all required services are coordinated and provided to students with disabilities, in accordance with ...
Washington RCW 28A.155.220: High School Transition Services
January 05, 2017
“The office of the superintendent of public instruction must establish interagency agreements with the department of social and health services, the department of services for the blind, and any other state agency that provides high school transition ...
West Virginia Policy 2419: Regulations for the Education of Students with Exceptionalities
January 05, 2017
“The West Virginia Procedures Manual for the Education of Students with Exceptionalities outlines the policies and procedures districts must follow in meeting the requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004 ...
Executive Order 2002-9 (Establishing a Governor's Task Force on Employment)
January 05, 2017
“An order establishing the Governor's Task Force on Employment and Economic Opportunity for Persons with Disabilities”
State of Arkansas Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Combined State Plan 2016-2019
January 20, 2017
• Train and equip workforce center staff in an ongoing learning process with the knowledge, skills, and motivation to provide superior service to job seekers, including those with disabilities, and businesses in an integrated, regionally focused ...
California Department of Education “Mentoring Frequently Asked Questions”
January 20, 2017
• Q: Who issues work permits? • A: Work permits are required in California for any minor student who has not yet graduated and who would like to work. School districts and county offices of education designate their own work permit officials. • ...
Colorado Department of Education “Secondary Transition”
January 20, 2017
~~Secondary Transition is the process of preparing students for adult life after they leave high school and can be thought of as a bridge between school programs and the opportunities of adult life, including higher education or training, employment, ...
Connecticut State Department of Education “Transition Bill of Rights”
January 20, 2017
“This Transition Bill of Rights for parents of students receiving special education will help parents and students understand a student’s rights related to getting an education and other important issues regarding the transition to life after high ...
Delaware Department of Education “Transitions After High School”
January 23, 2017
“Transition planning should be in effect when a student turns 14 or enter the Grade 8, or younger if deemed appropriate by the IEP team. Students with disabilities and their families must be offered transition planning as part of their Individualized ...
D.C. Dept. of Education “Competitive Employment Opportunity (CEO) Program)”
January 23, 2017
~~“Competitive Employment Opportunities (CEO) consists of preparatory experiences designed to help students with disabilities attain their career and postsecondary training goals. The model aims to expose students to career experiences, and equip them ...
D.C. Department of Education “Transition Services and Programs and Supports ”
January 23, 2017
Secondary transition is the process of preparing students for life after they leave high school, including participation in post-secondary education or training, employment, and community living. Secondary transition training begins in Pre-Kindergarten, with ...
DCPS Transition
January 23, 2017
~~DCPS Transition Central is a tool for DCPS staff to access and provide information .“DCPS has implemented a number of initiatives to meet the diverse needs of students with disabilities and provide them with the opportunity to improve job skills, earn ...
2016 Florida Statues “1003.5716 Transition to postsecondary education and career opportunities”
January 23, 2017
”To ensure quality planning for a successful transition of a student with a disability to postsecondary education and career opportunities, an IEP team shall begin the process of, and develop an IEP for, identifying the need for transition services ...
2016 Florida Statues “1004.6495 Florida Postsecondary Comprehensive Transition Program and Florida Center for Students with Unique Abilities”
January 23, 2017
“The purpose of this section is to increase independent living, inclusive and experiential postsecondary education, and employment opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities through degree, certificate, or nondegree programs and to ...
Florida Department of Education “Technical Assistance Paper High School Graduation Options for Students With Disabilities"
January 23, 2017
“This technical assistance paper describes the high school graduation options for students with disabilities following the adoption of Rule 6A-1.009963, Florida Administrative Code, High School Graduation Requirements for Students with ...
Florida Department of Education “Modified Occupational Completion Points”
January 23, 2017
“MOCPs are selected sets of student performance standards that fall between established OCPs as identified in CTE course descriptions. These selected standards (identified on an individual basis) guide the student in completing a modified program and ...
Florida Department of Education “Modified Occupational Completion Points”
January 23, 2017
“MOCPs are selected sets of student performance standards that fall between established OCPs as identified in CTE course descriptions. These selected standards (identified on an individual basis) guide the student in completing a modified program and ...
Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency (GVRA) “A New Focus on Transition: New Federal Regulations and New Initiatives Focus on Younger Clients”
January 23, 2017
“Georgia’s Career Pathways to Work: Explore, Engage and Employ (E3) initiative. Funded through a $4.7 million grant —stretched over five years — E3 is broken down into three components, and they follow the path of the student or young ...
“Idaho IEP Guidance Handbook” State Department of Education
January 23, 2017
“In order to best meet IDEA and to prepare our students for post-secondary education, training, employment and independent living, transition plans must be in place before a student’s 16th birthday. This chapter includes The steps required to ...
Iowa Department of Education “Secondary Transition
January 24, 2017
“The ultimate goal of secondary transition planning is to make the adjustment from high school as easy, successful and as short as possible. Successful transition planning should begin early and be based on specific knowledge and experiences of targeted ...
Kentucky Department of Education “Career and Technical Education”
January 24, 2017
“Mission: The mission of Career and Technical Education is to assist schools in providing students with skills necessary for a successful transition to postsecondary education or work and a desire for life-long learning in a global society.”
Kentucky Assistive Technology Service Network “A Guide to Assistive Technology Funding in Kentucky 15th Edition”
January 24, 2017
“…the services of the ATRCs include, but are not limited to: Assistive Technology Services for Early Intervention, K-12 and Post-secondary school, Employment, Transition, Independent Living, leisure or recreation; Loan Library of Assistive ...
“Students with Disabilities” Louisiana Department of Education Policy on Resources for Special Education and Transition
January 24, 2017
~~“Families: Families need easy, transparent access to information, services, and supports to advocate effectively for the needs of their child, regardless of whether they are struggling and may need special education and related services, or have ...
Louisiana’s “Every Student Succeeds Act” (ESSA) Framework
January 24, 2017
“Long-term indicators: To foster a better understanding of how skills taught in schools translate to life after high school, Louisiana will provide to schools and school systems an annual series of reports on the postsecondary success and economic ...
Maine Department of Labor Receives Grant to Improve Employment Rates of Youth with Disabilities
January 24, 2017
Commissioner of Labor Jeanne Paquette is pleased to announce that the U.S. Department of Education has awarded the Bureau of Rehabilitation Services, part of the Maine Department of Labor, $9 million to help students with disabilities prepare for ...
“Governor’s Interagency Transition Council for Youth with Disabilities”
January 24, 2017
“The primary responsibility of the IATC is to review, revise and update annually the Interagency State Plan for Transitioning Youth with Disabilities to ensure effective interagency planning and delivery of services for secondary students with ...
“FY2017 Interagency State Plan for Transitioning Youth with Disabilities”
January 24, 2017
“This is a document of the approved goals for students with disabilities who are transitioning from high school to post-secondary school or employment.” It consists of a set of tables, one for each goal, that lists the measures and strategies that ...
Governor’s Interagency Transition Council for Youth with Disabilities
January 24, 2017
~~"The Interagency Transition Council for Youth with Disabilities (IATC) is a partnership of State and local government agencies, educators, family members and advocates. The IATC's purpose is to help improve the policies and practices that affect ...
Maryland Developmental Disabilities Council Webinar: “Everything You Wanted to Know about DDA but Were Afraid to Ask”
January 24, 2017
“Schools are required to begin transition planning for students at age 14. With new Service options* available it is important to start early, educate yourself on new models and options, visit programs, and let your IEP team know about the new options. ...
Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education “Secondary Transition” Policy
January 24, 2017
“For Massachusetts students receiving special education services, Secondary Transition is a time that begins when they turn 14 (or earlier, if the IEP team agrees). From age 14 until they graduate or turn 22, students on IEPs receive transition services ...
Administrative Advisory SPED 2017-1: Guidance Regarding the WIOA Prohibition on Contracting with Entities for the Purpose of Operating a Program Under Which a Youth with a Disability is Engaged in Subminimum Wage Employment
January 24, 2017
“This advisory provides guidance in accordance with the regulations recently promulgated under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) of 2014, specifically 34 CFR § 397.31. This regulation states: ‘“Neither a local ...
Michigan Protection & Advocacy Service Special Education Manual Transition Chapter 10
January 24, 2017
~"Transition services" are meant to provide the necessary linkages between school services and post-school services. This includes linkages with other community or state agencies that may have a responsibility to ...
Secondary Transition, Minnesota Department of Education
January 24, 2017
“Secondary Transition Planning is the process of preparing students for life after high school and includes planning for postsecondary education or training, employment, and independent living. This page is a collection of resources and tools to help ...
“Secondary Transition: A Collaborative Planning Process”
January 24, 2017
“Mississippi Occupational Diploma (MOD): The MOD requires a student with a disability to earn 21 credits by successfully completing selected courses from the general education curriculum, vocational education programs, MOD portfolio objectives or a ...
Toward a Successful Transition: A Checklist for the First 21 Years
January 24, 2017
“To Parents of Children with Developmental Disabilities . . . It is our hope that as parents you will always consider yourselves the experts on your child. We hope that as you seek information, help and guidance you will see your child in “people ...
Executive Order 2016-03 Recommendations: Establishing an ‘Employment First’ Policy
January 30, 2017
“Pennsylvanians with a disability are valued members of society and have demonstrated that they are productive, contributing members of the workforce. There is dignity in work, and when people with a disability hold jobs and earn competitive wages they ...
Oregon’s Transition Resource Handbook
April 26, 2017
~~“Oregon’s Employment First initiative has been the vehicle for state agencies to continue to operate together in improving competitive integrated employment outcomes for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Employment ...
Pennsylvania Training and Technical Assistance Network
April 26, 2017
~~“Working with the Bureau of Special Education (BSE), Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE), PaTTAN provides a full array of professional development and technical assistance targeted to improving student results. This professional development and ...
Vermont Transition and Career Planning Conference
April 26, 2017
“The 12th annual 2017 Transition and Career Planning Conference for K-12 Professionals will address highlighting the importance of “igniting the imagination” as students, educators, and parents create the developmental pathway through ...
Virginia Transition Services for Students with Disabilities
April 27, 2017
“VDOE's Transition Services website provides support, information and resources designed to improve the outcomes of students with disabilities in transition from middle / secondary education to postsecondary education and employment.”
Virginia Special Education Technical Assistance & Professional Development
April 27, 2017
“These resources were developed to provide professional development and technical assistance to parents, school personnel and other consumers. All resources are intended to provide guidance for addressing the regulatory requirements and instructional ...
Arizona Community of Practice on Transition (AZCoPT)
April 27, 2017
~~“The Arizona Community of Practice on Transition (AZCoPT) is a committee dedicated to improving collaboration among secondary transition planning partners.On this page you will find information on each community partner as well as a link to our ...
Arizona Community of Practice on Transition (AZCoPT)
April 27, 2017
~"The Arizona Community of Practice on Transition (AZCoPT) is a committee dedicated to improving collaboration among secondary transition planning partners.On this page you will find information on each community partner as well as a link to our monthly ...
Special Education Process Guide
April 27, 2017
~~ “The Notice of Conference is used by the LEA to take steps to ensure that parent(s) are afforded the opportunity to participate in the special education process. It is the district’s responsibility to provide parents with appropriate ...
Secondary Transition Planning
April 28, 2017
~~• “This Web page offers resources and guidelines for assisting educators, parents, and agency partners to improve compliance with state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to transition age youth and improve post-high school ...
“IEP Procedural Guidance: Exceptional Student Services Unit Technical Assistance”
April 28, 2017
~~“Secondary Transition Requirements:Age Appropriate Transition Assessments Transition assessment is the foundation of a meaningful IEP. The IEP must be based on newly administered or reviewed age appropriate transition assessments. Age-appropriate ...
Junior Partners in Policymaking
April 28, 2017
~~“Junior Partners in Policymaking™ is an exciting summer program for young adults ages 15 to 22. It is held at Dela-ware State University, where the par-ticipants live and learn for five nights and six days.During the day, participants are ...
District of Columbia Partners in Transition
April 28, 2017
~~“Visit OSSE's Secondary Transition website for more information on how to support students with disabilities in successful transitions to life after high school. The website also features information for educators, families, and students ...
“Individualized Education Program (IEP) Amendment Policy”
April 28, 2017
~~“The purpose of this Memorandum is to provide guidance and establish state-level parameters for utilizing the documented written agreement amendment modality to amend Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). It is the expectation of the Office of the ...
Limitations on Subminimum Wage
April 28, 2017
~~“Any individual hired into subminimum wage employment after July 22, 2016, must receive CC&IR services once every six months the first year of employment and annually thereafter. All individuals employed at subminimum wage prior to July 22, 2016, ...
Guiding Employment First In Indiana: A Statewide Plan
August 24, 2015
“In January 2010, the Indiana Medicaid Infrastructure Grant (MIG) began formal work to develop a comprehensive strategic plan to improve the employment services systems for individuals with disabilities (IWD). The MIG is a federal grant that works to ...
A Parent's Guide - Educational Rights and Responsibilities: Understanding Special Education in Illinois. Chapter 6: Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
May 01, 2017
~~“Once it is determined that a student meets the criteria to receive special education and related services, an Individualized Education Program (IEP) will be developed. An IEP is a written statement of the educational program designed to meet the ...
Iowa HF 572, Concerning who Consitatue the Membership of the State WIB
May 01, 2017
~~“An Iowa workforce development board is created,….” the law describes who will make up the 33 voting members and 13 non-voting of the board including the governor, a state senator, a state representative, the director of the Departments ...
Accommodations Manual 2018-2019
May 01, 2017
~~“The Kansas Assessment Program (KAP) Summative Assessment will have many tools available to help students navigate the online system. Some of the tools will be available to all students, while others will only be available to students who have ...
Graduation Pathways
May 01, 2017
~~“While most students with disabilities in Louisiana will pursue a traditional pathway to a high school diploma, certain students with disabilities who have an IEP have alternative pathways to a diploma available to them.•Students at the high ...
“LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION POSTS DRAFT ESSA PLAN FOR PUBLIC COMMENT”
May 01, 2017
~~“ESSA's provisions become effective July 1, 2017. Per the law, the United States Secretary of Education must approve or deny a plan within 120 days of a state submitting its plan to the U.S. Department of Education. Because completion of the plan ...
“THE HEART OF ESSA: REFLECT ON RESULTS, PLAN AND PRIORITIZE, AND FUND PRIORITIES”
May 01, 2017
~~“Career education access: Louisiana developed a career education initiative, Jump Start, as well as a diverse course delivery program known as Course Choice. Using funds won through the New Skills for Youth grant, Louisiana conducted an inventory of ...
“Louisiana Awarded $2 Million to Improve Career Education”
May 01, 2017
~~“The Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO) and JPMorgan Chase & Co. on Wednesday announced Louisiana is one of 10 states to receive a three-year, $2 million grant through phase two of the New Skills for Youth (NSFY) grant opportunity to ...
Maine State Plan for Assistive Technology Summary
May 01, 2017
~~“In 1989, the Governor appointed the Department of Education (DOE) as the lead agency for the Maine CITE Program. The Office of Special Services within the Department assumed responsibility for overseeing the activities of the Program.The Program ...
“Proficiency Diplomas Guidance for Students with Disabilities”
May 01, 2017
~~“Question: In the law it states “maintains the integrity of the standards as specified in the IEP”. Clarification: the IEP can define the performance tasks and accommodations, but not articulate the standards, correct?Answer: Correct. The ...
PRE-EMPLOYMENT TRANSITION SERVICES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
May 02, 2017
~~“Michigan Rehabilitation Services, in coordination with schools and other community partners, will offer Pre-Employment Transition Services for students with disabilities ages 14-26 in secondary or post-secondary education. Services are designed to be ...
“Measurable Annual Goals and Short Term Objectives”
May 02, 2017
~~“The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education (MARSE) require that annual goals and objectives must be measurable. In order to determine whether an annual goal or objective is ...
Recommendations for Improving School Funding in Mississippi
May 02, 2017
~~“Recommendation #3c: Create a commission to study and make recommendations related to service-based (IEP-based) fundingWhile multiple-tiered weights based on diagnosis alone would represent a big step forward for Mississippi, EdBuild believes that an ...
Proposed Part B State Plan Changes for 2017 “Transition Services”
May 02, 2017
~~“A. beginning not later than the first IEP to be in effect when the child is sixteen (16), or younger if determined appropriate by the IEP team, and updated annually thereafter appropriate measurable postsecondary goals based upon age appropriate ...
Part B Compliance
May 02, 2017
~~“THE STATE COMPLIANCE PLAN FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION is being revised during the 2016-17 school year to reflect updates in the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), provide clarification on a number of issues, and make substantive changes based on research ...
Missouri Interagency Transition Team
May 02, 2017
~~“The Missouri Interagency Transition Team (MITT) formed in 2007 by the Office of Special Education at the Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education to increase interagency collaboration at the state, regional, and local levels. This ...
NY Transition Planning and Services for Students with Disabilities Policy Brief
July 17, 2017
“The New York State Education Department has developed the attached policy brief, Transition Planning and Services for Students with Disabilities, to remind Committees on Special Education and school districts of their specific responsibilities under ...
Pennsylvania Employment First Executive Order Summary
July 18, 2017
“On March 10, 2016, Governor Tom Wolf signed Executive Order 2016-03, “Establishing ‘Employment First’ Policy and Increasing Competitive-Integrated Employment for Pennsylvanians with a Disability.”…Per the requirements of ...
Rhode Island Statewide Transition Capacity Building Institute
July 18, 2017
~~RIDE, in collaboration with the Regional Transition Centers, has hosted a Statewide Transition Capacity Building Institute for the last five years. Our National partners assist our state and districts in improving secondary education and transition ...
SC Employment First Initiative
July 18, 2017
“South Carolina is one of six states selected by the Administration for Community Living to receive funding in order to increase employment outcomes for youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities statewide. Employment First emphasizes ...
Utah State Office of Rehabilitation Services to Students with Disabilities Policy
July 18, 2017
“Transition services shall be provided to eligible Students and Youth with disabilities to facilitate the transition from educational settings in high school to VR services oriented toward an employment outcome consistent with the student/youth’s ...
Virginia Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities
July 18, 2017
“Led by the Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services and the Virginia Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired, this grant will help nearly 500 Virginians with disabilities, including young adults and veterans, gain new skills and ...
Maine Department of Education, Special Services, Career and Technical Education and Adult Education Memorandum of Understanding
July 18, 2017
“BRS [of Maine Department of Labor] and DOE agreement to cooperate to meet the needs of students with disabilities in particular to better coordinate the process of student transition”
Maine Department of Education, Special Services, Career and Technical Education and Adult Education Memorandum of Understanding
July 18, 2017
“BRS [of Maine Department of Labor] and DOE agreement to cooperate to meet the needs of students with disabilities in particular to better coordinate the process of student transition”
Executive Order 01.01.2009.10 Maryland Disability History and Awareness Month
July 19, 2017
“Now, therefore, I, Martin O’Malley, Governor of the State of Maryland […] hereby proclaim the following executive order, effective immediately.State of Maryland Executive Branch agencies shall annually observe October as Disability History ...
Minnesota Regional Low Incidence Projects
July 19, 2017
~~“The Minnesota Low Incidence Projects are designed to assist school districts across the state in fulfilling federal requirements in the areas of implementation of the IDEA, professional development and insuring the availability of high quality staff ...
2017-18 State Budget Briefing
July 27, 2017
~~“Employment First Policies for Individual with Disabilities: Adopts trailer bill language that requires that performance objectives included in regional center contracts measure progress and outcomes in implementing the Employment First ...
“Local Partnership Agreement Template"
July 27, 2017
~~“The California Department of Education (CDE), the Department of Rehabilitation (DOR), and the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) seek to foster an environment of collaboration to increase competitive integrated employment (CIE) opportunities ...
HB 371 An act relating to assistive technology devices; 2 amending s. 1003.575, F.S.
July 28, 2017
~~“Section 1003.575, Florida Statutes, is amended to read:1003.575 Assistive technology devices; findings; interagency agreements.—Accessibility, utilization, and coordination of appropriate assistive technology devices and services are essential ...
Olmstead Plan for Mental Health and Disability Services: State plan framework (2011 - 2015)
August 24, 2015
“The Department of Human Service’s priorities for Olmstead Plan implementation include establishing the leadership, necessary partnerships and infrastructure for a service system expanding opportunities for competitive employment.”The goals ...
NY Tax Credit for Employment of Persons with Disabilities
November 01, 2017
“You are entitled to this nonrefundable credit if you or your business employed a qualified employee within New York State who is certified by the New York State Education Department's Office of Vocational and Educational Services for ...
Experience the Employment Connection
November 01, 2017
Experience the Employment Connection is a training session offered in local areas across the state of PA. “Participants will learn how to work collaboratively, with numerous agencies, to obtain meaningful, integrative employment for the individuals they ...
South Carolina Uniform High School Diplomas Bill
November 01, 2017
“An act to amend section 59-39-100, as amended, code of laws of South Carolina, 1976, relating to the uniform diploma for graduates of accredited high schools, so as to provide personalized pathways for students to earn the diploma and to provide ...
SC Work-Based Learning Implementation Guidelines
November 01, 2017
“Education for all students should be relevant and provide appropriate transitions to future careers and lifelong learning. SC students can and should learn to apply their knowledge and skills to real life, real work, and real world situations, both ...
South Carolina Employability Credential
November 01, 2017
“South Carolina has roughly 100,000 students with disabilities serviced under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) of which the majority are able to earn a State high school diploma. Given the varying levels of student achievement, ...
TN Special Education Framework
November 01, 2017
“The purpose of the Special Education Framework is to support educators in writing instructionally appropriate IEPs. Several years ago, the department developed the first Special Education Framework and has continuously garnered feedback from educators ...
“Employment First Policy”
November 02, 2017
~~“Resources and guidelines for educators, parents, and agencies that will assist transition age youth develop postsecondary goals that lead to competitive, integrated employment (CIE).”
WI Project SEARCH
November 02, 2017
“Project SEARCH is a business led collaboration that enables young adults with disabilities to gain and maintain employment through training and career exploration. A 9-12 month program, Project SEARCH provides total immersion in a large community ...
Workability Transition Program
November 02, 2017
~~• “The WAI program offers students with an Individualized Education Program (IEP) the opportunity to complete their secondary education while also obtaining marketable job skills. WAI provides secondary students with an understanding of job ...
Support for Students with Significant Support Needs (SSN)
November 02, 2017
~~“Students with significant support needs are highly diverse learners with extensive needs in the areas of cognition and/or learning, communication, movement and social/emotional abilities. The individual may also have concurrent health, sensory, ...
Project Search
November 02, 2017
~~“Project SEARCH Hilton – Capital Area Region (Formerly Embassy Suites—DC) is a one-year “school-to-work” transition program designed to prepare DCPS adult students with intellectual and other developmental disabilities for ...
Iowa Coalition for Integrated Employment
August 25, 2015
“The Iowa Coalition for Integrated Employment’s consortium includes representatives from the Iowa DD Council, Iowa Department of Education, Iowa VR and the Department of Human Services. The partners have a history of routinely working together on ...
Project Search
November 02, 2017
~~“Project SEARCH Hilton – Capital Area Region (Formerly Embassy Suites—DC) is a one-year “school-to-work” transition program designed to prepare DCPS adult students with intellectual and other developmental disabilities for ...
Iowa AIDD Partnerships in Employment Systems Change Grant
August 25, 2015
The Iowa Coalition for Integrated Employment’s consortium includes representatives from various government and advocacy agencies and organizations. The objections of the coalition are: “Develop a Readiness for Change Plan for ...
“Learning Opportunities Transition from School to Adult Life
November 03, 2017
~~“Transition is a formal process of long-range cooperative planning that will assist students with disabilities to successfully move from school into the adult world. High quality transition planning and services will enable students with ...
Transition Services for Students with Disabilities
November 03, 2017
“For many students with disabilities the success of this transition from school to adult life depends on teamwork and collaboration between the schools and community resources. As one such resource, the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation works closely ...
Executive Order 01.01.2017.23 Maryland Disability Employment Awareness Month
November 03, 2017
“Now, therefore, I, Lawrence J. Hogan, Jr., Governor of the State of Maryland, by virtue of the power invested in my by the constitution and the laws of Maryland, declare the following: Each State department, board, agency, authority, board, or ...
Michigan Alliance for Families
November 03, 2017
“Michigan Alliance for Families provides information, support, and education for families who have children (birth through 26 years of age) who receive (or may be eligible to receive) special education services. This website can help you with finding ...
Kansas Employment First Oversight Commission Annual Report
September 01, 2015
~~“The Employment First Oversight Commission was established during the 2011 Kansas Legislative Session and became law on July 1, 2011. The Employment First law (K.S.A. 44-1136-38) details the duties and responsibilities of the oversight ...
Nebraska Youth Leadership Council
September 02, 2015
~~“NYLC was created “by youth for youth”. We are leaders and advocates who experience a disability. We travel the state promoting disability awareness and educating our peers on transitioning to college or work.”
Alabama Disability Employment Initiative
July 27, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people with disabilities who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving ...
Opening Doors: A Transition Guide
September 02, 2015
“This protocol is the result of the dialogue and cooperation of the NebraskaTransition Team members and other statewide representatives. Members met for three sessions with a facilitator for the purpose of better defining roles, responsibilities, tasks, ...
Employment First in Nevada
September 03, 2015
“Employment in the general workforce is the first and preferred outcome in the provision of publicly funded services for allworking age citizens with disabilities, regardless of level of disability. The expectation is that people work!”
New Hampshire HB 1174
September 03, 2015
“This bill establishes a committee to identify and recommend changes to New Hampshire laws and rules on the payment of subminimum wages to persons with disabilities.”
New Hampshire Council on Developmental Disabilities
September 03, 2015
“The purpose of State Councils is to ’engage in advocacy, capacity building, and systemic change activities that are consistent with the purpose of the DD Act and; contribute to a coordinated, consumer and family-centered, consumer and ...
New Hampshire Council on Developmental Disabilities (NHCDD) Five Year Plan (2016-2021), Executive Summary
September 03, 2015
Goal 2. Quality of Life: Individuals with developmental disabilities living in New Hampshire will have greater opportunities for inclusion through meaningful competitive employment, friendships and relationships, recreation and choice of social activities, ...
Institute on Disability/UCEDD - University of New Hampshire
September 03, 2015
“Trains students, self-advocates, families and professionals through coursework, seminars, workshops and conferences; Provides technical assistance to organizations and individuals to improve their capacity to include all citizens. Disseminates ...
New Hampshire Governor's Commission on Disability
September 03, 2015
The Governor’s Commission on Disability provides information about the many services, laws, and regulations that affect citizens with disabilities.
New Hampshire Medicaid Infrastructure Grant Five Year Plan (2008-2012)
September 03, 2015
• MIG funds were used during 2002 and 2003 to provide the 13 New Hampshire Employment Security One-Stops with equipment and resource materials (e.g., screen readers, audio “how to” tapes) to make them more accessible to individuals with ...
New York Disability Employment Initiative Round 8
February 07, 2018
“NY DEI will fund four Disability Resource Coordinators and implement activities that will improve education and employment outcomes for youth with disabilities by increasing their participation in existing Career Pathways programs. Expanding the ...
Employment First Task Force Joint Guidance: Limitations on Use of Subminimum Wage
February 07, 2018
“Section 511 of the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act of 2014 (WIOA), which took effect July 22, 2016, is intended to place limits on the payment of subminimum wage to individuals with disabilities, using special wage certificates under ...
Employment First PA Fiscal Year 2017-2018 Quarter 4 Updates
February 07, 2018
This document lists updates from agencies involved with Pennsylvania’s Employment First initiative. Updates are focused around various priorities, including raising expectations for youth with disabilities, preparing students for school-to-work ...
Rhode Island Disability Employment Initiative Round 8
February 07, 2018
“RI DEI will fund four Disability Resource Coordinators and implement activities that will continue with its success in re-integrating the Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities populations from sheltered workshops and segregated day programs and ...
UW ECHO in Secondary Transitions
February 08, 2018
~~“The UW ECHO in Secondary Transitions network will be discontinued for the 2019 – 2020 academic year.Recorded sessions are available through WyoLearn. We thank you for your support and participation in theUW ECHO in Education ...
Alabama Transition Standards
February 12, 2018
~~“This set of standards emphasizes the career development process of high school students with disabilities. Since career development is a process that occurs over the course of a lifetime rather than a one-time event…such standards are ...
Colorado Department of Education “Secondary Transition
February 12, 2018
~~“Secondary Transition is the process of preparing students for adult life after they leave high school and can be thought of as a bridge between school programs and the opportunities of adult life, including higher education or training, employment, ...
Parent Involvement Initiative
February 13, 2018
“The Parent Involvement Initiative is part of the Kentucky Department of Education’s State Personnel Development Grant (SPDG), funded by the Office of Special Education Programs and managed by the University of Kentucky. It is designed to promote ...
Delaware Regulations, Title 14:900: 925
February 13, 2018
~~“925 Children with Disabilities Subpart D, Evaluations, Eligibility Determination, Individualized Education Programs:Non-regulatory note: Some sections of this regulation are shown in italics. Federal law requires that the Delaware Department of ...
Maine Department of Labor Receives Grant to Improve Employment Rates of Youth with Disabilities
February 13, 2018
“Commissioner of Labor Jeanne Paquette is pleased to announce that the U.S. Department of Education has awarded the Bureau of Rehabilitation Services, part of the Maine Department of Labor, $9 million to help students with disabilities prepare for ...
IDEA Grant Funded Initiatives
February 13, 2018
“The Michigan Department of Education (MDE), Office of Special Education (OSE) established various Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Grant Funded Initiatives to enhance its support for special education in Michigan. IDEA Grant Funded ...
Secondary Student Progression: 2017-2018 Frequently Asked Questions
February 13, 2018
~~“What are the graduation requirements for students with disabilities?Most students with disabilities take the same courses and assessments as other students to earn a standard diploma. The following options are only for students with ...
GVRA provides Career Specialist Pilot for ECCHS
February 13, 2018
~~“Elbert County Comprehensive High School (ECCHS) was selected as one of five Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency (GVRA) Capacity Building Pilots to receive a Career Specialist for Transition funded by GVRA. In collaboration with the Georgia ...
Transition Timeline
February 14, 2018
“Toward successful transition: A checklist for the first 21 years.”
2017 Disability Employment and Inclusion Awards
February 14, 2018
“Two Nebraska VR partners received awards for their role in creating inclusive workplaces and advocacy for disability employment during a ceremony October 10 at the State Capitol.”
“One Door, Many Paths” a WIOA Partner’s Workshop
February 14, 2018
~~“The One Door Many Paths Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Summit will be held May 21, 2018, at the Sheraton West Des Moines. This is Iowa's second jointly facilitated event by Iowa Workforce Development, the Iowa Department of ...
Transition Services
February 14, 2018
~~“Transition services are designed to assist and prepare a student in special education to move from secondary education to the workplace or to higher education. Heartland AEA consultants assist schools, students and families in making transition ...
Kansas Educator Preparation Program Standards for Secondary Education Unified 6-12
February 15, 2018
~~“The initial Secondary Education Unified 6-12 License will prepare teacher candidates to work with 6th grade through 12th grade learners** to identify those with special needs and to aid in effective support and intervention through collaboration with ...
Kentucky Community Work Transition Program (CWTP)
September 04, 2015
~~“The Community Work Transition Program (CWTP) is a fee-for-service program addressing the VR Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) requirements of providing targeted pre-employment transition services to students and promoting successful ...
Memorandum of Understanding Transition to Employment of Students and Youth with Disabiilities
March 19, 2018
Vision: Through strong interagency collaboration, students with disabilities will exit school with competitive integrated employment and/or a connection to post-secondary education intended to lead to employment.1, Recitals and Purpose1.1. Nationally and in ...
Arkansas Employment First Task Force Final Report
July 28, 2015
"After the Governor signed Executive Order 10-17, the Department of Human Services convened the Employment First Task Force. The Task Force was comprised of representatives from state agencies, provider associations, and advocacy groups. The Task Force ...
Kentucky Educational Collaborative for State Agency Children Resource Guide
September 04, 2015
“This resource book came about because several young people who had lived in parental and foster homes their entire lives realized they were facing life after high school in a nursing facility because of lack of available adult supports in the community ...
Utah Administrative Code Rule R277-705-6: Career Development Credentials
June 13, 2018
“The Utah State Board of Education gave final approval to administrative rule R277-705 Secondary School Completion Diploma in December after a subcommittee of educators and advocates from around the state surveyed stakeholders and recommended the ...
Wisconsin Act 178: Employment First Bill
June 13, 2018
“An Act to create 47.05 of the statutes; relating to: competitive integrated employment of persons with a disability and granting rule-making authority.”
Memorandum of Understanding: Transition to Employment of Students and Youth with Disabilities
June 13, 2018
“Vision: Through strong interagency collaboration, students with disabilities will exit school with competitive integrated employment and/or a connection to post-secondary intended to lead to employment.”
WI Vocational Rehabilitation Transition Services for Students with Disabilities
June 13, 2018
“DVR works with students with disabilities who are transitioning from high school to employment and training. DVR works with the Department of Public Instruction (DPI) and the Department of Health Services (DHS) to help students have a smooth transition ...
WV Department of Education Policy 2520.16: West Virginia Alternate Academic Achievement Standards
June 13, 2018
“West Virginia Alternate Academic Achievement Standards defines the alternate academic achievement standards grades K-12 for students with the most significant cognitive disabilities and provides rigorous and challenging standards to meet the ...
Collaboration Announcement
June 13, 2018
“Nebraska VR (Vocational Rehabilitation) in the Department of Education and the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) in the Department of Health and Human Services have partnered to coordinate employment services for individuals with ...
Education Training and Technical Assistance Project
June 13, 2018
“The Nevada Center for Excellence in Disabilities, in collaboration with the Nevada Department of Education, Office of Special Education, Elementary and Secondary Education, and School Improvement Programs, proposes to coordinate training and technical ...
Collaborative Initiatives across Career and Technical Education, Vocational Rehabilitation and Special Education: Three State/Local Stories
June 13, 2018
“Learning ObjectivesAttendees will gain knowledge of:• predictors and evidence-based and promising practices specific to interagency collaboration across CTE, VR, and SpEd;• effective strategies to build partnerships between CTE, VR, and SpEd; ...
Kentucky DOE ESEA Flexibility Request
September 04, 2015
“The Kentucky State Department of Education’s ESEA flexibility request was approved on February 9, 2012.”
Mastering the Maze: The Special Education Process 1: Referral through IEP Implementation (Draft)
June 14, 2018
~~“Employment/Occupation/Career Goal l (Select or write the most appropriate goal for the student):• Student will reach college and career readiness by potentially earning an industry career credential. • Student will be prepared to ...
Alabama’s Transition Engagement Series #1
June 14, 2018
~~“Alabama’s Transition Engagement Series #1 – Helping Students Achieve Post-School Outcomes: A Handbook for Engaging Secondary Transition Professionals is a handbook designed for Special Education professionals who serve students with ...
Disability Categories
June 14, 2018
~~“Fourteen disabilities have been identified under ECEA. NOTE: Some of these disabilities have sub-menus on the left to sort their information.Those persons from three to twenty-one years of age who, by reason of one or more of the following ...
A Parent’s Guide to Special Education in Connecticut
June 15, 2018
~~“Transitioning from High School to Post-School ActivitiesAt the annual PPT meeting following your child’s fifteenth birthday (or younger, if determined appropriate) you will begin to discuss transition planning from school to adult life. Your ...
Nursing Home Diversion and Transition Program
June 15, 2018
~~“The purpose of this program is to ensure that nursing home placements for DMHAS clients (or DMHAS-eligible clients) are necessary, appropriate, and safe. Preadmission Screening Resident Review (PASRR) is an integral part of the ...
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Two Year Modification
June 15, 2018
~~“Promoting integrated employment in the community as the first and preferred option for individuals with disabilities under the Employment First Florida initiative. FDBS provides training and education on integrated employment to staff and community ...
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Two Year Modification - VR Transition Youth program
June 15, 2018
~~ “The VR Transition Youth program administrator serves as a representative on the State Secondary Transition Interagency Committee. The program administrator works closely with the regional representatives of Project 10: ...
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Two Year Modification - Needs Assessment and Evaluation
June 15, 2018
~~“Needs Assessment and EvaluationA biannual training needs assessment is conducted using information from several sources. These include a formal needs assessment instrument, performance evaluation data, training evaluation sheets obtained from every ...
IEP Team Meeting Facilitation
June 15, 2018
~~“IEP Team Meeting Facilitation is a collaborative dispute prevention and resolution process used when members of an IEP Team agree that the presence of a third party would help facilitate communication and problem solving. IEP Team Meeting ...
Arkansas Department of Career Education Transition Services
July 28, 2015
~Arkansas Rehabilitation Services works to provide opportunities for Rehabilitation counselors and schools to develop partnerships in an effort to prepare high school students with disabilities the knowledge, skills, and abilities to achieve successful ...
Pennsylvania House Bill 1641: Employment First Law
June 22, 2018
“An Act providing for competitive integrated employment in State and county agencies and any entity providing publicly funded education, training, employment and related services and long-term services and supports for working-age Pennsylvanians with a ...
Louisiana Disability Employment Initiative
September 05, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for youth and adults with disabilities who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving ...
Arkansas Department of Career Education Arkansas Rehabilitation Services Division “Fiscal Year 2015 State Plan For the Vocational Rehabilitation Services and Supported Employment Services Programs”
July 28, 2015
ARS [Arkansas Rehabilitation Services] collaborates and coordinates services with federal, state and local agencies that contribute to the vocational rehabilitation and independent living of Arkansans with disabilities. ARS cooperates with agencies in ...
Engage Alabama: Secondary Transition Best Practices for Positive Student Outcomes
October 18, 2018
~~The objectives of this presentation are: “Provide participants with a brief overview of the letter and spirit of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) as it applies to transition. Demonstrate the use of transition ...
Information on the Formal Interagency Agreement with the State Educational Agency
October 18, 2018
~~DEED’s Special Education Unit and DVR have an interagency agreement that is designed to facilitate the transition of students with disabilities from receipt of educational services in school to the receipt of vocational rehabilitation ...
Getting a Higher Education: The Details
October 19, 2018
~~If you need special supports or accommodations to succeed while you are in high school, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requires that a well thought-out Individualized Education Program (IEP) be developed and updated yearly. The ...
Special Populations Program Summary
October 19, 2018
~~“This page discusses career technical education for special populations as defined by the federal Perkins Vocational and Technical Education Act. PurposeTo assure accountability for services to special populations, including students pursuing ...
Charting a Course for the Future - A Transition Toolkit
October 19, 2018
~~In order to improve outcomes for youth with disabilities, transition services requirements were included in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA P.L. 101-476). The basic purpose of including transition components in the legislation is ...
Secondary Transition Resources for Special Education Students
October 19, 2018
~~This page is a collection of links to materials about secondary transition The categories are:Community-Based Transition Services (18-21) Guidance DocumentsIEPs - Checklists, Goals & Objectives, RubricsSecondary Transition Reports
Louisiana's ESEA Flexibility Request
September 05, 2015
“By submitting this flexibility request, the SEA requests flexibility through waivers of the ten ESEA requirements listed below and their associated regulatory, administrative, and reporting requirements by checking each of the boxes below. The ...
Project Search
October 22, 2018
~~Project SEARCH was originally launched in 1996 at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. Designed to prepare young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities for competitive employment, this one-year “school- to-work” ...
Secondary Transition
October 22, 2018
~~“The term “transition services” or “transition planning” means a coordinated set of activities for a child with a disability that:•Is designed to be within a results-oriented process, that is focused on improving the ...
2018 Idaho Transition Institute
October 22, 2018
~~The 2018 Idaho Transition Institute serves as a powerful opportunity for school district and charter teams to connect with partnering Idaho agencies and higher education offering transition resources and experiences to students with disabilities. With an ...
Special Education Programs Indicator 13: Secondary Transition
October 23, 2018
~~This page has information on Secondary Transition and Indicator13 from the SPP/APR including links to a webinar series, FAQs, and Evidence Based Practices.
Graduation Pathways Policy Guidance
October 23, 2018
~~How will accommodations be provided for students with disabilities (e.g., IEPs and 504 plans)?The student’s IEP must include appropriate accommodations and related services and supplementary aids and services to help the student meet all Pathway ...
New Hampshire ESEA Flexibility Approval
September 08, 2015
The New Hampshire Department of Education's ESEA flexibility request was approved on June 26, 2013.
Secondary Transition and Workforce Development for Students with Disabilities
October 23, 2018
~~“Federal and State RequirementsIn Ohio, students with disabilities ages 14 or younger, if appropriate, formally enter into the secondary transition planning process. A truly successful transition process is the result of comprehensive planning that is ...
Special Education Technical Assistance
October 24, 2018
~~“Welcome to the OSDE-SES Technical Assistance page. This page provides access to handbooks, manuals, and guides related to special education services, self assessment tools, and a link to the special education staffing page.”
Secondary Transition
October 24, 2018
~~“Transition services are crucial in supporting students as they plan for post-school goals. Transition plans assist students in meeting their post-school goals, such as: gainful employment, post-secondary education or training, independent living, ...
Transition Tools
October 24, 2018
~~These resources can provide specific information to assist in the transition of students with disabilities from school to work or to higher education.TAGG Flyer - Transition Assessment and Goal Generator - A new online transition assessment for high school ...
New Jersey Governor’s Employment First Declaration
September 08, 2015
~~“Recognizing the opportunity for New Jersey to improve employment statistics by increasing the number of people with disabilities in the general workforce, Governor Christie declared New Jersey an “Employment First” state on April ...
Frequently Asked Questions Resource for schools Requesting Approval for a CTE Program
October 25, 2018
~~“This resource offers expanded information to school administrators who are completing the application required to offer a career and technical education (CTE) program”
Transition Services
October 25, 2018
~~“Transition services means a coordinated set of activities for a child with a disability that —(1) Is designed to be within a results oriented process that is focused on improving the academic and functional achievement of the child with a ...
RHODE ISLAND INITIATIVES 2018-19
October 25, 2018
~~“It is the policy of the RI Department of Education to support and promote practices in local education agencies and with partner agencies that support students with intellectual/developmental disabilities in exiting the public education system to ...
College & Career: Exploration and Preparation Building the Talent Pipeline in South Carolina
October 26, 2018
~~Want to know what business industry clusters are most widely available or needed in your region of the state? Search and explore essential business industry information for each region of South Carolina: Upstate, Central, Pee Dee, and South Coast. Each ...
Fiscal Year 2017 Monitoring Report on the Michigan Rehabilitation Services Vocational Rehabilitation and Supported Employment Programs
November 01, 2018
~~“Through implementation of this focus area, RSA assessed the achievement of quality employment outcomes by individuals with disabilities served in the VR program by conducting an in-depth and integrated analysis of core VR program data and review of ...
Nebraska VR Joins Broad Effort to Observe National Disability Employment Awareness Month
November 02, 2018
~~“Nebraska VR today announced its participation in National Disability Employment Awareness Month, an annual awareness campaign that takes place each October. The purpose of National Disability Employment Awareness Month that traces back to 1945 is to ...
Agencies- Transition Services Liaison Project
November 05, 2018
Transition services are a coordinated set of activities for a child with a disability, based on the individual child’s needs, taking into account the child’s strengths, preferences and interests; and designed to be within a results-oriented ...
Division of Career and Technical Education
November 05, 2018
~~The goal of the South Dakota Department of Education is for all students to graduate college, career and become life ready. The Division of Career and Technical Education (DCTE) provides support for students’ preparations for postsecondary education ...
TN Special Education: Secondary Transition
November 05, 2018
~~The department encourages districts to prepare all students for Career and College Readiness. The programs, resources, and services included in these guidelines demonstrate best practices in serving Students with Disabilities as they transition from ...
Secondary Transition Guidance
November 06, 2018
~~“On this page you will find information about transition from school settings to post-school settings. This transition process should begin as early as possible but formally begins when a student with a disability turns 16 (19 TAC ...
Special Education School to Post-School Transition
November 06, 2018
~~This is a page of resources including Assessments, Regulations, Guidelines, IEP and other topics
Utah Administrative Code Rule R539-9. State Supported Employment Program
November 06, 2018
~~“The purpose of this rule is to provide:(a) procedures and standards for the determination of eligibility for the Division's state supported employment program for Persons on the Division's Waiting List as specified in R539-2-4.(2) This rule ...
Training Options after High School
November 06, 2018
~~With support from teachers, adult agencies and families students may start or continue training after high school. Students receiving special education services participate in the development of postsecondary training goals in their transition IEPs by age ...
Secondary Transition: Consent for Inviting Participating Agency Representatives
November 06, 2018
~~“Are school personnel required to obtain written consent from the parent to invite a participating agency representative to an IEP meeting before they invite the agency representative?Yes, the local school division must acquire written consent from ...
New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities (2012-2017) Five-Year Planning Goals
September 08, 2015
Goal: Advance New Jersey’s practices/performance as an Employment First state considering all individuals with developmental disabilities.Implementation Targets:• Evaluate New Jersey’s Employment First policies and practices compared to best ...
Planning the Future for Students with Disabilities
November 07, 2018
~~“This guide is intended to provide information that is applicable to “most” young adults. However, individual needs, developmental levels and circumstances vary. Parental/guardian involvement and young adults’ input is highly ...
Transition Readiness Grant Program
November 07, 2018
~~“Thirty-seven school districts across Wisconsin will receive funding through the Transition Readiness Grant Program starting this month. Based on Wisconsin’s Let’s Get to Work grant project, the program was created in order to strengthen ...
Secondary Transition
November 08, 2018
~~‘The UW ECHO in Secondary Transitions network will be discontinued for the 2019 – 2020 academic year.Recorded sessions are available through WyoLearn."
New Jersey Five-Year Career and Technical Education State Plan
September 08, 2015
”The OCTE will work collaboratively with the NJDOE Division of Student Services, Office of Special Education Programs, to ensure that people with disabilities are an integral part of the labor force in New Jersey and are active and valuable participants ...
Office of Special Education Transition Requirements – NJ Administrative Code 6A-14
September 08, 2015
(34) Transition services. The term "transition services" means a coordinated set of activities for a child with a disability that— (A) is designed to be within a results-oriented process, that is focused on improving the academic and ...
Secondary Transition Planning “Compliance”
May 08, 2019
~“Resources and guidelines for educators, parents and agencies that will assist transition age youth develop transition plans that comply with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) are available on the Department of Education’s ...
922 Children with Disabilities Subpart A, Purposes and Definitions
May 09, 2019
~~“Transition Services” means a coordinated set of activities for a child with a disability that is designed to be within a results oriented process, that is focused on improving the academic and functional achievement of the child with a ...
923 Children with Disabilities Subpart B General Duties and Eligibility of Agencies
May 09, 2019
~~“10.0 Program Options; Vocational and Career Technical Programs and Services10.1 Each public agency shall ensure children with disabilities have available to them the variety of educational programs and services available to nondisabled children in ...
PIPEline to Career Success for SWD 1 PIPEline to Career Success for Students with Disabilities
May 09, 2019
~~“A collaboration of Delaware state agencies and national organizations that serve SWD will modify a proven change process to increase positive educational and employment outcomes for SWD to address these disparities. The National Alliance for ...
Special Education Services and Supports
May 09, 2019
~~“The Georgia Department of Education (Division for Special Education Services and Supports) provides necessary infrastructure and supports for leaders, teachers, and families to meet the whole child needs of each student improving student outcomes and ...
Technical Assistance for Transition
May 09, 2019
~~This page is a list of materials about “Technical Assistance for Transition includes topics such as Transition Compliance, Transition Planning, IEP Development, and topics related to transition andimprovement activities.”
How the Indiana Office of Special Education Makes Determinations Under the Results Driven Accountability and Differentiated Support System
May 10, 2019
~“IDEA 2004 requires states to make annual “Determinations” on the performance of each Local Education Agency in implementing the requirements and purposes of the IDEA 2004, with regard to the provision of special education and related ...
Making a smooth transition: Life after high school
May 10, 2019
~The Iowa Department of Education published an online article: “Making a smooth transition: Life after high school” The article describes work-based learning opportunities available through the Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services (IVRS) with ...
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY GUIDLINES FOR KENTUCKY SCHOOLS
May 13, 2019
~~“The purpose of this document is to assist teachers and administrators in identifying and meeting student needs for assistive technology as provided by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and to offer specific directions on ...
Working with Exceptional Children in CTE
May 13, 2019
~~‘The Office of Career and Technical Education collaborates with the Office of Teaching and Learning to ensure we have strategies that help us uphold our Mission for all students.Exceptional Children include Special Needs, English Learners, Gifted and ...
DiscoverAbility NJ
September 08, 2015
DiscoverAbility NJ is a living document that was built upon the state's longstanding efforts to improve the labor market participation of people with disabilities. At the same time it included contemporary thinking about what is needed to increase their ...
Transition Resources
May 13, 2019
~~“This page contains information and resources which may prove helpful as districts and parents work together to develop meaningful transition plans for students with severe disabilities.”
Special Education Services
May 13, 2019
~~“Welcome to the Division of IDEA implementation and Preschool. This site includes information on all aspects of special education programs in public schools. We welcome your comments and suggestions. If you need further ...
Guidance for IEP Teams on Participation Decisions for the Maine’s Alternate Assessments “Participation Decision Flowchart”
May 13, 2019
~~The Dept. of Education issued guidance on alternative assessments. Options are described and available at its website.
Massachusetts ESSA Plan: Executive Summary (Word document)
May 14, 2019
~~“ESE seeks to ensure that all Massachusetts students are prepared for success after high school. To attain this goal, we have been working to provide individuals with the requisite knowledge, skills, and experiences in the academic, workplace ...
Supports for Students with Disabilities
May 14, 2019
~~“Many offices, agencies, and organizations outside of the Office of Special Education (OSE) work with families and schools to support students with disabilities.”This site has links to a variety of services including Assistive Technology and ...
Perkins V Legislation (Federal)
May 14, 2019
~~“The Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act, also known as Perkins V, was signed into law by President Trump on July 31, 2018, and goes into effect July 1, 2019. Perkins V provides the charge and funding to support ...
Access to Career Technical Education for Students with a Disability (ACTE-SPED) aid
May 14, 2019
~~“Access to Career Technical Education for Students with a Disability (ACTE-SPED) aid is designed for students who require curriculum modifications and special equipment to participate in state-approved Career Technical Education (CTE) work-based ...
Graduation Requirements for Students in Missouri Public Schools
May 15, 2019
~~“Off-Campus InstructionMany students who are juniors and seniors in high school can benefit from authentic school-directed and supervised paid or unpaid learning experiences through assignment to off-campus locations under cooperative arrangements ...
New Jersey ESEA Flexibility Request Approval
September 08, 2015
The New Jersey State Department of Education’s ESEA flexibility request was approved on February 9, 2012.
Nebraska VR & Project SEARCH
May 15, 2019
~~“Nebraska VR works with schools and other organizations across the state to help students plan for the future and prepare for careers that match their skills, abilities, and interests.To meet the employment needs of students with disabilities, ...
Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act – Perkins V
May 15, 2019
~~“Perkins V is largely based on the structure and content of current law but makes some key changes that will impact the ...
Title I-D Guidance Document
May 15, 2019
~~“Subpart 1(Section 1414) State Agency ApplicationsAny State agency that desires to receive funds to carry out a program under this subpart shall submit an application to the State educational agency that:……provides an assurance that the ...
ALTERNATIVE DIPLOMA COMPUTER EDUCATION AND TECHNOLOGY GUIDANCE
May 15, 2019
~~“The Nevada Department of Education’s Office of Special Education recognizes that students with significant cognitive disabilities (SCD) represent a broad diversity of abilities ...
PROJECT SEARCH SEACOAST NEW HAMPSHIRE
May 16, 2019
~~“Combining classroom instruction, career exploration, on-the-job training and support, Project SEARCH Seacoast NH helps students gain employment in the community by providing real-life work experience and teaching independent living skills. Classroom ...
Dare to Dream in 2019 High School Student Leadership Conference
May 16, 2019
~~“The New Jersey Department of Education, Office of Special Education is sponsoring regional Dare to Dream Student Leadership conferences that highlight strategies and information to prepare high school students with disabilities for college and career ...
Program Description Handbook 2018-19 “Integrated Employment”
May 16, 2019
~~“Through the passage of Chapter 515 of the Laws of 1992, integrated employment, including supported employment, is implemented through a collaborative interagency process. This legislation designated Vocational and Educational Services for ...
New York State Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Combined State Plan
May 16, 2019
~~“The Federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) requires states to submit a 4-year Combined Plan to receive funding for the six WIOA core programs: Adult; Dislocated Worker; Youth; Wagner Peyser Employment; Adult Education and Literacy; ...
Exceptional Children
May 16, 2019
~~“The mission of the Exceptional Children Division is to ensure that students with disabilities develop intellectually, physically, emotionally, and vocationally through the provision of an appropriate individualized education program in the least ...
Special Education
May 17, 2019
~~“The Oklahoma State Department of Education, Special Education Services (OSDE-SES) is committed to providing guidance and support in order to promote excellence in education from infancy to adulthood for children with disabilities as outlined in the ...
PAsmart Grants Frame work Principles and Funding Priorities
May 20, 2019
~~“Expected Outcomes: PAsmart grants for K-12 CS and STEM education and professional development initiatives may support the following activities that:•Create or expand high-quality CS and STEM courses to ...
Transition Planning
May 20, 2019
~~This page has a collection of material to help with Secondary Transition
High School Transition for Students with Disabilities
May 20, 2019
~~“Transition services are a coordinated set of activities for a child with a disability, based on the individual child’s needs, taking into account the child’s strengths, preferences and interests; and designed to be within a ...
TSLP Employment
May 20, 2019
~~“Transition services are best delivered in a framework where there is coordination between education and VR that actively involve the student and family and are focused on the outcome. The following transition services known as Pre-Employment ...
Tennessee Board of Education “High School Policy”
May 20, 2019
~~“At age fourteen (14) or prior to the ninth (9th) grade, all students, including students with an Individualized Education Program (IEP), shall ...
S.B. 748: Modernizing Transition Planning
May 20, 2019
~~This is a presentation on the current state of Transition in the Texas Education Agency. Topics include: Senate Bill 748 (85th Texas Legislature) Current Statutes Amended Responsibilities What is “Appropriate?” Supported ...
Special Education: School to Post-School Transition
May 20, 2019
~~This is a collection of material on different aspects of the Transition process including: Assessment, Regulation, IEP, Resources and Conferences among other topics
Utah Program Improvement Planning System 2018–2019 MANUAL
May 20, 2019
~~“Goal Statement 9:All students with disabilities, beginning at age 14, or earlier if appropriate, receive individualized, coordinated transition services, designed within an outcome-oriented process that promotes movement from school to post-school ...
Special Education
May 21, 2019
~~“The Agency of Education (AOE) makes sure that federal and Vermont state regulations are followed so that students with disabilities can have access to a free and appropriate public education (FAPE).”
Special Education Resources
May 21, 2019
~~“Secondary Transition PlanningPersonalized Learning and Transition Planning Module Series, a professional learning opportunity presented by Lee Ann Jung and Lead InclusionIn this 5 module series participants will identify and explore the implications ...
Special Education Requirements Under the Workforce Innovations and Opportunity Act (WIOA)
May 21, 2019
~~” This memorandum will address certain school division responsibilities under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), a federal law that reauthorized the Workforce Investment Act of 1998. In general, it enhances the Virginia ...
Review of Virginia’s Plan to Increase Employment First Plan: FY 2016-FY2018-Goals, Strategies, and Action Items
May 21, 2019
~~“DBHDS, with the input of the E1AG (formerly the SELN-VA Advisory Committee) has revised the FY16-FY18 plan to increase employment opportunities. It was provided with the Status Report as of 6/30/18. The Plan includes five goal areas each of which has ...
2017 Wisconsin Act 178: Increasing Competitive Integrated Employment Outcomes
May 21, 2019
~~“2017 Wisconsin Act 178 requires DVR, DHS, and DPI to collaborate, with the input of stakeholders, in the development of a joint plan to increase CIE. This plan establishes performance improvement targets, describing ...
Transition Readiness Grant Application Evidence-Based Practices Fund
May 22, 2019
~~“The Transition Readiness Grant program was established in FY 19 to assist districts and charter schools under Wis. Stat. § 118.40(2r) and (2x) in expanding capacity ...
NY State Plan for VR Services and Supplement for Supported Employment Services Program (Attachment 4.8(b)(2))
September 08, 2015
Goal 1.1.A Youth: Increase the percentage of youth with disabilities (applicants prior to age 22) exiting the VR Program after receiving services that achieve an employment outcome and exceed the national standard of 55.8 percent. Baseline FFY ...
2019 Transition Conference & Directors' Institute - Phoenix, AZ
September 25, 2019
~~“The Arizona Department of Education, Exceptional Student Services is pleased to present the opening of registration for Arizona’s Annual Transition Conference, Building Success: One Transition at a Time, and the Arizona Directors’ ...
California CIE: Blueprint for Change
September 25, 2019
~~“The California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR), California Department of Education (CDE), and California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) have entered into a new agreement consistent with the State’s “Employment ...
DRAFT 2019–20 California State Transition Plan for Career Technical Education
September 25, 2019
~~ “California is dedicated to the belief that all students can learn and that students with disabilities and English Learners must be guaranteed equal opportunity to access career pathways programs to realize their greatest potential. Through statewide ...
Special Education Fiscal Advisory Committee (SEFAC)
September 26, 2019
~~“SEFAC was established in 2006 by House Bill 06-1375 and is the Special Education Fiscal Advisory Committee. The committee is charged with the allocation of an annual appropriation, currently $4 million. The committee has the discretion to ...
First Annual Deaf and Hard of Hearing Transforming Transition Conference
September 26, 2019
~~“In order for Deaf and Hard of Hearing adolescents to graduate feeling confident in their future goals, supported, and self-determined to pursue next steps as productive young adults, a collaborative strategic individualized transition plan is ...
Resources for Eligibility and Guidance (SLD)
September 26, 2019
~~This page has links to a variety of materials including technical assistance, “Guidelines for Identifying Students with Specific Learning Disabilities”, and IEP forms.
Planning and Placement Team (PPT) Process and Individualized Education Program (IEP) Forms
September 26, 2019
~~This page has links to the IEP Guide and other documents to assist in the IEP process.
Individualized Education Program (IEP)
September 26, 2019
~~“An Individualized Education Program is a process that outlines the learning goals for a student with disabilities and the services a school must provide the student in order to meet those goals. This process is recorded in written form on the ...
McKay Scholarship Program FAQs
September 26, 2019
~~“The McKay Scholarships for Students with Disabilities Program, originally created in 1999, provides scholarships for eligible students with disabilities to attend an eligible public or private school of their choice. Students with disabilities ...
Approval of Florida’s Carl D. Perkins V Transition Plan
September 26, 2019
~~“Florida is submitting this transition plan for the Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act (Perkins V). The transition plan covers the program year July 1, 2019 – June 30, 2020 and represents an agreement between ...
Hawaii’s IDEA Part B Profile
September 27, 2019
~~“The U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) has created an IDEA Part B Profile for Hawaii that provides a resource for IDEA-related, State-specific information. Hawai‘i's state profile ...
Individualized Education Program
September 27, 2019
~~ “An IEP is a written statement about the educational program for a child with a disability. It serves as a management tool used to ensure that the child receives the needed special education and related services. It also serves as an evaluation ...
Conducting an IEP Meeting
September 27, 2019
~~This document gives guidance in how to prepare and conduct IEP meetings
“Idaho IEP Guidance Handbook” State Department of Education
September 27, 2019
~~“Secondary Transition PlanningIn order to best meet IDEA and to prepare our students for post-secondary education, training, employment and independent living, transition plans must be in place before a student’s 16th birthday. This ...
Transition Portfolio Guidance 2019-2020
September 27, 2019
~~“This document provides guidance for the development of a student portfolio which may serve as the “Summary of Performance” under 511 IAC 7-43-7 of the Indiana Special Education Rule, Article 7. The Summary of Performance is ...
Indiana Certificate of Completion
September 27, 2019
~~“The Course of Study for the Certificate of Completion is a framework for aligning curriculum to grade level standards while meeting the individual goals and transition needs stated in the student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP).”
Reevaluation Questions
September 27, 2019
~~“The Reevaluation questions related to school to work transition were developed to ensure that the IEP team has discussed and considered all necessary information in order to make a good decision regarding the continued eligibility of the ...
Due Process Considerations for IEP Teams
September 27, 2019
~~“The following Due Process issues need to be considered by IEP teams:• Meeting Notice• Procedural Safeguards• Transfer of Rights• Prior Written Notice• What to do if parents want to file a ...
Transition Resources
September 27, 2019
~~This page at the Iowa Department of Vocational Rehabilitation website has links to information such as the IVRS Transition Brochure, the Department of Education Memorandum of Agreement, Pre-ETS Transition Services and others.
Special Education Reimbursement Guide State Categorical Aid
September 27, 2019
~~“Categorical aid helps with the cost of implementing Individualized Education Program(IEP)services over and above the regular education that all students are entitled to receive. All expenditures claimed for reimbursement under categorical aid must ...
Special Education Forms - Due Process
September 27, 2019
~~“This page contains downloads to special education forms commonly used by local school districts to document due process and implementation of appropriate programs…Included are state approved forms for the Referral, Consents, Individual ...
Accessibility
September 27, 2019
~~“The Kentucky Department of Education is committed to making its electronic and information technologies accessible to individuals with disabilities by meeting or exceeding the requirements of Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act (29 U.S.C. 794d), as ...
Individualized Education Program (IEP)
September 27, 2019
~~“Some students with disabilities ages 3-21 may require special education and related services to meet their unique needs and to support them in attaining both their short and long term educational goals. These services are governed by federal ...
Special Education Laws & Regulations
September 30, 2019
~~This page has information and links for state and federal regulations
Annual Maryland Transition Conference 2019
September 30, 2019
~~“Help us celebrate the partnerships between public vocational rehabilitation, community organizations, and the Maryland workforce partners that create successful outcomes for Marylanders with disabilities who want to work.Mark your calendars for ...
IDEA Equitable Services for Students with Disabilities Enrolled by Their Parents in Private Schools
September 30, 2019
~~This page is a list of resources, sample documents and other materials to help parents of students with disabilities.
Grants and Other Financial Assistance Programs: FY2020
September 30, 2019
~~“Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Federal Special Education Entitlement Grant Fund Codes: 240Purpose: Within the articulated priority of Results-Driven Accountability by the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Special ...
Special Education Reevaluation Process
September 30, 2019
~~“A student’s special education needs may change throughout the course of their educational career, and the reevaluation process is developed to assess these evolving needs. A district must ensure a reevaluation of each student with a disability ...
NY Partnerships in Employment - University of Rochester
September 09, 2015
~~“A State and Regional Consortia will be created to engage in systems change efforts that contribute to the following 1) developing policies that support competitive employment integrated settings as the first and desired outcome for youth and young ...
Special Education
October 01, 2019
“Special Education is charged with providing oversight and implementation of federal and state laws that ensure a free appropriate public education for all children and youth with disabilities in New Hampshire. Given this charge, the Mission of the ...
New York State Perkins V Transition Plan: 2019-201NY State Perkins V Transition Plan for 2019-2020
October 01, 2019
~~“New York State provides a comprehensive set of accommodations to ensure that Students with Disabilities and/or English Language Learners/Multilingual Learners (ELLs/MLLs) will have an equitable opportunity to participate in CTE. New York ...
Policies Governing Services for Children with Disabilities
October 01, 2019
~~“Transition services means a coordinated set of activities for a child with a disability that-- (1)Is designed to be within a results-oriented process, that is focused on improving the academic and functional achievement of the child with a disability ...
Secondary Transition for Students with Disabilities Modules
October 01, 2019
~~“Based on the Taxonomy for Transition Programming 2.0[1], the Modules provide evidence-based practices that can help you move your students toward their postsecondary goals in education/training, competitive integrated employmentThe targeted audience ...
Special Education Report Cards School District Technical Manual 2017-2018
October 02, 2019
~~“The School District Technical Manual provides information about how data are collected and calculated for the Oregon 2017-2018 Special Education Report Cards scheduled to be released on April 4, 2019. The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act ...
Transition Services Professional Development Support Center
September 09, 2015
~~‘The K. Lisa Yang & Hock E. Tan Institute at Cornell University is under contract as the Professional Development Support Center (PDSC) for New York State from 2015-2020. Federal and New York State law mandates school districts to provide students ...
Data and Technology (D&T)
October 02, 2019
~~“Data and Technology (D&T) is responsible for collecting and managing all programmatic data required by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) as well as other federal and state laws and regulations relating to the provision of ...
2019 INDIVIDUAL EDUCATION PLAN (IEP) WORKSHOPS
October 02, 2019
~~This page has information on the different IEP training classes with the dates and locations.
New York ESEA Flexibility Approval
September 09, 2015
The New York State Education Department’s ESEA flexibility request was approved on May 29, 2012.
Section 504 Resources
October 03, 2019
~~This page has links to materials for students, parents or guardians about the transition process, IEP and 504 procedures
Special Education: Disability Specific Information
October 03, 2019
~~This page has links to various services and information related to disabilities.
Handbook for Educators of English Learners with Suspected Disabilities
October 03, 2019
~~“The purpose of the Handbook for Educators of English Learners with Suspected Disabilities is to provide school divisions with guidance on a multi-step process to appropriately identify and evaluate ELs who may have a disability for possible ...
Facilitated Individualized Education Program (FIEP) Procedures: A Guide for Families and Districts
October 04, 2019
~~“A Facilitated Individualized Education Program (FIEP) Team meeting is a student focused process designed to help the IEP Team overcome the pressures and challenges of a potentially contentious meeting. The facilitator makes no educational decisions ...
Low Incident Disabilities
October 04, 2019
~~This page has a section of “West Virginia VI Resources” to connect the families of students with disabilities to “local, state and national resources”
Extended School Year (ESY) and Permissive Summer School
October 04, 2019
~~“ESY services are required special education and related services provided beyond the limits of the school term, in accordance with the child's IEP, and at no cost to the parents. These services are necessary in order to provide a free appropriate ...
Sample IEP Forms Revision
October 04, 2019
~~“we recently released DPI Model Special Education Forms changes for the 2019-20 school year. Updated forms include substantive (district request, law changes, and/or eliminating duplicative information) and non-substantive changes (grammar, pronouns, ...
DPI distributes $1.9 billion to Wisconsin schools
October 04, 2019
~~“The department used $2.3 million in flexible federal funds to bolster $9.4 million in state allocations for this aid program. In addition, Special Education Transition Incentive Grants totaling $3.0 million went to 360 school districts and ...
Arkansas Disability Employment Initiative
July 28, 2015
Project Description: The Arkansas Department of Workforce Services will build upon the success of their Disability Employment Navigator Initiative utilizing multiple models and strategies, including Integrated Resource Teams, customized employment, and ...
SB 158: AN ACT relating to education
May 04, 2020
“(1) (a) The Kentucky Board of Education shall create an accountability system to classify districts and schools in accordance with the academic standards and student assessment program developed pursuant to KRS 158.6453.(b) The accountability system ...
SB 1330 Relating to Extended Employment Services; Amending Title 33, Idaho Code, By the Addition of a New Chapter 62, Title 33, Idaho Code, To Define Terms, To Establish an Extended Employment Services Program, To Provide Eligibility Requirements and To
May 04, 2020
“33-6202. PROGRAM ESTABLISHED. (1) There is hereby established in the board an extended employment services (EES) program for the purpose of increasing employment opportunities for program participants. The program shall be administered by the division. ...
Montana State Approving Agency (SAA) Veterans Education
May 05, 2020
“The State Approving Agency (SAA) was established to ensure that Veterans or eligible dependents can use the GI Bill in an approved educational program. The primary function of the Montana SAA is to review, evaluate, and approve quality educational and ...
Secondary Transition
May 05, 2020
This page is a list of resources with information on Secondary Transition in relation to Special Education.
What is Vocational Rehabilitation? Answers to Frequently Asked Questions about Vocational Rehabilitation services in New Hampshire
May 05, 2020
“At what point does VR Services become involved in the transition process?The Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004 (IDEA) states that transition planning begin no later than the first IEP that is in place by age 16, or younger ...
Next Steps NH
May 05, 2020
“The Next Steps NH project provided professional development and coaching to selected New Hampshire high schools for the purpose of increasing the graduation rate of students with disabilities, and students at risk. This was done through implementing ...
Mississippi Board of Education Strategic Plan
May 05, 2020
“The Mississippi State Board of Education Strategic Plan for 2018-2022 sets the roadmap for changing the trajectory of public education in Mississippi. The plan describes the objectives and strategies the Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) ...
Secondary Transition Model
May 05, 2020
This page has a list of links to the following topics:Student DevelopmentStudent-Focused PlanningProgram StructureFamily EngagementCollaboration
State of Mississippi Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act DRAFT Mississippi 2020 WIOA Combined Plan
May 05, 2020
“Under WIOA customized employment is included in the definition of supported employment and VR is including it as a VR service that the SE client can choose to include in his/her IPE. Therefore, VR is expanding customized employment training to the ...
Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education Resources by Disability Category
May 05, 2020
This page has a list of effective practices by disability category that link to information to include eligibility and other information, and state and national resources for individuals and their families.
An Order Transferring the Tennessee Early Intervention System from the Department of Education to the Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
May 06, 2020
“WHEREAS, the Tennessee Early Intervention System (hereinafter "TEIS") is a voluntary educational program for infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families that is designed to support, facilitate, and encourage the child's ...
Executive Order No. 2019-39 South Carolina State Community Engagement Implementation Task Force
May 06, 2020
“WHEREAS, numerous state and federal public assistance programs currently provide support to individuals seeking education and employment, including Unemployment Insurance (“UI”), Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program ...
Educational Development Plan (EDP) Fact Sheet
May 06, 2020
“Educational Development Plans (EDPs) are plans created by all students about career goals and action plans for reaching their goals. EDPs help students think about long-term education and career plans before entering high school. By going through this ...
Secondary Transition: Transition Topics
May 06, 2020
This page is a collection of state and federal resources for students and families to help with the transition process after high school.
STAR Program (Student Transition Activities Record)
July 29, 2020
“For students with disabilities who are 14-21 years old…Under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), Pre-Employment Transition Services must be offered to students with disabilities without requiring them to apply for, or be ...
Arkansas Employment First Task Force Training Recommendations
July 28, 2015
The Final Report of the Employment First Task Force included a number of recommendations related to training, including:Recommendation 1: Provide training on disability employment to State agency and provider agency staff.State agencies should offer three ...
North Carolina ESEA Flexibility Request Approval
September 09, 2015
The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction’s ESEA flexibility request was approved on May 29, 2012.
North Dakota Senate Bill No. 2271
September 09, 2015
Legislation signed into law in April 2013, establishing a Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities, for furthering the goal of employment as the first option for people with disabilities.
ND State Rehabilitation Council
September 09, 2015
“The purpose of the North Dakota State Rehabilitation Council is to advise the Director of North Dakota Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) on issues concerning policy and program, delivery of services, and methods for reaching potential ...
South Carolina ESEA Flexibility Request
September 09, 2015
“South Carolina’s college and career readiness aspirations extend to all students, including those who need additional support and consideration because English is not their first language or due to a disability. To help ensure that we effectively ...
Ohio Employment First Executive Order
September 10, 2015
~~“Governor John Kasich officially launched Ohio’s Employment First Initiative when he signed Executive Order 2012-05K on March 19, 2012. The Executive Order established statewide collaboration and coordination by creating the Employment First ...
Ohio's Path to Employment First
September 10, 2015
“Successful implementation of Employment First requires a multi-pronged approach and a long-term commitment to systems change…. A comprehensive approach must focus on key strategies; all designed to work synergistically to impact a service ...
Ohio Employment First Administrative Rule
September 10, 2015
The Administrative Rules assert that, “Community Employment is competitive employment that takes place in an integrated setting;Every individual of working age will have a person-centered planning process to identify their desired employment outcome and ...
Ohio Transition Planning Requirements in IEPs
September 10, 2015
“Transition assessment affords the opportunity for professionals from across agencies to co-plan and review information that will highlight the youth's preferences, interests, needs and skills relevant to building a profile of the youth as a future ...
Ohio - “New Requirements for Secondary Transition Services for Students with Disabilities: Frequently Asked Questions”
September 10, 2015
The New Requirements state that IEPs must start at age 14, update annually and contain,“Appropriate measurable post-secondary goals based upon age-appropriate transition assessments related to training, education and independent living skills; ...
Ohio DD System Requirements
September 10, 2015
“In order to make community employment the expected and preferred outcome for people with developmental disabilities, the Ohio DD system is required to align policies, procedures, eligibility, enrollment, and planning for services across state ...
Ohio Employment First Taskforce Common Principles
September 10, 2015
“The Ohio Employment First Taskforce agencies agree that community employment should be the first option for all working age adults and transition-age youth with developmental disabilities. Employment First is a philosophy of service that presumes that ...
South Dakota's Disability Employment Initiative (DEI)
September 10, 2015
The SDDEI's goal is to improve educational, training and employment opportunities and outcomes for youth with disabilities as a means to economic self-sufficiency. The project has a comprehensive model for improving employment outcomes of youth with ...
SD Advocacy Services
September 10, 2015
~~“What We DoDRSD assists South Dakotans who have a disability and have concerns about their legal rights. DRSD accomplishes this through information and referral, individual advocacy, alternative dispute resolution, and administrative or legal ...
Ohio Employment First Provider Support Trainings
September 10, 2015
Professional development activities are available to providers by the Ohio Employment First Initiative. Trainings include, but are not limited to Mobile Technology as Employment Supports; Task Analysis for Job Coaches; The Role of the Occupational ...
South Dakota's Disability Employment Initiative (DEI)
September 10, 2015
The SDDEI's goal is to improve educational, training and employment opportunities and outcomes for youth with disabilities as a means to economic self-sufficiency. The project has a comprehensive model for improving employment outcomes of youth with ...
Transition Liaison Project
September 10, 2015
~~“The mission of Transition Services Liaison Project (TSLP) is to enable students with disabilities to reach their maximum potential in their transition from high school to the adult world.TSLP staff members provide support and technical assistance to ...
AK Governor’s Council on Disabilities and Special Education
July 29, 2015
Alaska' unique geographical area with a relatively small population requires a management system tailored to meet the needs of Alaskans. The Governor's Council on Disabilities & Special Education was created to meet Alaska's diverse needs. The ...
Ohio ESEA Flexibility Request
September 10, 2015
“By submitting this updated ESEA flexibility request, the SEA renews its request for flexibility through waivers of the nine ESEA requirements listed below and their associated regulatory, administrative, and reporting requirements, as well as any ...
Alaska Disability Employment Initiative
July 29, 2015
AKDEI will hire five regional Disability Resource Coordinator/EN Counselors and build on the successes of AKDEI 1 and 4 projects to improve employment opportunities and outcomes for youth by expanding access to employment and career pathways that will prepare ...
Zarrow Center for Learning Enrichment at the University of Oklahoma
September 10, 2015
“The Zarrow Center for Learning Enrichment facilitates successful secondary and postsecondary educational, vocational and personal outcomes for students and adults with disabilities. ZC faculty, staff, and students do this through self-determination ...
Expect Employment: TN Employment First Taskforce Report 2014
September 10, 2015
“The Employment First Task Force concluded its first year on August 1, 2014, with the following recommendations:1. Develop a Memorandum of Understanding among state agencies to facilitate coordination among programs and produce successful outcomes for ...
Tennessee Inclusive Higher Education Alliance
September 10, 2015
~~“The Tennessee Inclusive Higher Education Alliance was formed in May 2007 to increase awareness about the need for postsecondary opportunities in Tennessee, to gather information about postsecondary programs in other states, and to develop a pilot ...
The ARC Tennessee
September 10, 2015
~~“ The Arc Tennessee is a grassroots, non-profit, statewide advocacy organization for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. Founded in 1952, The Arc Tennessee is affiliated with The Arc United States and works ...
Tennessee Works
September 10, 2015
“We’re transforming the employment landscape for young people with intellectual and developmental disabilities across the state. Meaningful work. Real pay. Opportunities for every Tennessean with a disability.” “Our partnership is focused on helping: ...
AIDD Partnerships in Employment
September 10, 2015
TennesseeWorks Partnership: Changing the Employment Landscape“The Vanderbilt Kennedy University Center for Excellence in DevelopmentalDisabilities and 28 agencies and organizations will develop a vibrant collaborativeacross the state to increase the ...
AK DHHS Tools for Transitioning to Employment - Powerpoint
July 30, 2015
This tool details information on helping youth transition from school settings into community employment. It also has detailed information about Employment First, including basic Employment First concepts, the benefits of Employment First, and how to ...
Texas 2013 Employment First Bill (S.B 1226)
September 11, 2015
The act establishes an employment-first policy and task force to promote integrated competitive employment opportunities that provide a living wage for individuals with disabilities. The Texas Education Agency and the Texas Workforce Commission will jointly ...
Texas Department of Aging and Disabilities (DADs) Guide to Employment for People with Disabilities
September 11, 2015
“The purpose of this guide is to provide information on how to support and assist working-age people with disabilities who are receiving DADS services to obtain and maintain competitive, integrated employment. Through this guide, DADS intends to provide ...
Texas Employment First Task Force Home Page
September 11, 2015
“The Employment First Task Force, authorized by Senate Bill 1226 (83rd Legislature, Regular Session, 2013), was established by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission executive commissioner to promote competitive employment of people with ...
Texas FY 2015 Plans for Vocational Rehabilitation and Supported Employment Services Programs
September 11, 2015
“The Division for Rehabilitation Services (DRS) recognizes that collaboration with community organizations and other state agencies is essential to achieving successful employment outcomes for consumers with the most significant disabilities. DRS seeks ...
“Texas Transition and Employment Guide”
September 11, 2015
~~“This transition and employment guide is for students in Texas public school, who may have received special education services due to a disability. It also provides helpful information for their parents and has steps that they can take to find the ...
Employment First Task Force Home Page
September 11, 2015
“The Employment First Task Force, authorized by Senate Bill 1226 (83rd Legislature, Regular Session, 2013), was established by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission executive commissioner to promote competitive employment of people with ...
Texas State Plans for VR Services and Supported Employment Services Programs
September 11, 2015
“The Division for Rehabilitation Services (DRS) recognizes that collaboration with community organizations and other state agencies is essential to achieving successful employment outcomes for consumers with the most significant disabilities. DRS seeks ...
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Utah State Board of Education Special Education Rules
September 11, 2015
Transition services is a set of activities that is “designed to be within a results-oriented process, is focused on improving the academic and functional achievement of the student with a disability to facilitate the student’s movement from school ...
Show Me Careers: Missouri's Transition-to-Employment Collaborative
September 11, 2015
“The Show-Me-Careers project targets youth ages 16-30 with I/DD who are transitioning from secondary or post-secondary educational settings to community employment. Show-Me-Careers is funded by the Administration on Intellectual and Developmental ...
MA Department of Education – Transition Specialist Training Requirements
September 11, 2015
Staff who provide employment services must have subject matter knowledge of:“Foundations and implementation of transition education and transition services;”“Individual transition assessment and system evaluation, including conducting, ...
Missouri Transition Coalition
September 11, 2015
Since 2000, the Transition Coalition, located at the University of Kansas, Beach Center on Disability, has been maximizing professional development opportunities for secondary transition and college and career readiness of youth with disabilities.Our ...
Missouri Connections Career Development & Planning Program
September 11, 2015
“Missouri Connections is a comprehensive, online, career development and planning program that is provided free of charge to all Missouri citizens. Funded by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and the Missouri Division ...
Missouri Career Guide
September 11, 2015
“This guide was developed through a partnership of state agencies to help Missourians of all ages, genders, and backgrounds create personal career plans that lead to fulfillment and success.” Partners include Missouri Economic Research and Information ...
Missouri Interagency Transition Team (MITT)
September 11, 2015
“The Missouri Interagency Transition Team (MITT) formed in 2007 by the Office of Special Education at the Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education to increase interagency collaboration at the state, regional, and local levels. ...
Missouri DoE Regional Professional Development Center (RPDC) Consultant
September 11, 2015
Each of the nine regions of Missouri has a Regional Professional Development Center (RPDC) Consultant who specializes in transition. These consultants provide regional and local trainings on Transition Planning and the Updated Form C, Transition Assessment, ...
Maryland Executive Order 01.01.2007.13
September 11, 2015
"It is the policy of the State of Maryland to ensure a smooth and effective transition for all students with disabilities from secondary education to adult services such as postsecondary education and employment; and to provide transition planning for ...
NE VR Public School Partnerships
September 11, 2015
“The purpose of VR’s Partnership with schools is to provide information to educators about Vocational Rehabilitation Programs and help educators and VR staff to better coordinate transition services on the behalf of students with ...
Blueprint for Reform for Individuals with Disabilities
July 31, 2015
“The California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR), California Department of Education (CDE), and California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) have entered into a new agreement consistent with the State's ‘Employment First’ ...
MD Governor’s Interagency Transition Council (IATC)
September 12, 2015
~~The Interagency Transition Council for Youth with Disabilities (IATC) is a partnership of State and local government agencies, educators, family members and advocates. The IATC's purpose is to help improve the policies and practices that affect Maryland ...
Maryland Learning Links - About Us
September 12, 2015
~~“Maryland Learning Links is the Maryland State Department of Education, Division of Early Intervention and Special Education Services’ (DEI/SES) online portal providing educators and leaders with the special education resources, guidance, and ...
Maryland Center for Developmental Disabilities
September 12, 2015
~~“The Maryland Center for Developmental Disabilities is one of a national network of University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities funded by the Administration on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.Our mission is to provide ...
Annual Maryland Transition Conference
September 12, 2015
Sponsored by the Governor's Interagency Transition Council, for Youth with Disabilities. Topics Include:EmploymentPostsecondary EducationAdult Service LinkagesAccommodations & SupportsYouth Development & LeadershipHousing
Maryland Transition Planning Guide
September 12, 2015
"The Maryland State Department of Education Transition Planning Guide focuses on the movement of your child with disabilities from school to appropriate postsecondary outcomes and supports the preparation for moving on to the next stage in life. Not ...
Maryland DoE ESEA Flexibility Waiver
September 12, 2015
“MSDE’s core values of commitment to every student, belief that all students can and must learn, certainty that schools must help students grow, and conviction that the educator evaluation system must be equitable are achieved through ...
The University of Montana Rural Transition & Employment
September 12, 2015
"What We DoSince 2000, we’ve focused several of our projects on customized community employment for youth with significant disabilities. We have developed and implemented unique models of transition planning that continue to evolve as we learn more ...
DEI Grantee Abstracts (CA Round 2)
July 31, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving Social Security ...
CA Employment First Memorandum of Understanding
July 31, 2015
This project will use a multi-faceted approach to apply key elements from high performing states in integrated competitive employment and principles of Collaborative Leadership. A unified value, vision, and expectation for competitive integrated employment ...
WV Memorandum of Understanding between the Division of Rehabilitative Services and Department of Education on Transition
September 12, 2015
“The cooperative agreement shall assure that each student with a disability in the state who needs special education and/or vocational rehabilitation services is promptly identified and the appropriate transition services are made available to the ...
West Virginia Developmental Disabilities Council Five Year State Plan FFY 2017-2021
September 12, 2015
“The West Virginia Council coordinated activities during the Fall of 2015 and Spring of 2016 that encouraged people to provide their views on a wide range of issues affecting people with developmental disabilities and their families. Nearly six hundred ...
California Employment Consortium for Youth
July 31, 2015
“California Employment Consortium for Youth: California was awarded a federal 5-year employment systems change grant by The Administration on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities to increase the number of youth and young adults with intellectual ...
Workforce West Virginia Interagency Collaborative Team Memorandum of Understanding 2016-2017
September 12, 2015
“West Virginia state agencies effectively collaborating to define, build and sustain an integrated comprehensive workforce development system that: Ensures universal access; has the right agency doing the right job; focuses on meeting the customer ...
WV Customized Employment Grant
September 12, 2015
“This funding announcement is intended to provide support to agencies that can work with employers in meeting their needs by finding, maintaining and improving the employment status of individuals with disabilities in competitive employment in ...
MO DoE ESEA Flexibility Request Approval
September 12, 2015
The Missouri Department of Secondary and Elementary Education's ESEA flexibility request was approved on June 29, 2012.
Mississippi Executive Order 1335
September 13, 2015
“Whereas, my administration is committed to supporting policies under which agencies that provide services to persons with disabilities and/or provide employment, economic development, or other related services explore employment in an integrated ...
Mississippi Concurrent Resolution No. 563
September 13, 2015
“State agencies that provide services and support to persons with disabilities shall coordinate efforts and collaborate within and among such agencies to ensure that state programs, policies, procedures and funding support competitive employment in ...
MS Partnerships in Employment
September 13, 2015
“Mississippi Partnerships in Employment (MSPE) will build capacity across existing state systems for sustainable systems change to improve outcomes for youth and young adults with DD/ID seeking competitive employment in integrated settings. The ...
Minnesota Employment First Policy
September 13, 2015
The Employment First Policy envisions a future where all people with disabilities can achieve competitive, integrated employment. Competitive employment means:· Full-time, part-time, or ...
Minnesota’s Olmstead Plan
September 13, 2015
“In January 2013, Governor Mark Dayton issued an Executive Order establishing a Sub-Cabinet to develop and implement a comprehensive plan supporting freedom of choice and opportunity for people with disabilities…The Sub-Cabinet evaluates ...
Minnesota DEI Grant Abstract (Round 5)
September 14, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people with disabilities who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving ...
Oregon Executive Order 15-01 - Providing employment services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
September 14, 2015
Supersedes Executive Order 13-04 “This Executive Order revises and supersedes Executive Order 13-04 in order to provide further policy guidance intended to continue the state’s progress in these areas [providing supported employment services ...
Oregon Integrated Employment Services to Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
September 14, 2015
“Executive Order 15-01 which supersedes Executive Order 13-04 and outlines detailed strategies and requires the Oregon Department of Human Services (Department) to work with the Oregon Department of Education (ODE) to further improve Oregon’s ...
Oregon Employment First – Comprehensive Services Developmental Disabilities Program
September 14, 2015
“Oregon has been successful in developing community-based care and discouraging institutionalization of seniors and the disabled because of their exceptional case management system. Through the case management program, consumers get information and ...
Oregon Department of Human Services Integrated Employment Plan Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (revised 1/31/15)
September 14, 2015
"This Order recognizes the strategic importance of improving the work and economic opportunities of all Oregonians including those with Intellectual and other Developmental Disabilities (I/DD). More specifically, the Order sets forth strategies to be ...
Oregon Memorandum of Understanding on Transition of Students with Disabilities to the Workforce
September 14, 2015
“Together with Executive Order No.15-01, this Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) recognizes that, while the State cannot guarantee jobs, Oregon starts with the presumption that everyone can be employed in an integrated setting in a community-based ...
Oregon Project ACCESS
September 14, 2015
“The purpose of Project Access is to establish, implement, and evaluate a multi-level interagency transition model in the state of Oregon. The overall goal of the project is to improve and extend transition services to a greater number of youth with ...
Vermont Assistive Technology Program
September 14, 2015
“The Mission of the Vermont Assistive Technology Program is to increase awareness and knowledge, and to change policies and practices to ensure assistive technology is available through all services to Vermonters with disabilities.""Our Vision ...
Vermont Assistive Technology Program
September 14, 2015
~~“The Vermont Assistive Technology Program (VATP) is Vermont’s federal AT Act Program. The AT Act programs operate under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services: Administration for Community Living.The AT Act Programs help individuals of ...
The Virginians with Disabilities Act ( 51.5-1) of 1989
September 14, 2015
“ It is the policy of the Commonwealth to encourage and enable persons with disabilities to participate fully and equally in the social and economic life of the Commonwealth and to engage in remunerative employment. To these ends, the General Assembly ...
Virginia 2012 Senate Joint Resolution No. 127
September 14, 2015
“Encouraging the Secretary of Health and Human Resources and the Superintendent of Public Instruction to adopt and implement Employment First practices...” Employment First is defined as a policy is grounded in a framework of increased ...
Virginia 2012 House Joint Resolution No. 23
September 14, 2015
“WHEREAS, implementation of an Employment First initiative in Virginia will lead to increased employment opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, resulting in benefits for individuals, families, employers, and ...
Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services State Board Policy 1036
September 14, 2015
“It is the policy of the Board that in the development and implementation of policies and procedures and the delivery of services, the Department and CSBs shall ensure that community-based individual supported employment in integrated work settings is ...
Virginia Dept of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services Employment First Policy Statement
September 14, 2015
“It is the policy of the Board that in the development and implementation of policies and procedures and the delivery of services, the Department and CSB shall ensure that community-based individual supported employment in integrated work settings is ...
Virginia State Employment Leadership Network
September 14, 2015
Virginia is a part of this multi-state technical assistance collaborative whose aim is to improve integrated employment outcomes for individuals with developmental disabilities. “In 2008, DBHDS joined the State Employment Leadership Network (SELN) ...
Virginia DBHDS: Strategic Plan for Employment First
September 14, 2015
To facilitate interagency collaboration the Strategic Plan for Employment First establishes an Employment First Summit Meeting, which will gather leadership from various department committed to upholding Employment First principles, and orders for the ...
Virginia Disability Employment Initiative (Round One)
September 14, 2015
“The Virginia Community College System, the administrator of the Workforce Investment Act in Virginia, will enter into a Memorandum of Agreement with the Virginia Department of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) to provide co-leadership in order to ...
Virginia - Richmond Customized Employment Project
September 14, 2015
“The grant worked to strengthen the linkages of the Richmond-area One-Stop system with schools, VR, and the Virginia Business Leadership Network, a business-directed group designed to encourage other businesses to hire people with disabilities. The ...
Governor Announces: Pennsylvania Accepted as an Employment First State
September 14, 2015
“The Corbett administration announced that Pennsylvania has been selected to participate in the U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Disability Employment Policy's Employment First State Leadership Mentoring Program. Employment First is a ...
Virginia Department of Education ESEA Flexibility Request
September 14, 2015
“For students with disabilities who have the most intensive support needs, there are two model initiatives supported by the Virginia Department of Education: Project SEARCH and the Post-High School Community College Program. Project SEARCH, a ...
Employment First Maine Coalition
September 14, 2015
Employment First Maine (EFM) is a broad based coalition of individuals with disabilities, families, advocates, providers and state agency representatives committed to improving and enhancing employment outcomes for Maine citizens with disabilities, including ...
Maine Developmental Disabilities Council
September 14, 2015
“The Maine Developmental Disabilities Council (MDDC) is a partnership of people with disabilities, their families, and agencies which identifies barriers to community inclusion, self determination, and independence. The Council acts to effect positive ...
Maine Promoting the Readiness of Minors in Supplemental Security Income (PROMISE) Program
September 14, 2015
“PROMISE is a joint initiative of the US Department of Education, Social Security Administration, US Department of Health and Human Services and US Department of Labor. Under PROMISE, states will be funded to develop and implement model demonstration ...
Access Maine Transition Planning Tool-kit
September 14, 2015
“This guide will serve as an introduction to the world of “Adult Services” and will hopefully answer these questions and more. Our goal is to provide you with information that will address some of your concerns about what it will be like for ...
Connecticut Department of Rehabilitation Services, Bureau of Rehabilitation Services
August 07, 2015
“The State Rehabilitation Council (SRC) is an important partner with the Bureau of Rehabilitation Services (BRS) to help improve employment outcomes for people with disabilities. BRS administers the Title I Vocational Rehabilitation and Title VI ...
Wyoming Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities
September 14, 2015
Wyoming Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities Our purpose is to assure that individuals with developmental disabilities and their families participate in the design of and have access to needed community services, individualized supports ...
Maine Department of Education ESEA Flexibility
September 14, 2015
“The Maine Department of Education's ESEA flexibility request was approved on August 12, 2013 and amended on August 13, 2015."
Connecticut Youth Leadership Project, Inc.
August 10, 2015
“The Connecticut Youth Leadership Program (CTYLP) provides youth and young adults with disabilities with opportunities for self-discovery, the development of self-advocacy, decision making, and problem-solving skills to maximize their leadership ...
Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council – 5 year state plan 2012-2016
September 15, 2015
SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT“With the help of a job coach, who guides and prompts the worker as needed, the worker develops the skills needed for more independent work. Supported employment services may include outreach, case management, assessment, job ...
Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council Five Year State Plan 2012-2016
September 15, 2015
Interagency Efforts around Supportive EmploymentPeer Mentor Pilot- “This pilot has involved the training of 22 individuals with DD to help others with DD to reach their life goals and increase their community involvement and self advocacy. The pilot has ...
MI DoE: Bridging the Special Education Career and Technical Education Divide
September 15, 2015
“The purpose of this white paper is to help secondary school administrators, teachers, and parents coordinate the programmatic requirements of Career and Technical Education (CTE) with those that govern the rights of students in Special Education ...
Michigan ESEA Flexibility Request
September 15, 2015
“The Michigan Department of Education's ESEA flexibility request was approved on July 19, 2012 and amended on August 13, 2015.”
5123.022 OH State Policy Regarding Community Employment for Disabled
September 17, 2015
“It is hereby declared to be the policy of this state that employment services for individuals with developmental disabilities be directed at community employment. Every individual with a developmental disability is presumed capable of community ...
Connecticut Ticket to Work Program
August 10, 2015
~~“Ticket to Work is a Social Security Administration incentive program (https://www.ssa.gov/work/) to help people with disabilities find jobs if they want to go to work.WHAT IS THE TICKET TO WORK PROGRAM?Most Social Security and Supplemental Security ...
Section 53A-24-106.5 Utah Code - Employment first emphasis on the provision of services.
September 17, 2015
Pertaining to the State System of Public Education. “When providing services to a person with a disability under this chapter, the office shall, within funds appropriated by the Legislature and in accordance with the requirements of federal and state ...
Virginia Governor’s Executive Order (Executive Order #55 (2012)) - 11/16/2012
February 17, 2016
“The last United States Census concluded that out of 3.6 million Virginia residents who were employed, 154,985 Virginians with disabilities were included in that total. These numbers indicate an under representation of people with disabilities among the ...
Arkansas Employment First Task Force Final Report
April 07, 2016
Recommendations for FY2012 from the Task Force:Develop online training modules on disability employment, to efficiently train large numbers of State and provider agency staff who work with individuals with disabilities. To be developed in-house by the ...
Arkansas Rehabilitation Services and University of Arkansas PROMISE Partnership
April 07, 2016
Arkansas Rehabilitation Services will focus heavily on transition services by providing job exploration counseling, work base learning experiences, post-secondary training, job readiness skills and self-advocacy,”... “ARS has built a strong ...
Arkansas Department of Career Education Field Services - "Transition Services"
April 07, 2016
~~“ARS Field ServicesServices include career and technical education and training, transition from school to work or postsecondary education, on-the-job training, and ancillary support services that clients may need for successful employment. Anyone who ...
Arkansas Promise
April 08, 2016
Arkansas PROMISE is part of a new program sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to help youth who are receiving disability benefits and their families improve their educational and employment outcomes. This ...
Executive Order 2014-16: Establishing the Governor’s Taskforce on Integrated Employment
April 08, 2016
"…By the authority vested in me as Governor by the Constitution and laws of the State of Nevada, I hereby direct and order:1. The Governor’s Taskforce on Integrated Employment (“Taskforce”) is ...
MN DoE Policy Division Foundation Statement – 2015 Special Education Administration
April 10, 2016
Guiding principles are beliefs and behavioral norms that the division agrees to apply to its professional practice. The Special Education Policy Division guiding principles are to: 1. Provide leadership We provide educational support and guidance to ...
Minnesota State Council on Disability
April 10, 2016
Established in 1973 by the state legislature, the Minnesota State Council on Disability (MSCOD) was created to advise the governor, state agencies, state legislature, and the public on disability issues. Our mission is to advocate for policies and programs in ...
Minnesota DoE ESEA Flexibility Request
April 11, 2016
The Minnesota Department of Education’s ESEA flexibility request was approved on February 9, 2012.
AK Governor’s Council on Disabilities and Special Education
April 11, 2016
Alaska' unique geographical area with a relatively small population requires a management system tailored to meet the needs of Alaskans. The Governor's Council on Disabilities & Special Education was created to meet Alaska's diverse needs. The ...
Alaska Integrated Employment Initiative (AIDD PIE)
April 11, 2016
A consortium of partners consisting of the Governor’s Council on Disabilities and Special Education (lead entity), the Division of Senior and Disabilities Services (State I/DD agency), the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, the Department of ...
Alabama Preparing for Life Transition Planning Guide
April 11, 2016
The Preparing for Life Transition Planning Guide is designed to provide assistance to students, parents, and school personnel as they discuss and plan transition from school to adult life. This planning includes assessment of interests and strengths; setting ...
Alabama Pathways to Employment
April 11, 2016
Pathways to Employment is a collection of stepping stones. These opportunities are housed not in one state agency but in many. To make it easier for families and individuals, they are now all in one place. There is no perfect path. But there are many ...
Alabama VR Transition Services
April 11, 2016
Vocational Rehabilitation Service (VRS) places substantial emphasis on assisting youth with disabilities in the transition from school to post school activities. Transition services are a coordinated set of activities that lead to employment. A ...
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Combined State Plan (July 1, 2016 – June 30, 2020)
April 12, 2016
The State of Tennessee is submitting a Combined State Plan (CSP) in which the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD) is the authorized and signatory entity designated to receive funds under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act ...
Tennessee DIDD “Way2Work”
April 12, 2016
The state also solidified an agreement that addresses some components of WIOA, created more employment vignettes, and named the series of videos: Way2Work
State Plan for the State Vocational Rehabilitation Services Program and State Plan Supplement for the State Supported Employment Services
April 12, 2016
This state plan for FY 2014 mentions interagency arrangements to provide supported employment and customized employment services for people with disabilities, addresses the need for official policy regarding transition aged youth, establishes come goals for ...
Memorandum of Understanding for School-to-Work Transition
April 12, 2016
Five state agencies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to improve services and better prepare youth with disabilities to transition from school into integrated employment in the community. The MOU focuses on students age 14 years and over ...
ASPIRE South Dakota
April 12, 2016
ASPIRE (Achieving Success by Promoting Readiness for Education and Employment) is a six state consortium that includes Arizona, Colorado, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota and Utah. Led by the Utah State Office of Rehabilitation, the goals of ...
MO Adult Learning/Rehabilitation Services - VR Providers
April 12, 2016
This website provides information on Missouri Vocational Rehabilitation services for people with disabilities with links to important, relevant resources.
Missouri Business Associated Student Education (BASE) Project
April 12, 2016
The BASE Project located in Springfield, Missouri stands for Business Associated Student Education. It is a partnership with Springfield Public Schools and St. John's Health System, Cox Health System, Doctor's Hospital, Evangel University, and ...
Missouri Transition Resource Toolkit
April 12, 2016
This toolkit has been developed by an ad hoc team comprised of a small representation of individuals from across the state working in Centers for Independent Living (CIL), Local Education Agencies (LEA) and Vocational Rehabilitation (VR). The goal was to ...
Missouri Connections - Career Development & Planning Program
April 12, 2016
Missouri Connections is a comprehensive, online, career development and planning program that is provided free of charge to all Missouri citizens. Funded by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and the Missouri Division of Workforce ...
Missouri’s Cooperative Work Experience Program (COOP)
April 12, 2016
Successful transition planning for students with disabilities involves looking ahead, into the student's future, preparing not just for graduation but also for life after graduation. One of the most important aspects of a student's future involves ...
Texas SB 1664 (ABLE Act)
April 13, 2016
"An act relating to the establishment of the Texas Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Program…(1) to encourage and assist individuals and families in saving funds for the purpose of supporting individuals with disabilities to maintain ...
Texas Transition and Employment Guide
April 13, 2016
This transition and employment guide is for you, the student in Texas public school, who may have received special education services due to a disability. It also provides helpful information for your parents. This guide has steps you and your parents can ...
Kentucky Office of Vocational Rehabilitation: Self Employment Services
April 13, 2016
This webpage offers information on and resources for self-employment. It orients job seekers on where to start the self-employment process and contains links to relevant resources.
Louisiana Supported Employment Services - Guidance Manual
April 13, 2016
“Supported Employment services are designed to provide community-based employment for LRS Consumers who are the most significantly disabled and require on-going support and extended services to maintain employment. Supported Employment ...
ND Transition Services MOU
April 14, 2016
The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Transition Services was revised and renewed July 1, 2011, and is in effect through June 30, 2015, or until such time as IDEA is reauthorized. Parties to the agreement are the Department of Public Instruction, Office ...
Maryland Coalition of Families
April 15, 2016
~~" Founded by a coalition of family support organizations, MCF was incorporated in 1999 as a nonprofit organization. MCF changed its name from "Maryland Coalition of Families for Children’s Mental Health" to the "Maryland Coalition ...
NYS PROMISE
April 16, 2016
New York State PROMISE is one of six PROMISE awards granted nationwide by the US. Department of Education in October 2013. The PROMISE intervention model was jointly developed by the US Department of Education (USDOE), the Social Security Administration ...
Employment First Project Update (February 2016)
April 18, 2016
“As part of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Transition plan, services and rates are being updated for Adult Day waiver services. Input was gathered from community forums and stakeholder workgroups throughout 2014 and 2015. These new ...
OH Vocational Rehabilitation Comprehensive Statewide Needs Assessment
April 18, 2016
“Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD), Division of Performance and Innovation (DPI), produced this 2015 Comprehensive Statewide Needs Assessment (CSNA) building upon the framework methodology developed from the 2012 CSNA, which was designed ...
OH Department of Education Job Training Coordinating Program Manual
April 18, 2016
This manual contains information on Individualized Education Plans (IEPs and school-to-work transition for students with disabilities. It recommends the use of Customized Employment as a good technique for harder to place students.
Maine Act To Provide Integrated Community-based & Customized Employment
April 18, 2016
The Bill promotes:1. “Employment as core component of services and supports. In carrying out its duties to provide services and supports to persons with disabilities, a state agency shall include as a core component of its services and supports the ...
DE Employment First Act (HB 319) amended by House Amendment Number 1
August 12, 2015
“House Bill 319 would require state agencies that provide services to persons with disabilities consider, as their first option, employment in an integrated setting for persons with disabilities. The bill also establishes an Employment First Oversight ...
MA DDS Employment Planning Guide - "School Days to Pay Days"
April 18, 2016
“DDS created this booklet to provide helpful information to families of young adults with intellectual disabilities in their transition from school to work. The mission of the Department is to support individuals with intellectual disabilities to fully ...
Michigan MRS and School Interagency Cash Transfer Agreements (VR 2014 State Plan)
April 19, 2016
…Interagency Cash Transfer Agreements and Third Party Cooperative Arrangements* provide coordinated vocational rehabilitation and special education services to eligible youth with disabilities, especially significantly disabled youth, from the ...
Michigan Project SEARCH
April 19, 2016
Project SEARCH is a business-led collaboration that enables young adults with disabilities to gain and maintain employment through training and career exploration. More specifically, it’s a one year high school transition program which provides ...
Planning My Way to Work: A Transition Guide for Student with Disabilities Leaving High School
April 19, 2016
“This manual is intended to: Help you make your way through the transition process; Understand your rights, services and resources that may help you and your family; Provide information to help you understand complex adult service systems; Highlight ...
Employment First Report
April 19, 2016
“The Governor’s Executive Order recognizes the strategic importance of improving the work and economic opportunities of all Oregonians including those with I/DD. More specifically, the Order sets forth strategies to be followed by the DHS and the ...
Cooperative Agreement Between the Oregon Department of Human Services and the Oregon Department of Education
April 19, 2016
“The purpose of this cooperative agreement is to set forth the commitments of the ODE and VR to cooperate in activities leading to a successful transition for students with disabilities from a free and appropriate public education to postsecondary ...
Governor’s Cabinet for People with Disabilities (§ 6.301)
April 19, 2016
“The responsibilities of the Cabinet are as follows: (1) Make recommendations to the Governor on policies, procedures, regulations and legislation that aid people with disabilities in this Commonwealth. ...
Pennsylvania's Labor & Industry Office of Vocational Rehabilitation Transition Services Contracts
April 19, 2016
"The Department of Labor & Industry's Office of Vocational Rehabilitation today announced eight recipients of Transition Services contracts totaling $1.2 million. Contracts are awarded to develop new and expanded innovative strategies and ...
ADEPT: ARC Discovery Employment Transitions
April 19, 2016
~~“Arc Discovery Employment Transitions (ADEPT) is The Arc of Pennsylvania’s customized employment program. The Arc of Pennsylvania supports individuals with significant impact of disability to seek and maintain customized employment in ...
Rhode Island Consolidated Plan 2015-2019 (Revised Final Draft 10/16/15)
April 19, 2016
Recognizing the importance of earned income for the homeless disabled population in permanent supportive housing, BHDDH is creating an Employment First program, which helps permanent supportive housing residents identify supportive companies and provide the ...
Rhode Island Department of Elementary & Secondary Education Employment First Policy
April 19, 2016
“It is the policy of the Rhode Island Department of Education to support and promote practices in local education agencies and with partner state agencies that support students with intellectual/ developmental disabilities in exiting the public ...
Rhode Island Department of Elementary & Secondary Education Employment First Policy
April 19, 2016
“It is the policy of the Rhode Island Department of Education to support and promote practices in local education agencies and with partner state agencies that support students with intellectual/ developmental disabilities in exiting the public ...
Arizona’s Transition Conference
April 19, 2016
Arizona’s Fifteenth Annual Transition Conference, Connecting for Success: Shared Expectations, Responsibilities, and Outcomes, is a collaborative, cross-stakeholder professional development event aimed at providing meaningful and pertinent information ...
Colorado Employment First Senate Bill SB 16-077
April 20, 2016
The bill requires the heads of the department of health care policy and financing (HCPF), the department of labor and employment (CDLE) the department of education (CDE), and the department of higher education (CDHE), (referred to as agency partners), to ...
Florida Abilities Work Web Portal and Help Desk
April 20, 2016
"The Abilities Work Web Portal and Help Desk are key components of a larger effort, the Employment First Initiative, announced last year. The portal and help desk are designed to help employers recruit and hire more applicants with disabilities who are ...
Florida Employment First Interagency Agreement
April 20, 2016
The general purpose of this interagency cooperative agreement is to provide a framework for a long-term commitment to improving employment outcomes for persons with disabilities in the State of Florida. The agencies and organizations that are parties to ...
Florida Employment First Toolkit and Training (Proposed)
April 20, 2016
This project will ensure that Florida has comprehensive training strategies within a training toolkit that foster quality integrated competitive employment for all individuals with disabilities, including individuals with intellectual and developmental ...
DE Employment First Oversight Commission
August 12, 2015
An Employment First Oversight Commission, under the purview of the State Council for Persons with Disabilities, shall be established and “shall facilitate the full, effective and timely implementation of this Act.” This “Commission shall consist of 11 ...
HB 325 Office of Rehabilitation Services Amendments
April 20, 2016
“This bill modifies the State Office of Rehabilitation Act and related provisions.” “Section 16. Section 35A-13-203, which is renumbered from Section 53A-24-106.5 is renumbered and amended to read: 564 35A-13-203. Employment ...
DE Employment First Oversight Commission Report FY 2013-FY 2014
August 12, 2015
“Delaware’s Employment First Act (H.B. 319) was signed by Governor Markell on July 16, 2012. It promotes the right that all persons with disabilities have the opportunity for competitive employment and establishes the Employment First ...
Community of Practice for Children and Emerging Adults in Transition
April 21, 2016
~~“Our VisionChildren, youth and families are healthy, safe and successful at home, in school and in their communities…..The Youth in Transition sub-committee is currently transitioning to a Community of Practice for Children and Emerging Young ...
DEI Grantee Abstracts (CA Round 5)
April 21, 2016
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving Social Security ...
CA State Council on Developmental Disabilities Employment First Committee Annual Report
April 21, 2016
The second annual report of the Employment First Committee (EFC) of the State Council on Developmental Disabilities includes: priorities adopted by the State Council as recommended by the EFC; second-year work of the EFC, interagency activities, and policy ...
California Readiness Of Minors in Supplemental Security Income (CaPROMISE) Initiative
April 21, 2016
“The PROMISE initiative is intended to improve the provision and coordination of services for child SSI recipients and their families. The services help child recipients achieve better outcomes, including graduating from high school ready for college ...
Employment First Committee Annual Report
April 21, 2016
The Community of Practice (COP) is located within the Department of Education’s Office of Special Education and was formed and funded by the DOE to help improve transition and employment outcomes. This is a voluntary group of educational ...
Minnesota Governor's Executive Order 15-03
April 21, 2016
Supporting Freedom of Choice and Opportunity to Live, Work, and Participate in the Most Inclusive Setting for Individuals with Disabilities through the Implementation of Minnesota's Olmstead Plan; Rescinding Executive Order 13-01 “A ...
Minnesota Governor's Executive Order 13-01
April 21, 2016
A Sub-Cabinet, appointed by the Governor, consisting of the Commissioner, or Commissioner's designees, of the following State agencies, shall develop and implement a comprehensive Minnesota Olmstead Plan: (i) that uses measurable goals to increase the ...
DE Disability Employment Initiative
August 12, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) was a three-year federal grant-funded program to improve education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for youth who were unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving Social Security ...
D.C One Community for All
April 22, 2016
One Community for All endeavors to meet the needs and preferences of the individual while allowing him or her to choose where s/he wants to live in the community with the appropriate supports and services consistent with the Olmstead decision and the ...
Secondary Transition Community of Practice
April 22, 2016
This was launched earlier in 2013 to bring together transition experts from the District’s school system, disability advocacy organizations, direct-service agencies, and transition-aged youth and their parents. These stakeholders in the transition ...
Project SEARCH
April 22, 2016
~~Project SEARCH was originally launched in 1996 at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. Designed to prepare young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities for competitive employment, this one-year “school- to-work” ...
D.C Secondary Transition Assessment Tool-kit
April 22, 2016
The District of Columbia Secondary Transition Process Toolkit was designed to assist educators in effectively addressing the transition planning needs of students with disabilities who are preparing to transition from high school to postsecondary employment, ...
Florida Executive Order 13-284: Reaffirming commitment to employment for Floridians with disabilities.
August 17, 2015
“‘Employment’" for purposes of this Executive Order is defined as integrated employment, including supported employment, customized employment, and self-employment, where an individual is paid by an employer at minimum wage or greater ...
FL Abilities Work Web Portal and Help Desk
August 17, 2015
"The Abilities Work Web Portal and Help Desk are key components of a larger effort, the Employment First Initiative, announced last year. The portal and help desk are designed to help employers recruit and hire more applicants with disabilities who are ...
Connecticut State Rehabilitation Council (SRC)
April 22, 2016
“The State Rehabilitation Council (SRC) is an important partner with the Bureau of Rehabilitation Services (BRS) to help improve employment outcomes for people with disabilities. BRS administers the Title I Vocational Rehabilitation and Title VI ...
New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities Employment Position Statement
April 25, 2016
The New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities commends and supports the April 26, 2012 announcement by Governor Christie that the State of New Jersey's has adopted an "Employment First" policy. It is the position of the Council that ...
ODEP Disability Employment Initiative 2010
April 25, 2016
The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development will build their DEI project upon earlier Work Incentive Grant and Disability Program Navigator grant activities. The approach utilizes Rehabilitation Services Administration Technical Assistance ...
New Jersey Department of Education
April 25, 2016
~~This page has resources for those who work with the Structured Learning Experiences (SLE) program.All teachers supervising Structured Learning Experiences (SLEs) complete a training program required by DOE. This includes courses on federal and state child ...
Hawaii Developmental Disabilities Division - Strategic Plan 2015-2017 Progress Report
April 25, 2016
“The Strategic Plan was adopted on December 2014. In the ensuing months Team Leaders have been convening meetings with advocates, providers, partners, and Division staff to plan specific activities for attaining goals and objectives of the Strategic ...
Hawaii DEI - Round 6 Grant Abstracts
April 25, 2016
The U.S. Department of Labor awarded Hawaii a Round 6 DEI grant to improve employment opportunities for youth and/or adults with disabilities. “HIDEI [Hawaii DEI] will hire four Disability Resource Coordinators and build upon the promising practices of ...
Hire Abilities Hawai'i - "What is Customized Employment?"
April 25, 2016
This brief article defines customized employment and outlines the case for using it with job seekers with disabilities. It outlines the different forms customized employment can take, including "task reassignment," "job carving," and ...
HireAbilities Hawai'i
April 25, 2016
This website is intended to provide resources to support employment for individuals with disabilities. It is intended to be used by job seekers with disabilities, service providers, agencies and businesses. This site was revamped December 2013 and now has ...
Hire Abilities Hawai'i - Customized Employment Videos
April 25, 2016
“These Customized Employment (CE) videos, each specifically focused on Employers, Youth, or a General audience, highlight the benefits of CE, an employment strategy which matches the skills and preferences of the individual with the specific business ...
Idaho Cooperative Services Agreement: DoE, VR & Blind and Visually Impaired
April 25, 2016
“This Cooperative Services Agreement has been developed with multiple purposes in mind. First, this agreement is intended to provide a coordinated, comprehensive system focusing on youth with disabilities as they transition from secondary to post-school ...
Idaho State Rehabilitation Council
April 25, 2016
“Working on behalf of Idahoans with disabilities, the Idaho State Rehabilitation Council endeavors to provide consumers, service providers and others the opportunity to participate in constructive dialogue and public input to continually improve the ...
Vermont Special Education Laws and Regulations
April 25, 2016
This page lists important state and federal legislation and policy that affect special education in Vermont.
Transition Services for Students with Disabilities
April 26, 2016
“VDOE's Transition Services website provides support, information and resources designed to improve the outcomes of students with disabilities in transition from middle / secondary education to postsecondary education and employment.”
Virginia Intercommunity Transition Council (VITC)
April 26, 2016
“The mission of the Virginia's Intercommunity Transition Council is to promote successful transition outcomes for youth and young adults with disabilities by providing leadership and innovation in employment, education, training, living ...
Virginia Intercommunity Transition Council
April 26, 2016
Virginia's Intercommunity Transition Council is committed to promoting partnerships and influencing linkages that result in transition service networks for coordinating person-centered services. Their fact sheet on employment cites Customized Employment ...
Disability Employment Initiative (Round Four)
April 26, 2016
As a past Round 1 grantee, VA DEI will continue to build on existing infrastructure to develop shared ownership; foster systems integration, through cross-interagency collaboration at all levels; and design access to services from a customer’s ...
Florida Developmental Disabilities Council Employment First Partnerships
August 17, 2015
As part of the Governor’s Executive Order, “required partners include the Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD); the Florida Department of Education (FDOE), Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR), Division of Blind Services, and ...
Florida Disability Employment Initiative
August 17, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving Social Security ...
Transition from School to Work
April 26, 2016
“We [the Division of Rehabilitation Services] provide a wide range of services to help people get and keep jobs. Because everyone is different, services are customized for each individual. DRS counselors typically begin working with students with ...
Memorandum of Understanding between the Division of Rehabilitative Services and Department of Education on Transition
April 26, 2016
“The cooperative agreement shall assure that each student with a disability in the state who needs special education and/or vocational rehabilitation services is promptly identified and the appropriate transition services are made available to the ...
Delaware Governor’s Advisory Council for Exceptional Citizens FY 2015 Annual Report
April 26, 2016
In accordance with CFR 300.650 (b), the Council serves as the State Advisory Panel for the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and its amendments. 1. Delaware Code: Title 14, Chapter 31, Sub. Sec. 3111 2. Federal Statute: Individuals ...
Delaware Governor’s Advisory Council for Exceptional Citizens FY 2015 Annual Report
April 26, 2016
The membership of the State advisory panel must consist of members appointed by the Governor, or any other official authorized under State law to make these appointments, that is representative of the State population and that is composed of individuals ...
Delaware Employment First Oversight Commission
April 26, 2016
An Employment First Oversight Commission, under the purview of the State Council for Persons with Disabilities, shall be established and “shall facilitate the full, effective and timely implementation of this Act.” This “Commission shall ...
Delaware Employment First Oversight Commission Report
April 26, 2016
“Delaware’s Employment First Act (H.B. 319) was signed by Governor Markell on July 16, 2012. It promotes the right that all persons with disabilities have the opportunity for competitive employment and establishes the Employment First ...
Agreement between Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services and the Iowa Department of Education
April 26, 2016
“The purpose of this agreement is to facilitate the integration and coordination of transition services from school to post-secondary education and/or employment, for individuals with disabilities who are enrolled in secondary education and are ...
Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services (IVRS) Partners Page
April 26, 2016
~~“The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) reinforces increased coordination between state systems and partner organizations. It is designed to help job seekers access employment, education, training and support services to succeed in the ...
Iowa State Rehabilitation Council
April 26, 2016
“The State Rehabilitation Council (SRC), with members appointed by the Governor, has been in operation since January 1993, providing advice and direction to the Department of Education's Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services (IVRS) on the quality ...
Iowa Transition Alliance Program
April 26, 2016
“The Transition Alliance Program (TAP) is a partnership between Community School Districts and Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services (IVRS). Participants of TAP receive assistance in the areas of vocational training, independent living, ...
Iowa Disability Employment Initiative (Round 6)
April 26, 2016
IADEI will hire five Disability Resource Coordinators and will link a variety of initiatives to make the vision of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act real for all Iowans. IADEI will increase access to and participation in local Career Pathway models ...
Georgia House Resolution 642
August 17, 2015
“WHEREAS, an ‘Employment First’ policy provides that employment should be the first and preferred option for all people, regardless of their disability, and that employment in the general workforce at or above the minimum wage is the ...
Illinois Business Enterprise for Minorities, Females, and Persons with Disabilities Act
April 26, 2016
It is hereby declared to be the public policy of the State of Illinois to promote and encourage each State agency and public institution of higher education to use businesses owned by minorities, females, and persons with disabilities in the area of goods and ...
Transition Planning for Students with Disabilities
April 27, 2016
“Transition is helping students with disabilities and their families think about their life after high school and identify long-range goals designing the high school experience to ensure that students gain the skills and connections they need to achieve ...
IEP: Postsecondary Transition Plan (PTP)
April 27, 2016
“With stakeholder input, the Department of Public Instruction has developed a web-based IEP: Postsecondary Transition Plan (PTP) that will assist local educational agencies to document the postsecondary transition requirements with 100% compliance while ...
Wisconsin PROMISE Initiative
April 27, 2016
The PROMISE initiative is intended to improve services for youth SSI (Social Security Supplemental Security Income) recipients and their families. The services help youth recipients achieve better outcomes, including graduating from high school ready for ...
Community-Based Transition Options for 18- to 21-year old Students with Disabilities
April 27, 2016
“This guide shares a framework for planning community-based transition options for 18-21-year-old students with disabilities. This tool will assist local districts in assessing needs and developing transition-focused options within a community-based ...
Indiana Employment First Systems Change Statewide Plan (2011-2015)
April 27, 2016
“Through the use of MIG funds, Indiana has made a number of improvements to the state’s infrastructure supporting employment of IWD. While Indiana has been a leader in many aspects of employment supports and the use of innovative practices, the ...
Kansas Department of Education “Special Education Services Process Handbook”
April 28, 2016
When the IEP team is considering a child’s post-secondary goals and transition services needed to assist the child in reaching those goals, the school is required to invite a representative of any agency that is likely to provide or pay for transition ...
New York ACCES-VR Workforce Development and Business Relations Department "Disability Etiquette Guide"
May 02, 2016
Everyone Knows Someone with a Disability People with disabilities are the nation’s largest minority and the only one that any person can join at any time. According to the 2010 U.S. Census, 54 million people have disabilities. That is nearly 1 in 5 ...
New York (ACCES-VR) Workforce Development and Business Relations Department "Hiring Good People Is Good Business"
May 02, 2016
ACCES-VR can assist businesses with meeting compliance with Federal Laws Assistance for federal contractors/subcontractors in meeting OFCCP requirements. Technical assistance on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). ACCES-VR can lower hiring costs ...
New York (ACCES-VR) Workforce Development and Business Relations Department "Adult Career and Continuing Education Services –Vocational Rehabilitation…a basic guide"
May 02, 2016
What is ACCES? The Office of Adult Career and Continuing Education Services (ACCES) is part of the New York State Education Department and is comprised of three primary areas: Vocational Rehabilitation (including Independent Living Program Administration), ...
IEP Process Guide
July 12, 2016
Transition planning is more effective when the planning is an integral part of the student’s IEP and the student’s program. Transition planning is required under Federal law and becomes a major Team focus when a student reaches fourteen years of ...
Department of Elementary and Secondary Education IEP Transition Planning
July 12, 2016
As a result of new legislation within the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), Office of Special Education (OSE), and the Office of Adult Learning and Rehabilitation Services -Vocational ...
Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS)
July 12, 2016
"The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act recommended that VRBS serve high school youth with disabilities much earlier than before with a new set of services called Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS). Perhaps the most amazing ...
Montana Center for Inclusive Education
July 12, 2016
The Montana Center on Disabilities (MCD) is part of Montana State University-Billings. MCD works to make sure that all people are part of the community. The Center supports the idea that people with disabilities can make their own choices about how they ...
Disability Employment Awareness Month Proclamation
July 12, 2016
“WHEREAS, the State of North Carolina supports and encourages individuals with disabilities to find employment, thus fostering the key objectives of advancing individual well-being and reducing the demand on public resources, which can then be ...
New York Employment First Commission Report and Recommendations 3/1/2015
July 13, 2016
Everyone has the right to work. It is this underlying premise that is the driving force behind the development of an Employment First policy in New York State. On September 17, 2014 Governor Andrew M. Cuomo signed Executive Order 136 to create a commission to ...
Supported Employment Training and Technical Assistance
July 13, 2016
~~“The Boggs Center Employment Team provides Supported Employment Training and Technical Assistance throughout the state of New Jersey. Training courses are intended to provide both new and veteran employment specialists with the most up to date ...
Minnesota Olmstead Planning Committee
July 14, 2016
In January 2013, Governor Mark Dayton issued an Executive Order establishing a Sub-Cabinet to develop and implement a comprehensive plan supporting freedom of choice and opportunity for people with disabilities…The Sub-Cabinet evaluates policies, ...
Hire Abilities Hawai'i
August 19, 2015
“Hire Abilities Hawaii represents an innovative collaboration among the Department of Human Services (DHS), University of Hawai`’ College of Education Center for Disabilities Studies (CDS), the Department of Education (DOE), the Department of ...
Maryland State Department of Education, Division of Rehabilitation Services “Training Customized for Your Business”
July 15, 2016
On-the-Job TrainingDORS can provide funding for on-the-job training for a new employee and reimburse a business for a percentage of the new employees’ wages while they are in training.DORS also offers technical assistance and follow-along services to ...
Maryland Department of Education “Understanding the Evaluation, Eligibility and Individualized Education Program (IEP) Process in Maryland”
July 15, 2016
The public agency uses a team process to decide whether a child is a student with a disability as defined by the IDEA and the educational needs of the child. Each public agency is responsible for initiating and conducting meetings for the purposes of ...
Humanim Supported Living & Housing Program
July 15, 2016
Developmental Disabilities Services~~“Humanim provides supported living and supportive housing services to adults with chronic, severe, and persistent mental illness who are living in the community. We facilitate an individual’s ...
Florida HB 7003
July 15, 2016
This bill will be enacted on July 1, 2016 The purpose of this act is to prioritize employment of individuals with disabilities and to change the employment system to better integrate individuals with disabilities into the workforce. The act encourages a ...
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, Florida Department of Education “Transition Youth”
July 15, 2016
Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) is a federal-state program that helps people who have physical or mental disabilities get or keep a job. VR is committed to helping people with disabilities find meaningful careers. Passage of the Workforce Innovation and ...
Hawaii Medicaid Infrastructure Grant
August 19, 2015
“In 2006, Hawaii received a grant from the Center for Medicare and Medicaid to improve employment outcomes for persons with disabilities. The Medicaid Infrastructure Grant Program, known as Hire Abilities Hawaii, ran from 2006 to 2009. It was authorized ...
“Georgia Career Pathways to Work, E3 Transition Services”
July 15, 2016
E3: Explore, Engage, Employ refers to Transition Services. There are two E3 initiatives in GVRA: -Georgia Career Pathways to Work – E3: Explore, Engage, Employ is a grant through which GVRA will initially work with 5 school districts to connect students ...
Kentucky ABLE Act SB 179
July 15, 2016
Signed by the Governor on April 5, 2016AN ACT relating to persons with disabilities.Amend KRS 205.200 to disregard any amount in an ABLE account, any contributions to an ABLE account, and any distribution from an ABLE account for qualified expenses for ...
Kentucky Commission on Services and Supports for Individuals with Intellectual and Other Developmental Disabilities “Annual Status Report”
July 15, 2016
Activity: Development of Local and Regional LeadershipThe Commission:Began the process of educating the Department of Education’s Nine Regional Transition Teams about Employment First and their role in the Employment First process;Worked to expand the ...
Kentucky Department of Education “Transition”
July 15, 2016
The ultimate goal of the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE), Division of Learning Services is the successful transition of all students from school to post-school activities - whether postsecondary education, vocational training, integrated employment, ...
Hawaii DEI - Round 2 Grants
August 19, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving Social Security ...
Delaware SB 33
July 15, 2016
"This Act implements the legislative recommendations of the IEP Improvement Task Force created by the 147th General Assembly. The recommendations it implements are to:Provide more detailed and helpful information to parents about their rights and ...
Delaware DVR Partnerships
July 15, 2016
DVR maintains ongoing relationships with several councils throughout the state that have missions related to individuals with disabilities...These councils address issues of common concern to the disability community. DVR’s Director participates in the ...
Employment First Oversight Commission Report FY 2015
July 15, 2016
Delaware’s Employment First At (H.B. 319) was signed by Governor Markell on July 16, 2012. This legislation promotes the right that all persons with disabilities have the opportunity for competitive employment and establishes the Employment First ...
Delaware IEP Details
July 15, 2016
An IEP is developed to meet the individualized needs of each student. The educational services are provided at no cost to the family. The federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) governs the rules for IEPs in every state. In addition, ...
Kansas State Department of Education “The Individualized Education Program (IEP)”
July 15, 2016
The Individualized Education Program (IEP) is defined as a written statement for each student with an exceptionality which describes that child’s educational program and is developed, reviewed, and revised in accordance with special education laws and ...
Kansas State Department of Education “KSDE Policy Statement on Employment First”
July 15, 2016
As a relevant state agency in the implementation of Employment First policy, the Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) is responsible for the monitoring of district practices in planning for and providing appropriate transition services to students with ...
Early Start to Supported Employment Handbook
July 15, 2016
Early Start to Supported Employment” (ESSE) is intended to create a more seamless transition for students leaving school and entering the adult workforce. The outcome of paid work with post-school supports in place before the student leaves school is ...
Hawaii Department of Education “IEP Overview”
July 15, 2016
Each Individualized Education Program includes: -a statement of the child's present levels of educational performance; -a statement of annual goals, including short-term instructional objectives; -a statement of the specific special education and related ...
Employment and Economic Opportunity for Persons with Disabilities Task Force Act
July 18, 2016
“Task Force Responsibilities. The Task Force shall analyze programs and policies of the State to determine what changes, modifications, and innovations may be necessary to remove barriers to competitive employment and economic opportunity for persons ...
Iowa Department of Education “Secondary Transition – Guidance to Quality IEPs”
July 18, 2016
In Iowa, secondary transition planning should begin no later than the first IEP to be in effect when the child turns 14, or younger if determined appropriate by the IEP team.The ultimate goal of transition planning is to make the adjustment from high school ...
Training Services for Out of School Youth
July 21, 2016
ORS develops IPEs with youth within 90 days of eligibility determination. TheIPE establishes an occupational goal for the individual that is updated prior to completion of high school. This IPE also establishes if employment, training, and/or college will be ...
Idaho Disability Employment Initiative
August 21, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving Social Security ...
North Rhode Island Collaborative
July 21, 2016
In order to assist Local Educational Agencies in meeting the secondary Transition requirements, the three Rhode Island Educational Collaborative maintain four Regional Transition Centers (RTCs). These centers assist middle and high schools regionally and ...
Expect Employment 2015: TN Employment First Task Force Report
July 21, 2016
In the past year, Tennessee:Continued to expand Project SEARCH to include 60 interns participating at 7 program sites statewide. A total of 42 individuals have been employed through Project SEARCHSecured federal grants and reallocated resources to expand the ...
Community of Practice in Transition: Secondary to Postsecondary Report to Wyoming Department of education (2014)
July 21, 2016
During 2013 the Wyoming Institute for Disabilities (WIND) in collaboration with the Wyoming Department of Education (WDE), Special Programs Division developed a community of practice for student transition (CoP-T). The goal of this project was to bring ...
Transition Action Guide For Post-School Planning
July 21, 2016
~~“This Technical Assistance Guide (TAG) was developed to assist in the improvement of communication, coordination, and services for students with disabilities transitioning from school to work. It was designed to be useful for all persons and ...
Wisconsin Transition Interagency Agreement
July 21, 2016
This interagency agreement has been revised from the July 2007 interagency agreement to now focus on both students with disabilities transitioning from high school as well as adults with disabilities, who have an expectation for integrated competitive ...
Transition Action Guide For Post-School Planning
July 21, 2016
~~“This Technical Assistance Guide (TAG) was developed to assist in the improvement of communication, coordination, and services for students with disabilities transitioning from school to work. It was designed to be useful for all persons and ...
West Virginia Department of Education: Career Technical Education for students with disability
July 21, 2016
Career technical education (CTE) programs in West Virginia are designed for all students and prepare them for entering post-secondary education, training or the workforce. CTE Content Skill Sets (CSSs) are based on national industry recognized accreditation ...
Oregon Council on Developmental Disability Fiscal Year 2016: State Plan (Findings)
July 22, 2016
A broad overview of the Comprehensive Review and Analysis conducted by the Council. The Office of Developmental Disability Services (ODDS) provides DD waiver and Medicaid Community First Choice state plan (K plan) services to about 23,776 eligible children ...
Integrated employment Plan: Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disability
July 22, 2016
The Oregon Department of Human Services (DHS) along with its many partners and stakeholders, strives to support the choices of individuals with intellectual and other developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families within local communities by promoting ...
South Carolina Disability Employment Coalition
July 28, 2016
~~“The SC Disability Employment Coalition (SCDEC) formed in the fall of 2014, through funding from the SC Developmental Disabilities Council, to address employment barriers for individuals with disabilities in South Carolina. SCDEC stakeholders ...
House Bill 400: Work Experience for High School Student disability act
July 29, 2016
The HB400 emphasizes on competitive integrated employment. It requires the office of vocational rehabilitation to facilitate the process of job and career development for the purpose of successful transition of high-school students with disability into ...
Via of the Lehigh Valley (PA): Partnership with Local Schools to Provide Customized Employment
July 29, 2016
This story details a partnership between Via of the Lehigh Valley (a CRP) and the local school system to support a Customized Employment success.
Illinois Employment First Executive Order
August 21, 2015
“WHEREAS, the Illinois Employment First Act (20 ILCS 40 et. seq) requires that State agencies follow and implement the State’s policy of competitive and integrated employment as the first option when serving persons with disabilities of working ...
Disability Employment Initiative Round 1 Grant
September 01, 2016
The New York State Department of Labor will utilize their DEI project as their next generation approach building upon their significant commitment to expanded services under their former Disability Program Navigator grant. Collaborative activities ...
New Jersey Task Force on Improving Special Education for Public School Students Report
December 19, 2016
The Task Force identified numerous topics relevant to the charges mandated by the legislation and requested and examined extensive data from the New Jersey Department of Education (Department), including federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act ...
Illinois Employment First Act (HB2591)
August 21, 2015
The bill, which became effective on July 16, 2013, declares Illinois an Employment First State and establishes competitive employment in integrated settings as the first option for working-age persons with disabilities in Illinois. The bill also ...
New Mexico House Joint Memorial 72
December 19, 2016
“A joint memorial requesting that the Executive Task Force on Disability Employment develop policies, procedures and guidelines to increase the employment of persons with disabilities in state government.”
New Mexico Interagency Behavioral Health Service Requirements and Utilization Guidelines for Supported Employment
December 19, 2016
~~This document defines supported employment and provides program, provider, staffing, documentation, and other requirements of providers of supported employment services.“Supported Employment provides on the job ...
New Mexico Behavioral Health Collaborative
December 19, 2016
~~“This Web site is a resource for individuals, families and agencies concerned with behavioral health. It provides information about behavioral health services, laws, and related news, as well as communication tools and other features. Regardless of ...
North Dakota Transition Consortium (Launch My Life North Dakota)
December 20, 2016
“The North Dakota Transition Consortium is a partnership of programs and agencies. The goal is to promote, improve, and educate about services that help young adults with disabilities move from high school into college, training, or a job.”
Ohio SB 316: IEP and Post-secondary Transition Requirements
December 20, 2016
Beginning not later than the first IEP to be in effect when the child is fourteen years of age, and update annually thereafter, a statement describing:Appropriate measurable post-secondary goals based upon age-appropriate transition assessments related to ...
Guide to Policy and Procedure Development
December 20, 2016
"The Employment First Rule, 5123: 2-2-05, requires county boards to adopt and implement a local Employment First Policy which clearly identifies community employment as the desired outcome for every individual of working age. The following is guidance ...
Ohio Transition Support Partnership (OTSP)
December 20, 2016
“In 2015, the Ohio Department of Education and Opportunities for Ohioans (OOD) launched the Ohio Transition Support Partnership (OTSP). This innovative collaboration changed the nature and impact of transition services for students with disabilities in ...
OH Job Seekers Guide
December 20, 2016
"The Job Seekers Guide will help you learn how to get a job and will give you some tools that will help along the way."
Ohio Employment First Transition Framework
December 20, 2016
"Ohio Employment First Transition Framework is a critical component to the Ohio Employment First structure and is intended to address barriers to transition planning and services in order to achieve meaningful adult outcomes. The Framework was developed ...
Oklahoma’s Transition Education Handbook
December 20, 2016
“Oklahoma’s special education policies and procedures ensure that all students with an IEP have access to a free appropriate public education that emphasizes special education and related services designed to meet their unique needs and prepares ...
Oregon Youth Transition Program
December 20, 2016
~~“Established in 1990, the Oregon Youth Transition Program (YTP) is a collaborative partnership between the office of Vocational Rehabilitation, Oregon Department of Education, and the University of Oregon. It is funded by Vocational Rehabilitation ...
Illinois Employment and Economic Opportunity for Persons with Disabilities Task Force Annual Report
August 21, 2015
"This annual report “outlines the activities undertaken by the Task Force during the first full year of operation. It reflects the information that has been gathered by the Task Force to date as well as outlines the recommendations developed by the ...
Transition from School To Work: OVR Programs and Services
December 20, 2016
“Any high school student with a disability who may need vocational guidance and assistance in preparing for, obtaining, or maintaining competitive employment should be considered for referral to the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR). Students ...
The Transition Alliance of South Carolina (TASC)
December 20, 2016
"The Transition Alliance of South Carolina (TASC) is spearheaded by the Center for Disability Resources (CDR) at the University of South Carolina’s School of Medicine.Utilizing funding and support from the South Carolina Department ...
Expect Employment 2015: Employment First Task Force Report to the Governor
January 04, 2017
~~“Governor Haslam established Tennessee as an Employment First state in June 2013 with Executive Order No. 28. This Order, in recognition of high levels of unemployment for Tennesseans with disabilities, mental illnesses and substance abuse ...
Tennessee Interagency Agreement Regarding IDEA
January 04, 2017
“The purpose of this Agreement is to identify and define the financial responsibilities of the Parties to this Agreement and to facilitate the provision and coordination of services for all infants, toddlers, children, youth and adults who are IDEA ...
Texas Education Agency Employment First Policy
January 04, 2017
“TEA hereby adopts the state's policy that earning a living wage through competitive employment in the general workforce is the priority and preferred outcome for working age individuals with disabilities who receive public benefits. TEA will ...
ASPIRE Utah
January 04, 2017
“The Achieving Success by Promoting Readiness for Education and Employment (ASPIRE) initiative is a project of the Utah State Office of Rehabilitation, on behalf of six western states: Arizona, Colorado, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota ...
Interagency Agreement with Vermont Department of Education and Vermont Agency of Human Services
January 04, 2017
“This agreement promotes collaboration between the Agency of Human Services (AHS) and the Department of Education (DOE) in order to ensure that all required services are coordinated and provided to students with disabilities, in accordance with ...
Washington RCW 28A.155.220: High School Transition Services
January 05, 2017
“The office of the superintendent of public instruction must establish interagency agreements with the department of social and health services, the department of services for the blind, and any other state agency that provides high school transition ...
West Virginia Policy 2419: Regulations for the Education of Students with Exceptionalities
January 05, 2017
“The West Virginia Procedures Manual for the Education of Students with Exceptionalities outlines the policies and procedures districts must follow in meeting the requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004 ...
Executive Order 2002-9 (Establishing a Governor's Task Force on Employment)
January 05, 2017
“An order establishing the Governor's Task Force on Employment and Economic Opportunity for Persons with Disabilities”
State of Arkansas Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Combined State Plan 2016-2019
January 20, 2017
• Train and equip workforce center staff in an ongoing learning process with the knowledge, skills, and motivation to provide superior service to job seekers, including those with disabilities, and businesses in an integrated, regionally focused ...
California Department of Education “Mentoring Frequently Asked Questions”
January 20, 2017
• Q: Who issues work permits? • A: Work permits are required in California for any minor student who has not yet graduated and who would like to work. School districts and county offices of education designate their own work permit officials. • ...
Colorado Department of Education “Secondary Transition”
January 20, 2017
~~Secondary Transition is the process of preparing students for adult life after they leave high school and can be thought of as a bridge between school programs and the opportunities of adult life, including higher education or training, employment, ...
Connecticut State Department of Education “Transition Bill of Rights”
January 20, 2017
“This Transition Bill of Rights for parents of students receiving special education will help parents and students understand a student’s rights related to getting an education and other important issues regarding the transition to life after high ...
Delaware Department of Education “Transitions After High School”
January 23, 2017
“Transition planning should be in effect when a student turns 14 or enter the Grade 8, or younger if deemed appropriate by the IEP team. Students with disabilities and their families must be offered transition planning as part of their Individualized ...
D.C. Dept. of Education “Competitive Employment Opportunity (CEO) Program)”
January 23, 2017
~~“Competitive Employment Opportunities (CEO) consists of preparatory experiences designed to help students with disabilities attain their career and postsecondary training goals. The model aims to expose students to career experiences, and equip them ...
D.C. Department of Education “Transition Services and Programs and Supports ”
January 23, 2017
Secondary transition is the process of preparing students for life after they leave high school, including participation in post-secondary education or training, employment, and community living. Secondary transition training begins in Pre-Kindergarten, with ...
DCPS Transition
January 23, 2017
~~DCPS Transition Central is a tool for DCPS staff to access and provide information .“DCPS has implemented a number of initiatives to meet the diverse needs of students with disabilities and provide them with the opportunity to improve job skills, earn ...
2016 Florida Statues “1003.5716 Transition to postsecondary education and career opportunities”
January 23, 2017
”To ensure quality planning for a successful transition of a student with a disability to postsecondary education and career opportunities, an IEP team shall begin the process of, and develop an IEP for, identifying the need for transition services ...
2016 Florida Statues “1004.6495 Florida Postsecondary Comprehensive Transition Program and Florida Center for Students with Unique Abilities”
January 23, 2017
“The purpose of this section is to increase independent living, inclusive and experiential postsecondary education, and employment opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities through degree, certificate, or nondegree programs and to ...
Florida Department of Education “Technical Assistance Paper High School Graduation Options for Students With Disabilities"
January 23, 2017
“This technical assistance paper describes the high school graduation options for students with disabilities following the adoption of Rule 6A-1.009963, Florida Administrative Code, High School Graduation Requirements for Students with ...
Florida Department of Education “Modified Occupational Completion Points”
January 23, 2017
“MOCPs are selected sets of student performance standards that fall between established OCPs as identified in CTE course descriptions. These selected standards (identified on an individual basis) guide the student in completing a modified program and ...
Florida Department of Education “Modified Occupational Completion Points”
January 23, 2017
“MOCPs are selected sets of student performance standards that fall between established OCPs as identified in CTE course descriptions. These selected standards (identified on an individual basis) guide the student in completing a modified program and ...
Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency (GVRA) “A New Focus on Transition: New Federal Regulations and New Initiatives Focus on Younger Clients”
January 23, 2017
“Georgia’s Career Pathways to Work: Explore, Engage and Employ (E3) initiative. Funded through a $4.7 million grant —stretched over five years — E3 is broken down into three components, and they follow the path of the student or young ...
“Idaho IEP Guidance Handbook” State Department of Education
January 23, 2017
“In order to best meet IDEA and to prepare our students for post-secondary education, training, employment and independent living, transition plans must be in place before a student’s 16th birthday. This chapter includes The steps required to ...
Iowa Department of Education “Secondary Transition
January 24, 2017
“The ultimate goal of secondary transition planning is to make the adjustment from high school as easy, successful and as short as possible. Successful transition planning should begin early and be based on specific knowledge and experiences of targeted ...
Kentucky Department of Education “Career and Technical Education”
January 24, 2017
“Mission: The mission of Career and Technical Education is to assist schools in providing students with skills necessary for a successful transition to postsecondary education or work and a desire for life-long learning in a global society.”
Kentucky Assistive Technology Service Network “A Guide to Assistive Technology Funding in Kentucky 15th Edition”
January 24, 2017
“…the services of the ATRCs include, but are not limited to: Assistive Technology Services for Early Intervention, K-12 and Post-secondary school, Employment, Transition, Independent Living, leisure or recreation; Loan Library of Assistive ...
“Students with Disabilities” Louisiana Department of Education Policy on Resources for Special Education and Transition
January 24, 2017
~~“Families: Families need easy, transparent access to information, services, and supports to advocate effectively for the needs of their child, regardless of whether they are struggling and may need special education and related services, or have ...
Louisiana’s “Every Student Succeeds Act” (ESSA) Framework
January 24, 2017
“Long-term indicators: To foster a better understanding of how skills taught in schools translate to life after high school, Louisiana will provide to schools and school systems an annual series of reports on the postsecondary success and economic ...
Maine Department of Labor Receives Grant to Improve Employment Rates of Youth with Disabilities
January 24, 2017
Commissioner of Labor Jeanne Paquette is pleased to announce that the U.S. Department of Education has awarded the Bureau of Rehabilitation Services, part of the Maine Department of Labor, $9 million to help students with disabilities prepare for ...
“Governor’s Interagency Transition Council for Youth with Disabilities”
January 24, 2017
“The primary responsibility of the IATC is to review, revise and update annually the Interagency State Plan for Transitioning Youth with Disabilities to ensure effective interagency planning and delivery of services for secondary students with ...
“FY2017 Interagency State Plan for Transitioning Youth with Disabilities”
January 24, 2017
“This is a document of the approved goals for students with disabilities who are transitioning from high school to post-secondary school or employment.” It consists of a set of tables, one for each goal, that lists the measures and strategies that ...
Governor’s Interagency Transition Council for Youth with Disabilities
January 24, 2017
~~"The Interagency Transition Council for Youth with Disabilities (IATC) is a partnership of State and local government agencies, educators, family members and advocates. The IATC's purpose is to help improve the policies and practices that affect ...
Maryland Developmental Disabilities Council Webinar: “Everything You Wanted to Know about DDA but Were Afraid to Ask”
January 24, 2017
“Schools are required to begin transition planning for students at age 14. With new Service options* available it is important to start early, educate yourself on new models and options, visit programs, and let your IEP team know about the new options. ...
Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education “Secondary Transition” Policy
January 24, 2017
“For Massachusetts students receiving special education services, Secondary Transition is a time that begins when they turn 14 (or earlier, if the IEP team agrees). From age 14 until they graduate or turn 22, students on IEPs receive transition services ...
Administrative Advisory SPED 2017-1: Guidance Regarding the WIOA Prohibition on Contracting with Entities for the Purpose of Operating a Program Under Which a Youth with a Disability is Engaged in Subminimum Wage Employment
January 24, 2017
“This advisory provides guidance in accordance with the regulations recently promulgated under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) of 2014, specifically 34 CFR § 397.31. This regulation states: ‘“Neither a local ...
Michigan Protection & Advocacy Service Special Education Manual Transition Chapter 10
January 24, 2017
~"Transition services" are meant to provide the necessary linkages between school services and post-school services. This includes linkages with other community or state agencies that may have a responsibility to ...
Secondary Transition, Minnesota Department of Education
January 24, 2017
“Secondary Transition Planning is the process of preparing students for life after high school and includes planning for postsecondary education or training, employment, and independent living. This page is a collection of resources and tools to help ...
“Secondary Transition: A Collaborative Planning Process”
January 24, 2017
“Mississippi Occupational Diploma (MOD): The MOD requires a student with a disability to earn 21 credits by successfully completing selected courses from the general education curriculum, vocational education programs, MOD portfolio objectives or a ...
Toward a Successful Transition: A Checklist for the First 21 Years
January 24, 2017
“To Parents of Children with Developmental Disabilities . . . It is our hope that as parents you will always consider yourselves the experts on your child. We hope that as you seek information, help and guidance you will see your child in “people ...
Executive Order 2016-03 Recommendations: Establishing an ‘Employment First’ Policy
January 30, 2017
“Pennsylvanians with a disability are valued members of society and have demonstrated that they are productive, contributing members of the workforce. There is dignity in work, and when people with a disability hold jobs and earn competitive wages they ...
Oregon’s Transition Resource Handbook
April 26, 2017
~~“Oregon’s Employment First initiative has been the vehicle for state agencies to continue to operate together in improving competitive integrated employment outcomes for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Employment ...
Pennsylvania Training and Technical Assistance Network
April 26, 2017
~~“Working with the Bureau of Special Education (BSE), Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE), PaTTAN provides a full array of professional development and technical assistance targeted to improving student results. This professional development and ...
Vermont Transition and Career Planning Conference
April 26, 2017
“The 12th annual 2017 Transition and Career Planning Conference for K-12 Professionals will address highlighting the importance of “igniting the imagination” as students, educators, and parents create the developmental pathway through ...
Virginia Transition Services for Students with Disabilities
April 27, 2017
“VDOE's Transition Services website provides support, information and resources designed to improve the outcomes of students with disabilities in transition from middle / secondary education to postsecondary education and employment.”
Virginia Special Education Technical Assistance & Professional Development
April 27, 2017
“These resources were developed to provide professional development and technical assistance to parents, school personnel and other consumers. All resources are intended to provide guidance for addressing the regulatory requirements and instructional ...
Arizona Community of Practice on Transition (AZCoPT)
April 27, 2017
~~“The Arizona Community of Practice on Transition (AZCoPT) is a committee dedicated to improving collaboration among secondary transition planning partners.On this page you will find information on each community partner as well as a link to our ...
Arizona Community of Practice on Transition (AZCoPT)
April 27, 2017
~"The Arizona Community of Practice on Transition (AZCoPT) is a committee dedicated to improving collaboration among secondary transition planning partners.On this page you will find information on each community partner as well as a link to our monthly ...
Special Education Process Guide
April 27, 2017
~~ “The Notice of Conference is used by the LEA to take steps to ensure that parent(s) are afforded the opportunity to participate in the special education process. It is the district’s responsibility to provide parents with appropriate ...
Secondary Transition Planning
April 28, 2017
~~• “This Web page offers resources and guidelines for assisting educators, parents, and agency partners to improve compliance with state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to transition age youth and improve post-high school ...
“IEP Procedural Guidance: Exceptional Student Services Unit Technical Assistance”
April 28, 2017
~~“Secondary Transition Requirements:Age Appropriate Transition Assessments Transition assessment is the foundation of a meaningful IEP. The IEP must be based on newly administered or reviewed age appropriate transition assessments. Age-appropriate ...
Junior Partners in Policymaking
April 28, 2017
~~“Junior Partners in Policymaking™ is an exciting summer program for young adults ages 15 to 22. It is held at Dela-ware State University, where the par-ticipants live and learn for five nights and six days.During the day, participants are ...
District of Columbia Partners in Transition
April 28, 2017
~~“Visit OSSE's Secondary Transition website for more information on how to support students with disabilities in successful transitions to life after high school. The website also features information for educators, families, and students ...
“Individualized Education Program (IEP) Amendment Policy”
April 28, 2017
~~“The purpose of this Memorandum is to provide guidance and establish state-level parameters for utilizing the documented written agreement amendment modality to amend Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). It is the expectation of the Office of the ...
Limitations on Subminimum Wage
April 28, 2017
~~“Any individual hired into subminimum wage employment after July 22, 2016, must receive CC&IR services once every six months the first year of employment and annually thereafter. All individuals employed at subminimum wage prior to July 22, 2016, ...
Guiding Employment First In Indiana: A Statewide Plan
August 24, 2015
“In January 2010, the Indiana Medicaid Infrastructure Grant (MIG) began formal work to develop a comprehensive strategic plan to improve the employment services systems for individuals with disabilities (IWD). The MIG is a federal grant that works to ...
A Parent's Guide - Educational Rights and Responsibilities: Understanding Special Education in Illinois. Chapter 6: Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
May 01, 2017
~~“Once it is determined that a student meets the criteria to receive special education and related services, an Individualized Education Program (IEP) will be developed. An IEP is a written statement of the educational program designed to meet the ...
Iowa HF 572, Concerning who Consitatue the Membership of the State WIB
May 01, 2017
~~“An Iowa workforce development board is created,….” the law describes who will make up the 33 voting members and 13 non-voting of the board including the governor, a state senator, a state representative, the director of the Departments ...
Accommodations Manual 2018-2019
May 01, 2017
~~“The Kansas Assessment Program (KAP) Summative Assessment will have many tools available to help students navigate the online system. Some of the tools will be available to all students, while others will only be available to students who have ...
Graduation Pathways
May 01, 2017
~~“While most students with disabilities in Louisiana will pursue a traditional pathway to a high school diploma, certain students with disabilities who have an IEP have alternative pathways to a diploma available to them.•Students at the high ...
“LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION POSTS DRAFT ESSA PLAN FOR PUBLIC COMMENT”
May 01, 2017
~~“ESSA's provisions become effective July 1, 2017. Per the law, the United States Secretary of Education must approve or deny a plan within 120 days of a state submitting its plan to the U.S. Department of Education. Because completion of the plan ...
“THE HEART OF ESSA: REFLECT ON RESULTS, PLAN AND PRIORITIZE, AND FUND PRIORITIES”
May 01, 2017
~~“Career education access: Louisiana developed a career education initiative, Jump Start, as well as a diverse course delivery program known as Course Choice. Using funds won through the New Skills for Youth grant, Louisiana conducted an inventory of ...
“Louisiana Awarded $2 Million to Improve Career Education”
May 01, 2017
~~“The Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO) and JPMorgan Chase & Co. on Wednesday announced Louisiana is one of 10 states to receive a three-year, $2 million grant through phase two of the New Skills for Youth (NSFY) grant opportunity to ...
Maine State Plan for Assistive Technology Summary
May 01, 2017
~~“In 1989, the Governor appointed the Department of Education (DOE) as the lead agency for the Maine CITE Program. The Office of Special Services within the Department assumed responsibility for overseeing the activities of the Program.The Program ...
“Proficiency Diplomas Guidance for Students with Disabilities”
May 01, 2017
~~“Question: In the law it states “maintains the integrity of the standards as specified in the IEP”. Clarification: the IEP can define the performance tasks and accommodations, but not articulate the standards, correct?Answer: Correct. The ...
PRE-EMPLOYMENT TRANSITION SERVICES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
May 02, 2017
~~“Michigan Rehabilitation Services, in coordination with schools and other community partners, will offer Pre-Employment Transition Services for students with disabilities ages 14-26 in secondary or post-secondary education. Services are designed to be ...
“Measurable Annual Goals and Short Term Objectives”
May 02, 2017
~~“The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education (MARSE) require that annual goals and objectives must be measurable. In order to determine whether an annual goal or objective is ...
Recommendations for Improving School Funding in Mississippi
May 02, 2017
~~“Recommendation #3c: Create a commission to study and make recommendations related to service-based (IEP-based) fundingWhile multiple-tiered weights based on diagnosis alone would represent a big step forward for Mississippi, EdBuild believes that an ...
Proposed Part B State Plan Changes for 2017 “Transition Services”
May 02, 2017
~~“A. beginning not later than the first IEP to be in effect when the child is sixteen (16), or younger if determined appropriate by the IEP team, and updated annually thereafter appropriate measurable postsecondary goals based upon age appropriate ...
Part B Compliance
May 02, 2017
~~“THE STATE COMPLIANCE PLAN FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION is being revised during the 2016-17 school year to reflect updates in the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), provide clarification on a number of issues, and make substantive changes based on research ...
Missouri Interagency Transition Team
May 02, 2017
~~“The Missouri Interagency Transition Team (MITT) formed in 2007 by the Office of Special Education at the Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education to increase interagency collaboration at the state, regional, and local levels. This ...
NY Transition Planning and Services for Students with Disabilities Policy Brief
July 17, 2017
“The New York State Education Department has developed the attached policy brief, Transition Planning and Services for Students with Disabilities, to remind Committees on Special Education and school districts of their specific responsibilities under ...
Pennsylvania Employment First Executive Order Summary
July 18, 2017
“On March 10, 2016, Governor Tom Wolf signed Executive Order 2016-03, “Establishing ‘Employment First’ Policy and Increasing Competitive-Integrated Employment for Pennsylvanians with a Disability.”…Per the requirements of ...
Rhode Island Statewide Transition Capacity Building Institute
July 18, 2017
~~RIDE, in collaboration with the Regional Transition Centers, has hosted a Statewide Transition Capacity Building Institute for the last five years. Our National partners assist our state and districts in improving secondary education and transition ...
SC Employment First Initiative
July 18, 2017
“South Carolina is one of six states selected by the Administration for Community Living to receive funding in order to increase employment outcomes for youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities statewide. Employment First emphasizes ...
Utah State Office of Rehabilitation Services to Students with Disabilities Policy
July 18, 2017
“Transition services shall be provided to eligible Students and Youth with disabilities to facilitate the transition from educational settings in high school to VR services oriented toward an employment outcome consistent with the student/youth’s ...
Virginia Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities
July 18, 2017
“Led by the Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services and the Virginia Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired, this grant will help nearly 500 Virginians with disabilities, including young adults and veterans, gain new skills and ...
Maine Department of Education, Special Services, Career and Technical Education and Adult Education Memorandum of Understanding
July 18, 2017
“BRS [of Maine Department of Labor] and DOE agreement to cooperate to meet the needs of students with disabilities in particular to better coordinate the process of student transition”
Maine Department of Education, Special Services, Career and Technical Education and Adult Education Memorandum of Understanding
July 18, 2017
“BRS [of Maine Department of Labor] and DOE agreement to cooperate to meet the needs of students with disabilities in particular to better coordinate the process of student transition”
Executive Order 01.01.2009.10 Maryland Disability History and Awareness Month
July 19, 2017
“Now, therefore, I, Martin O’Malley, Governor of the State of Maryland […] hereby proclaim the following executive order, effective immediately.State of Maryland Executive Branch agencies shall annually observe October as Disability History ...
Minnesota Regional Low Incidence Projects
July 19, 2017
~~“The Minnesota Low Incidence Projects are designed to assist school districts across the state in fulfilling federal requirements in the areas of implementation of the IDEA, professional development and insuring the availability of high quality staff ...
2017-18 State Budget Briefing
July 27, 2017
~~“Employment First Policies for Individual with Disabilities: Adopts trailer bill language that requires that performance objectives included in regional center contracts measure progress and outcomes in implementing the Employment First ...
“Local Partnership Agreement Template"
July 27, 2017
~~“The California Department of Education (CDE), the Department of Rehabilitation (DOR), and the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) seek to foster an environment of collaboration to increase competitive integrated employment (CIE) opportunities ...
HB 371 An act relating to assistive technology devices; 2 amending s. 1003.575, F.S.
July 28, 2017
~~“Section 1003.575, Florida Statutes, is amended to read:1003.575 Assistive technology devices; findings; interagency agreements.—Accessibility, utilization, and coordination of appropriate assistive technology devices and services are essential ...
Olmstead Plan for Mental Health and Disability Services: State plan framework (2011 - 2015)
August 24, 2015
“The Department of Human Service’s priorities for Olmstead Plan implementation include establishing the leadership, necessary partnerships and infrastructure for a service system expanding opportunities for competitive employment.”The goals ...
NY Tax Credit for Employment of Persons with Disabilities
November 01, 2017
“You are entitled to this nonrefundable credit if you or your business employed a qualified employee within New York State who is certified by the New York State Education Department's Office of Vocational and Educational Services for ...
Experience the Employment Connection
November 01, 2017
Experience the Employment Connection is a training session offered in local areas across the state of PA. “Participants will learn how to work collaboratively, with numerous agencies, to obtain meaningful, integrative employment for the individuals they ...
South Carolina Uniform High School Diplomas Bill
November 01, 2017
“An act to amend section 59-39-100, as amended, code of laws of South Carolina, 1976, relating to the uniform diploma for graduates of accredited high schools, so as to provide personalized pathways for students to earn the diploma and to provide ...
SC Work-Based Learning Implementation Guidelines
November 01, 2017
“Education for all students should be relevant and provide appropriate transitions to future careers and lifelong learning. SC students can and should learn to apply their knowledge and skills to real life, real work, and real world situations, both ...
South Carolina Employability Credential
November 01, 2017
“South Carolina has roughly 100,000 students with disabilities serviced under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) of which the majority are able to earn a State high school diploma. Given the varying levels of student achievement, ...
TN Special Education Framework
November 01, 2017
“The purpose of the Special Education Framework is to support educators in writing instructionally appropriate IEPs. Several years ago, the department developed the first Special Education Framework and has continuously garnered feedback from educators ...
“Employment First Policy”
November 02, 2017
~~“Resources and guidelines for educators, parents, and agencies that will assist transition age youth develop postsecondary goals that lead to competitive, integrated employment (CIE).”
WI Project SEARCH
November 02, 2017
“Project SEARCH is a business led collaboration that enables young adults with disabilities to gain and maintain employment through training and career exploration. A 9-12 month program, Project SEARCH provides total immersion in a large community ...
Workability Transition Program
November 02, 2017
~~• “The WAI program offers students with an Individualized Education Program (IEP) the opportunity to complete their secondary education while also obtaining marketable job skills. WAI provides secondary students with an understanding of job ...
Support for Students with Significant Support Needs (SSN)
November 02, 2017
~~“Students with significant support needs are highly diverse learners with extensive needs in the areas of cognition and/or learning, communication, movement and social/emotional abilities. The individual may also have concurrent health, sensory, ...
Project Search
November 02, 2017
~~“Project SEARCH Hilton – Capital Area Region (Formerly Embassy Suites—DC) is a one-year “school-to-work” transition program designed to prepare DCPS adult students with intellectual and other developmental disabilities for ...
Iowa Coalition for Integrated Employment
August 25, 2015
“The Iowa Coalition for Integrated Employment’s consortium includes representatives from the Iowa DD Council, Iowa Department of Education, Iowa VR and the Department of Human Services. The partners have a history of routinely working together on ...
Project Search
November 02, 2017
~~“Project SEARCH Hilton – Capital Area Region (Formerly Embassy Suites—DC) is a one-year “school-to-work” transition program designed to prepare DCPS adult students with intellectual and other developmental disabilities for ...
Iowa AIDD Partnerships in Employment Systems Change Grant
August 25, 2015
The Iowa Coalition for Integrated Employment’s consortium includes representatives from various government and advocacy agencies and organizations. The objections of the coalition are: “Develop a Readiness for Change Plan for ...
“Learning Opportunities Transition from School to Adult Life
November 03, 2017
~~“Transition is a formal process of long-range cooperative planning that will assist students with disabilities to successfully move from school into the adult world. High quality transition planning and services will enable students with ...
Transition Services for Students with Disabilities
November 03, 2017
“For many students with disabilities the success of this transition from school to adult life depends on teamwork and collaboration between the schools and community resources. As one such resource, the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation works closely ...
Executive Order 01.01.2017.23 Maryland Disability Employment Awareness Month
November 03, 2017
“Now, therefore, I, Lawrence J. Hogan, Jr., Governor of the State of Maryland, by virtue of the power invested in my by the constitution and the laws of Maryland, declare the following: Each State department, board, agency, authority, board, or ...
Michigan Alliance for Families
November 03, 2017
“Michigan Alliance for Families provides information, support, and education for families who have children (birth through 26 years of age) who receive (or may be eligible to receive) special education services. This website can help you with finding ...
Kansas Employment First Oversight Commission Annual Report
September 01, 2015
~~“The Employment First Oversight Commission was established during the 2011 Kansas Legislative Session and became law on July 1, 2011. The Employment First law (K.S.A. 44-1136-38) details the duties and responsibilities of the oversight ...
Nebraska Youth Leadership Council
September 02, 2015
~~“NYLC was created “by youth for youth”. We are leaders and advocates who experience a disability. We travel the state promoting disability awareness and educating our peers on transitioning to college or work.”
Alabama Disability Employment Initiative
July 27, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people with disabilities who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving ...
Opening Doors: A Transition Guide
September 02, 2015
“This protocol is the result of the dialogue and cooperation of the NebraskaTransition Team members and other statewide representatives. Members met for three sessions with a facilitator for the purpose of better defining roles, responsibilities, tasks, ...
Employment First in Nevada
September 03, 2015
“Employment in the general workforce is the first and preferred outcome in the provision of publicly funded services for allworking age citizens with disabilities, regardless of level of disability. The expectation is that people work!”
New Hampshire HB 1174
September 03, 2015
“This bill establishes a committee to identify and recommend changes to New Hampshire laws and rules on the payment of subminimum wages to persons with disabilities.”
New Hampshire Council on Developmental Disabilities
September 03, 2015
“The purpose of State Councils is to ’engage in advocacy, capacity building, and systemic change activities that are consistent with the purpose of the DD Act and; contribute to a coordinated, consumer and family-centered, consumer and ...
New Hampshire Council on Developmental Disabilities (NHCDD) Five Year Plan (2016-2021), Executive Summary
September 03, 2015
Goal 2. Quality of Life: Individuals with developmental disabilities living in New Hampshire will have greater opportunities for inclusion through meaningful competitive employment, friendships and relationships, recreation and choice of social activities, ...
Institute on Disability/UCEDD - University of New Hampshire
September 03, 2015
“Trains students, self-advocates, families and professionals through coursework, seminars, workshops and conferences; Provides technical assistance to organizations and individuals to improve their capacity to include all citizens. Disseminates ...
New Hampshire Governor's Commission on Disability
September 03, 2015
The Governor’s Commission on Disability provides information about the many services, laws, and regulations that affect citizens with disabilities.
New Hampshire Medicaid Infrastructure Grant Five Year Plan (2008-2012)
September 03, 2015
• MIG funds were used during 2002 and 2003 to provide the 13 New Hampshire Employment Security One-Stops with equipment and resource materials (e.g., screen readers, audio “how to” tapes) to make them more accessible to individuals with ...
New York Disability Employment Initiative Round 8
February 07, 2018
“NY DEI will fund four Disability Resource Coordinators and implement activities that will improve education and employment outcomes for youth with disabilities by increasing their participation in existing Career Pathways programs. Expanding the ...
Employment First Task Force Joint Guidance: Limitations on Use of Subminimum Wage
February 07, 2018
“Section 511 of the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act of 2014 (WIOA), which took effect July 22, 2016, is intended to place limits on the payment of subminimum wage to individuals with disabilities, using special wage certificates under ...
Employment First PA Fiscal Year 2017-2018 Quarter 4 Updates
February 07, 2018
This document lists updates from agencies involved with Pennsylvania’s Employment First initiative. Updates are focused around various priorities, including raising expectations for youth with disabilities, preparing students for school-to-work ...
Rhode Island Disability Employment Initiative Round 8
February 07, 2018
“RI DEI will fund four Disability Resource Coordinators and implement activities that will continue with its success in re-integrating the Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities populations from sheltered workshops and segregated day programs and ...
UW ECHO in Secondary Transitions
February 08, 2018
~~“The UW ECHO in Secondary Transitions network will be discontinued for the 2019 – 2020 academic year.Recorded sessions are available through WyoLearn. We thank you for your support and participation in theUW ECHO in Education ...
Alabama Transition Standards
February 12, 2018
~~“This set of standards emphasizes the career development process of high school students with disabilities. Since career development is a process that occurs over the course of a lifetime rather than a one-time event…such standards are ...
Colorado Department of Education “Secondary Transition
February 12, 2018
~~“Secondary Transition is the process of preparing students for adult life after they leave high school and can be thought of as a bridge between school programs and the opportunities of adult life, including higher education or training, employment, ...
Parent Involvement Initiative
February 13, 2018
“The Parent Involvement Initiative is part of the Kentucky Department of Education’s State Personnel Development Grant (SPDG), funded by the Office of Special Education Programs and managed by the University of Kentucky. It is designed to promote ...
Delaware Regulations, Title 14:900: 925
February 13, 2018
~~“925 Children with Disabilities Subpart D, Evaluations, Eligibility Determination, Individualized Education Programs:Non-regulatory note: Some sections of this regulation are shown in italics. Federal law requires that the Delaware Department of ...
Maine Department of Labor Receives Grant to Improve Employment Rates of Youth with Disabilities
February 13, 2018
“Commissioner of Labor Jeanne Paquette is pleased to announce that the U.S. Department of Education has awarded the Bureau of Rehabilitation Services, part of the Maine Department of Labor, $9 million to help students with disabilities prepare for ...
IDEA Grant Funded Initiatives
February 13, 2018
“The Michigan Department of Education (MDE), Office of Special Education (OSE) established various Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Grant Funded Initiatives to enhance its support for special education in Michigan. IDEA Grant Funded ...
Secondary Student Progression: 2017-2018 Frequently Asked Questions
February 13, 2018
~~“What are the graduation requirements for students with disabilities?Most students with disabilities take the same courses and assessments as other students to earn a standard diploma. The following options are only for students with ...
GVRA provides Career Specialist Pilot for ECCHS
February 13, 2018
~~“Elbert County Comprehensive High School (ECCHS) was selected as one of five Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency (GVRA) Capacity Building Pilots to receive a Career Specialist for Transition funded by GVRA. In collaboration with the Georgia ...
Transition Timeline
February 14, 2018
“Toward successful transition: A checklist for the first 21 years.”
2017 Disability Employment and Inclusion Awards
February 14, 2018
“Two Nebraska VR partners received awards for their role in creating inclusive workplaces and advocacy for disability employment during a ceremony October 10 at the State Capitol.”
“One Door, Many Paths” a WIOA Partner’s Workshop
February 14, 2018
~~“The One Door Many Paths Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Summit will be held May 21, 2018, at the Sheraton West Des Moines. This is Iowa's second jointly facilitated event by Iowa Workforce Development, the Iowa Department of ...
Transition Services
February 14, 2018
~~“Transition services are designed to assist and prepare a student in special education to move from secondary education to the workplace or to higher education. Heartland AEA consultants assist schools, students and families in making transition ...
Kansas Educator Preparation Program Standards for Secondary Education Unified 6-12
February 15, 2018
~~“The initial Secondary Education Unified 6-12 License will prepare teacher candidates to work with 6th grade through 12th grade learners** to identify those with special needs and to aid in effective support and intervention through collaboration with ...
Kentucky Community Work Transition Program (CWTP)
September 04, 2015
~~“The Community Work Transition Program (CWTP) is a fee-for-service program addressing the VR Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) requirements of providing targeted pre-employment transition services to students and promoting successful ...
Memorandum of Understanding Transition to Employment of Students and Youth with Disabiilities
March 19, 2018
Vision: Through strong interagency collaboration, students with disabilities will exit school with competitive integrated employment and/or a connection to post-secondary education intended to lead to employment.1, Recitals and Purpose1.1. Nationally and in ...
Arkansas Employment First Task Force Final Report
July 28, 2015
"After the Governor signed Executive Order 10-17, the Department of Human Services convened the Employment First Task Force. The Task Force was comprised of representatives from state agencies, provider associations, and advocacy groups. The Task Force ...
Kentucky Educational Collaborative for State Agency Children Resource Guide
September 04, 2015
“This resource book came about because several young people who had lived in parental and foster homes their entire lives realized they were facing life after high school in a nursing facility because of lack of available adult supports in the community ...
Utah Administrative Code Rule R277-705-6: Career Development Credentials
June 13, 2018
“The Utah State Board of Education gave final approval to administrative rule R277-705 Secondary School Completion Diploma in December after a subcommittee of educators and advocates from around the state surveyed stakeholders and recommended the ...
Wisconsin Act 178: Employment First Bill
June 13, 2018
“An Act to create 47.05 of the statutes; relating to: competitive integrated employment of persons with a disability and granting rule-making authority.”
Memorandum of Understanding: Transition to Employment of Students and Youth with Disabilities
June 13, 2018
“Vision: Through strong interagency collaboration, students with disabilities will exit school with competitive integrated employment and/or a connection to post-secondary intended to lead to employment.”
WI Vocational Rehabilitation Transition Services for Students with Disabilities
June 13, 2018
“DVR works with students with disabilities who are transitioning from high school to employment and training. DVR works with the Department of Public Instruction (DPI) and the Department of Health Services (DHS) to help students have a smooth transition ...
WV Department of Education Policy 2520.16: West Virginia Alternate Academic Achievement Standards
June 13, 2018
“West Virginia Alternate Academic Achievement Standards defines the alternate academic achievement standards grades K-12 for students with the most significant cognitive disabilities and provides rigorous and challenging standards to meet the ...
Collaboration Announcement
June 13, 2018
“Nebraska VR (Vocational Rehabilitation) in the Department of Education and the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) in the Department of Health and Human Services have partnered to coordinate employment services for individuals with ...
Education Training and Technical Assistance Project
June 13, 2018
“The Nevada Center for Excellence in Disabilities, in collaboration with the Nevada Department of Education, Office of Special Education, Elementary and Secondary Education, and School Improvement Programs, proposes to coordinate training and technical ...
Collaborative Initiatives across Career and Technical Education, Vocational Rehabilitation and Special Education: Three State/Local Stories
June 13, 2018
“Learning ObjectivesAttendees will gain knowledge of:• predictors and evidence-based and promising practices specific to interagency collaboration across CTE, VR, and SpEd;• effective strategies to build partnerships between CTE, VR, and SpEd; ...
Kentucky DOE ESEA Flexibility Request
September 04, 2015
“The Kentucky State Department of Education’s ESEA flexibility request was approved on February 9, 2012.”
Mastering the Maze: The Special Education Process 1: Referral through IEP Implementation (Draft)
June 14, 2018
~~“Employment/Occupation/Career Goal l (Select or write the most appropriate goal for the student):• Student will reach college and career readiness by potentially earning an industry career credential. • Student will be prepared to ...
Alabama’s Transition Engagement Series #1
June 14, 2018
~~“Alabama’s Transition Engagement Series #1 – Helping Students Achieve Post-School Outcomes: A Handbook for Engaging Secondary Transition Professionals is a handbook designed for Special Education professionals who serve students with ...
Disability Categories
June 14, 2018
~~“Fourteen disabilities have been identified under ECEA. NOTE: Some of these disabilities have sub-menus on the left to sort their information.Those persons from three to twenty-one years of age who, by reason of one or more of the following ...
A Parent’s Guide to Special Education in Connecticut
June 15, 2018
~~“Transitioning from High School to Post-School ActivitiesAt the annual PPT meeting following your child’s fifteenth birthday (or younger, if determined appropriate) you will begin to discuss transition planning from school to adult life. Your ...
Nursing Home Diversion and Transition Program
June 15, 2018
~~“The purpose of this program is to ensure that nursing home placements for DMHAS clients (or DMHAS-eligible clients) are necessary, appropriate, and safe. Preadmission Screening Resident Review (PASRR) is an integral part of the ...
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Two Year Modification
June 15, 2018
~~“Promoting integrated employment in the community as the first and preferred option for individuals with disabilities under the Employment First Florida initiative. FDBS provides training and education on integrated employment to staff and community ...
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Two Year Modification - VR Transition Youth program
June 15, 2018
~~ “The VR Transition Youth program administrator serves as a representative on the State Secondary Transition Interagency Committee. The program administrator works closely with the regional representatives of Project 10: ...
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Two Year Modification - Needs Assessment and Evaluation
June 15, 2018
~~“Needs Assessment and EvaluationA biannual training needs assessment is conducted using information from several sources. These include a formal needs assessment instrument, performance evaluation data, training evaluation sheets obtained from every ...
IEP Team Meeting Facilitation
June 15, 2018
~~“IEP Team Meeting Facilitation is a collaborative dispute prevention and resolution process used when members of an IEP Team agree that the presence of a third party would help facilitate communication and problem solving. IEP Team Meeting ...
Arkansas Department of Career Education Transition Services
July 28, 2015
~Arkansas Rehabilitation Services works to provide opportunities for Rehabilitation counselors and schools to develop partnerships in an effort to prepare high school students with disabilities the knowledge, skills, and abilities to achieve successful ...
Pennsylvania House Bill 1641: Employment First Law
June 22, 2018
“An Act providing for competitive integrated employment in State and county agencies and any entity providing publicly funded education, training, employment and related services and long-term services and supports for working-age Pennsylvanians with a ...
Louisiana Disability Employment Initiative
September 05, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for youth and adults with disabilities who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving ...
Arkansas Department of Career Education Arkansas Rehabilitation Services Division “Fiscal Year 2015 State Plan For the Vocational Rehabilitation Services and Supported Employment Services Programs”
July 28, 2015
ARS [Arkansas Rehabilitation Services] collaborates and coordinates services with federal, state and local agencies that contribute to the vocational rehabilitation and independent living of Arkansans with disabilities. ARS cooperates with agencies in ...
Engage Alabama: Secondary Transition Best Practices for Positive Student Outcomes
October 18, 2018
~~The objectives of this presentation are: “Provide participants with a brief overview of the letter and spirit of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) as it applies to transition. Demonstrate the use of transition ...
Information on the Formal Interagency Agreement with the State Educational Agency
October 18, 2018
~~DEED’s Special Education Unit and DVR have an interagency agreement that is designed to facilitate the transition of students with disabilities from receipt of educational services in school to the receipt of vocational rehabilitation ...
Getting a Higher Education: The Details
October 19, 2018
~~If you need special supports or accommodations to succeed while you are in high school, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requires that a well thought-out Individualized Education Program (IEP) be developed and updated yearly. The ...
Special Populations Program Summary
October 19, 2018
~~“This page discusses career technical education for special populations as defined by the federal Perkins Vocational and Technical Education Act. PurposeTo assure accountability for services to special populations, including students pursuing ...
Charting a Course for the Future - A Transition Toolkit
October 19, 2018
~~In order to improve outcomes for youth with disabilities, transition services requirements were included in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA P.L. 101-476). The basic purpose of including transition components in the legislation is ...
Secondary Transition Resources for Special Education Students
October 19, 2018
~~This page is a collection of links to materials about secondary transition The categories are:Community-Based Transition Services (18-21) Guidance DocumentsIEPs - Checklists, Goals & Objectives, RubricsSecondary Transition Reports
Louisiana's ESEA Flexibility Request
September 05, 2015
“By submitting this flexibility request, the SEA requests flexibility through waivers of the ten ESEA requirements listed below and their associated regulatory, administrative, and reporting requirements by checking each of the boxes below. The ...
Project Search
October 22, 2018
~~Project SEARCH was originally launched in 1996 at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. Designed to prepare young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities for competitive employment, this one-year “school- to-work” ...
Secondary Transition
October 22, 2018
~~“The term “transition services” or “transition planning” means a coordinated set of activities for a child with a disability that:•Is designed to be within a results-oriented process, that is focused on improving the ...
2018 Idaho Transition Institute
October 22, 2018
~~The 2018 Idaho Transition Institute serves as a powerful opportunity for school district and charter teams to connect with partnering Idaho agencies and higher education offering transition resources and experiences to students with disabilities. With an ...
Special Education Programs Indicator 13: Secondary Transition
October 23, 2018
~~This page has information on Secondary Transition and Indicator13 from the SPP/APR including links to a webinar series, FAQs, and Evidence Based Practices.
Graduation Pathways Policy Guidance
October 23, 2018
~~How will accommodations be provided for students with disabilities (e.g., IEPs and 504 plans)?The student’s IEP must include appropriate accommodations and related services and supplementary aids and services to help the student meet all Pathway ...
New Hampshire ESEA Flexibility Approval
September 08, 2015
The New Hampshire Department of Education's ESEA flexibility request was approved on June 26, 2013.
Secondary Transition and Workforce Development for Students with Disabilities
October 23, 2018
~~“Federal and State RequirementsIn Ohio, students with disabilities ages 14 or younger, if appropriate, formally enter into the secondary transition planning process. A truly successful transition process is the result of comprehensive planning that is ...
Special Education Technical Assistance
October 24, 2018
~~“Welcome to the OSDE-SES Technical Assistance page. This page provides access to handbooks, manuals, and guides related to special education services, self assessment tools, and a link to the special education staffing page.”
Secondary Transition
October 24, 2018
~~“Transition services are crucial in supporting students as they plan for post-school goals. Transition plans assist students in meeting their post-school goals, such as: gainful employment, post-secondary education or training, independent living, ...
Transition Tools
October 24, 2018
~~These resources can provide specific information to assist in the transition of students with disabilities from school to work or to higher education.TAGG Flyer - Transition Assessment and Goal Generator - A new online transition assessment for high school ...
New Jersey Governor’s Employment First Declaration
September 08, 2015
~~“Recognizing the opportunity for New Jersey to improve employment statistics by increasing the number of people with disabilities in the general workforce, Governor Christie declared New Jersey an “Employment First” state on April ...
Frequently Asked Questions Resource for schools Requesting Approval for a CTE Program
October 25, 2018
~~“This resource offers expanded information to school administrators who are completing the application required to offer a career and technical education (CTE) program”
Transition Services
October 25, 2018
~~“Transition services means a coordinated set of activities for a child with a disability that —(1) Is designed to be within a results oriented process that is focused on improving the academic and functional achievement of the child with a ...
RHODE ISLAND INITIATIVES 2018-19
October 25, 2018
~~“It is the policy of the RI Department of Education to support and promote practices in local education agencies and with partner agencies that support students with intellectual/developmental disabilities in exiting the public education system to ...
College & Career: Exploration and Preparation Building the Talent Pipeline in South Carolina
October 26, 2018
~~Want to know what business industry clusters are most widely available or needed in your region of the state? Search and explore essential business industry information for each region of South Carolina: Upstate, Central, Pee Dee, and South Coast. Each ...
Fiscal Year 2017 Monitoring Report on the Michigan Rehabilitation Services Vocational Rehabilitation and Supported Employment Programs
November 01, 2018
~~“Through implementation of this focus area, RSA assessed the achievement of quality employment outcomes by individuals with disabilities served in the VR program by conducting an in-depth and integrated analysis of core VR program data and review of ...
Nebraska VR Joins Broad Effort to Observe National Disability Employment Awareness Month
November 02, 2018
~~“Nebraska VR today announced its participation in National Disability Employment Awareness Month, an annual awareness campaign that takes place each October. The purpose of National Disability Employment Awareness Month that traces back to 1945 is to ...
Agencies- Transition Services Liaison Project
November 05, 2018
Transition services are a coordinated set of activities for a child with a disability, based on the individual child’s needs, taking into account the child’s strengths, preferences and interests; and designed to be within a results-oriented ...
Division of Career and Technical Education
November 05, 2018
~~The goal of the South Dakota Department of Education is for all students to graduate college, career and become life ready. The Division of Career and Technical Education (DCTE) provides support for students’ preparations for postsecondary education ...
TN Special Education: Secondary Transition
November 05, 2018
~~The department encourages districts to prepare all students for Career and College Readiness. The programs, resources, and services included in these guidelines demonstrate best practices in serving Students with Disabilities as they transition from ...
Secondary Transition Guidance
November 06, 2018
~~“On this page you will find information about transition from school settings to post-school settings. This transition process should begin as early as possible but formally begins when a student with a disability turns 16 (19 TAC ...
Special Education School to Post-School Transition
November 06, 2018
~~This is a page of resources including Assessments, Regulations, Guidelines, IEP and other topics
Utah Administrative Code Rule R539-9. State Supported Employment Program
November 06, 2018
~~“The purpose of this rule is to provide:(a) procedures and standards for the determination of eligibility for the Division's state supported employment program for Persons on the Division's Waiting List as specified in R539-2-4.(2) This rule ...
Training Options after High School
November 06, 2018
~~With support from teachers, adult agencies and families students may start or continue training after high school. Students receiving special education services participate in the development of postsecondary training goals in their transition IEPs by age ...
Secondary Transition: Consent for Inviting Participating Agency Representatives
November 06, 2018
~~“Are school personnel required to obtain written consent from the parent to invite a participating agency representative to an IEP meeting before they invite the agency representative?Yes, the local school division must acquire written consent from ...
New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities (2012-2017) Five-Year Planning Goals
September 08, 2015
Goal: Advance New Jersey’s practices/performance as an Employment First state considering all individuals with developmental disabilities.Implementation Targets:• Evaluate New Jersey’s Employment First policies and practices compared to best ...
Planning the Future for Students with Disabilities
November 07, 2018
~~“This guide is intended to provide information that is applicable to “most” young adults. However, individual needs, developmental levels and circumstances vary. Parental/guardian involvement and young adults’ input is highly ...
Transition Readiness Grant Program
November 07, 2018
~~“Thirty-seven school districts across Wisconsin will receive funding through the Transition Readiness Grant Program starting this month. Based on Wisconsin’s Let’s Get to Work grant project, the program was created in order to strengthen ...
Secondary Transition
November 08, 2018
~~‘The UW ECHO in Secondary Transitions network will be discontinued for the 2019 – 2020 academic year.Recorded sessions are available through WyoLearn."
New Jersey Five-Year Career and Technical Education State Plan
September 08, 2015
”The OCTE will work collaboratively with the NJDOE Division of Student Services, Office of Special Education Programs, to ensure that people with disabilities are an integral part of the labor force in New Jersey and are active and valuable participants ...
Office of Special Education Transition Requirements – NJ Administrative Code 6A-14
September 08, 2015
(34) Transition services. The term "transition services" means a coordinated set of activities for a child with a disability that— (A) is designed to be within a results-oriented process, that is focused on improving the academic and ...
Secondary Transition Planning “Compliance”
May 08, 2019
~“Resources and guidelines for educators, parents and agencies that will assist transition age youth develop transition plans that comply with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) are available on the Department of Education’s ...
922 Children with Disabilities Subpart A, Purposes and Definitions
May 09, 2019
~~“Transition Services” means a coordinated set of activities for a child with a disability that is designed to be within a results oriented process, that is focused on improving the academic and functional achievement of the child with a ...
923 Children with Disabilities Subpart B General Duties and Eligibility of Agencies
May 09, 2019
~~“10.0 Program Options; Vocational and Career Technical Programs and Services10.1 Each public agency shall ensure children with disabilities have available to them the variety of educational programs and services available to nondisabled children in ...
PIPEline to Career Success for SWD 1 PIPEline to Career Success for Students with Disabilities
May 09, 2019
~~“A collaboration of Delaware state agencies and national organizations that serve SWD will modify a proven change process to increase positive educational and employment outcomes for SWD to address these disparities. The National Alliance for ...
Special Education Services and Supports
May 09, 2019
~~“The Georgia Department of Education (Division for Special Education Services and Supports) provides necessary infrastructure and supports for leaders, teachers, and families to meet the whole child needs of each student improving student outcomes and ...
Technical Assistance for Transition
May 09, 2019
~~This page is a list of materials about “Technical Assistance for Transition includes topics such as Transition Compliance, Transition Planning, IEP Development, and topics related to transition andimprovement activities.”
How the Indiana Office of Special Education Makes Determinations Under the Results Driven Accountability and Differentiated Support System
May 10, 2019
~“IDEA 2004 requires states to make annual “Determinations” on the performance of each Local Education Agency in implementing the requirements and purposes of the IDEA 2004, with regard to the provision of special education and related ...
Making a smooth transition: Life after high school
May 10, 2019
~The Iowa Department of Education published an online article: “Making a smooth transition: Life after high school” The article describes work-based learning opportunities available through the Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services (IVRS) with ...
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY GUIDLINES FOR KENTUCKY SCHOOLS
May 13, 2019
~~“The purpose of this document is to assist teachers and administrators in identifying and meeting student needs for assistive technology as provided by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and to offer specific directions on ...
Working with Exceptional Children in CTE
May 13, 2019
~~‘The Office of Career and Technical Education collaborates with the Office of Teaching and Learning to ensure we have strategies that help us uphold our Mission for all students.Exceptional Children include Special Needs, English Learners, Gifted and ...
DiscoverAbility NJ
September 08, 2015
DiscoverAbility NJ is a living document that was built upon the state's longstanding efforts to improve the labor market participation of people with disabilities. At the same time it included contemporary thinking about what is needed to increase their ...
Transition Resources
May 13, 2019
~~“This page contains information and resources which may prove helpful as districts and parents work together to develop meaningful transition plans for students with severe disabilities.”
Special Education Services
May 13, 2019
~~“Welcome to the Division of IDEA implementation and Preschool. This site includes information on all aspects of special education programs in public schools. We welcome your comments and suggestions. If you need further ...
Guidance for IEP Teams on Participation Decisions for the Maine’s Alternate Assessments “Participation Decision Flowchart”
May 13, 2019
~~The Dept. of Education issued guidance on alternative assessments. Options are described and available at its website.
Massachusetts ESSA Plan: Executive Summary (Word document)
May 14, 2019
~~“ESE seeks to ensure that all Massachusetts students are prepared for success after high school. To attain this goal, we have been working to provide individuals with the requisite knowledge, skills, and experiences in the academic, workplace ...
Supports for Students with Disabilities
May 14, 2019
~~“Many offices, agencies, and organizations outside of the Office of Special Education (OSE) work with families and schools to support students with disabilities.”This site has links to a variety of services including Assistive Technology and ...
Perkins V Legislation (Federal)
May 14, 2019
~~“The Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act, also known as Perkins V, was signed into law by President Trump on July 31, 2018, and goes into effect July 1, 2019. Perkins V provides the charge and funding to support ...
Access to Career Technical Education for Students with a Disability (ACTE-SPED) aid
May 14, 2019
~~“Access to Career Technical Education for Students with a Disability (ACTE-SPED) aid is designed for students who require curriculum modifications and special equipment to participate in state-approved Career Technical Education (CTE) work-based ...
Graduation Requirements for Students in Missouri Public Schools
May 15, 2019
~~“Off-Campus InstructionMany students who are juniors and seniors in high school can benefit from authentic school-directed and supervised paid or unpaid learning experiences through assignment to off-campus locations under cooperative arrangements ...
New Jersey ESEA Flexibility Request Approval
September 08, 2015
The New Jersey State Department of Education’s ESEA flexibility request was approved on February 9, 2012.
Nebraska VR & Project SEARCH
May 15, 2019
~~“Nebraska VR works with schools and other organizations across the state to help students plan for the future and prepare for careers that match their skills, abilities, and interests.To meet the employment needs of students with disabilities, ...
Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act – Perkins V
May 15, 2019
~~“Perkins V is largely based on the structure and content of current law but makes some key changes that will impact the ...
Title I-D Guidance Document
May 15, 2019
~~“Subpart 1(Section 1414) State Agency ApplicationsAny State agency that desires to receive funds to carry out a program under this subpart shall submit an application to the State educational agency that:……provides an assurance that the ...
ALTERNATIVE DIPLOMA COMPUTER EDUCATION AND TECHNOLOGY GUIDANCE
May 15, 2019
~~“The Nevada Department of Education’s Office of Special Education recognizes that students with significant cognitive disabilities (SCD) represent a broad diversity of abilities ...
PROJECT SEARCH SEACOAST NEW HAMPSHIRE
May 16, 2019
~~“Combining classroom instruction, career exploration, on-the-job training and support, Project SEARCH Seacoast NH helps students gain employment in the community by providing real-life work experience and teaching independent living skills. Classroom ...
Dare to Dream in 2019 High School Student Leadership Conference
May 16, 2019
~~“The New Jersey Department of Education, Office of Special Education is sponsoring regional Dare to Dream Student Leadership conferences that highlight strategies and information to prepare high school students with disabilities for college and career ...
Program Description Handbook 2018-19 “Integrated Employment”
May 16, 2019
~~“Through the passage of Chapter 515 of the Laws of 1992, integrated employment, including supported employment, is implemented through a collaborative interagency process. This legislation designated Vocational and Educational Services for ...
New York State Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Combined State Plan
May 16, 2019
~~“The Federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) requires states to submit a 4-year Combined Plan to receive funding for the six WIOA core programs: Adult; Dislocated Worker; Youth; Wagner Peyser Employment; Adult Education and Literacy; ...
Exceptional Children
May 16, 2019
~~“The mission of the Exceptional Children Division is to ensure that students with disabilities develop intellectually, physically, emotionally, and vocationally through the provision of an appropriate individualized education program in the least ...
Special Education
May 17, 2019
~~“The Oklahoma State Department of Education, Special Education Services (OSDE-SES) is committed to providing guidance and support in order to promote excellence in education from infancy to adulthood for children with disabilities as outlined in the ...
PAsmart Grants Frame work Principles and Funding Priorities
May 20, 2019
~~“Expected Outcomes: PAsmart grants for K-12 CS and STEM education and professional development initiatives may support the following activities that:•Create or expand high-quality CS and STEM courses to ...
Transition Planning
May 20, 2019
~~This page has a collection of material to help with Secondary Transition
High School Transition for Students with Disabilities
May 20, 2019
~~“Transition services are a coordinated set of activities for a child with a disability, based on the individual child’s needs, taking into account the child’s strengths, preferences and interests; and designed to be within a ...
TSLP Employment
May 20, 2019
~~“Transition services are best delivered in a framework where there is coordination between education and VR that actively involve the student and family and are focused on the outcome. The following transition services known as Pre-Employment ...
Tennessee Board of Education “High School Policy”
May 20, 2019
~~“At age fourteen (14) or prior to the ninth (9th) grade, all students, including students with an Individualized Education Program (IEP), shall ...
S.B. 748: Modernizing Transition Planning
May 20, 2019
~~This is a presentation on the current state of Transition in the Texas Education Agency. Topics include: Senate Bill 748 (85th Texas Legislature) Current Statutes Amended Responsibilities What is “Appropriate?” Supported ...
Special Education: School to Post-School Transition
May 20, 2019
~~This is a collection of material on different aspects of the Transition process including: Assessment, Regulation, IEP, Resources and Conferences among other topics
Utah Program Improvement Planning System 2018–2019 MANUAL
May 20, 2019
~~“Goal Statement 9:All students with disabilities, beginning at age 14, or earlier if appropriate, receive individualized, coordinated transition services, designed within an outcome-oriented process that promotes movement from school to post-school ...
Special Education
May 21, 2019
~~“The Agency of Education (AOE) makes sure that federal and Vermont state regulations are followed so that students with disabilities can have access to a free and appropriate public education (FAPE).”
Special Education Resources
May 21, 2019
~~“Secondary Transition PlanningPersonalized Learning and Transition Planning Module Series, a professional learning opportunity presented by Lee Ann Jung and Lead InclusionIn this 5 module series participants will identify and explore the implications ...
Special Education Requirements Under the Workforce Innovations and Opportunity Act (WIOA)
May 21, 2019
~~” This memorandum will address certain school division responsibilities under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), a federal law that reauthorized the Workforce Investment Act of 1998. In general, it enhances the Virginia ...
Review of Virginia’s Plan to Increase Employment First Plan: FY 2016-FY2018-Goals, Strategies, and Action Items
May 21, 2019
~~“DBHDS, with the input of the E1AG (formerly the SELN-VA Advisory Committee) has revised the FY16-FY18 plan to increase employment opportunities. It was provided with the Status Report as of 6/30/18. The Plan includes five goal areas each of which has ...
2017 Wisconsin Act 178: Increasing Competitive Integrated Employment Outcomes
May 21, 2019
~~“2017 Wisconsin Act 178 requires DVR, DHS, and DPI to collaborate, with the input of stakeholders, in the development of a joint plan to increase CIE. This plan establishes performance improvement targets, describing ...
Transition Readiness Grant Application Evidence-Based Practices Fund
May 22, 2019
~~“The Transition Readiness Grant program was established in FY 19 to assist districts and charter schools under Wis. Stat. § 118.40(2r) and (2x) in expanding capacity ...
NY State Plan for VR Services and Supplement for Supported Employment Services Program (Attachment 4.8(b)(2))
September 08, 2015
Goal 1.1.A Youth: Increase the percentage of youth with disabilities (applicants prior to age 22) exiting the VR Program after receiving services that achieve an employment outcome and exceed the national standard of 55.8 percent. Baseline FFY ...
2019 Transition Conference & Directors' Institute - Phoenix, AZ
September 25, 2019
~~“The Arizona Department of Education, Exceptional Student Services is pleased to present the opening of registration for Arizona’s Annual Transition Conference, Building Success: One Transition at a Time, and the Arizona Directors’ ...
California CIE: Blueprint for Change
September 25, 2019
~~“The California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR), California Department of Education (CDE), and California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) have entered into a new agreement consistent with the State’s “Employment ...
DRAFT 2019–20 California State Transition Plan for Career Technical Education
September 25, 2019
~~ “California is dedicated to the belief that all students can learn and that students with disabilities and English Learners must be guaranteed equal opportunity to access career pathways programs to realize their greatest potential. Through statewide ...
Special Education Fiscal Advisory Committee (SEFAC)
September 26, 2019
~~“SEFAC was established in 2006 by House Bill 06-1375 and is the Special Education Fiscal Advisory Committee. The committee is charged with the allocation of an annual appropriation, currently $4 million. The committee has the discretion to ...
First Annual Deaf and Hard of Hearing Transforming Transition Conference
September 26, 2019
~~“In order for Deaf and Hard of Hearing adolescents to graduate feeling confident in their future goals, supported, and self-determined to pursue next steps as productive young adults, a collaborative strategic individualized transition plan is ...
Resources for Eligibility and Guidance (SLD)
September 26, 2019
~~This page has links to a variety of materials including technical assistance, “Guidelines for Identifying Students with Specific Learning Disabilities”, and IEP forms.
Planning and Placement Team (PPT) Process and Individualized Education Program (IEP) Forms
September 26, 2019
~~This page has links to the IEP Guide and other documents to assist in the IEP process.
Individualized Education Program (IEP)
September 26, 2019
~~“An Individualized Education Program is a process that outlines the learning goals for a student with disabilities and the services a school must provide the student in order to meet those goals. This process is recorded in written form on the ...
McKay Scholarship Program FAQs
September 26, 2019
~~“The McKay Scholarships for Students with Disabilities Program, originally created in 1999, provides scholarships for eligible students with disabilities to attend an eligible public or private school of their choice. Students with disabilities ...
Approval of Florida’s Carl D. Perkins V Transition Plan
September 26, 2019
~~“Florida is submitting this transition plan for the Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act (Perkins V). The transition plan covers the program year July 1, 2019 – June 30, 2020 and represents an agreement between ...
Hawaii’s IDEA Part B Profile
September 27, 2019
~~“The U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) has created an IDEA Part B Profile for Hawaii that provides a resource for IDEA-related, State-specific information. Hawai‘i's state profile ...
Individualized Education Program
September 27, 2019
~~ “An IEP is a written statement about the educational program for a child with a disability. It serves as a management tool used to ensure that the child receives the needed special education and related services. It also serves as an evaluation ...
Conducting an IEP Meeting
September 27, 2019
~~This document gives guidance in how to prepare and conduct IEP meetings
“Idaho IEP Guidance Handbook” State Department of Education
September 27, 2019
~~“Secondary Transition PlanningIn order to best meet IDEA and to prepare our students for post-secondary education, training, employment and independent living, transition plans must be in place before a student’s 16th birthday. This ...
Transition Portfolio Guidance 2019-2020
September 27, 2019
~~“This document provides guidance for the development of a student portfolio which may serve as the “Summary of Performance” under 511 IAC 7-43-7 of the Indiana Special Education Rule, Article 7. The Summary of Performance is ...
Indiana Certificate of Completion
September 27, 2019
~~“The Course of Study for the Certificate of Completion is a framework for aligning curriculum to grade level standards while meeting the individual goals and transition needs stated in the student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP).”
Reevaluation Questions
September 27, 2019
~~“The Reevaluation questions related to school to work transition were developed to ensure that the IEP team has discussed and considered all necessary information in order to make a good decision regarding the continued eligibility of the ...
Due Process Considerations for IEP Teams
September 27, 2019
~~“The following Due Process issues need to be considered by IEP teams:• Meeting Notice• Procedural Safeguards• Transfer of Rights• Prior Written Notice• What to do if parents want to file a ...
Transition Resources
September 27, 2019
~~This page at the Iowa Department of Vocational Rehabilitation website has links to information such as the IVRS Transition Brochure, the Department of Education Memorandum of Agreement, Pre-ETS Transition Services and others.
Special Education Reimbursement Guide State Categorical Aid
September 27, 2019
~~“Categorical aid helps with the cost of implementing Individualized Education Program(IEP)services over and above the regular education that all students are entitled to receive. All expenditures claimed for reimbursement under categorical aid must ...
Special Education Forms - Due Process
September 27, 2019
~~“This page contains downloads to special education forms commonly used by local school districts to document due process and implementation of appropriate programs…Included are state approved forms for the Referral, Consents, Individual ...
Accessibility
September 27, 2019
~~“The Kentucky Department of Education is committed to making its electronic and information technologies accessible to individuals with disabilities by meeting or exceeding the requirements of Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act (29 U.S.C. 794d), as ...
Individualized Education Program (IEP)
September 27, 2019
~~“Some students with disabilities ages 3-21 may require special education and related services to meet their unique needs and to support them in attaining both their short and long term educational goals. These services are governed by federal ...
Special Education Laws & Regulations
September 30, 2019
~~This page has information and links for state and federal regulations
Annual Maryland Transition Conference 2019
September 30, 2019
~~“Help us celebrate the partnerships between public vocational rehabilitation, community organizations, and the Maryland workforce partners that create successful outcomes for Marylanders with disabilities who want to work.Mark your calendars for ...
IDEA Equitable Services for Students with Disabilities Enrolled by Their Parents in Private Schools
September 30, 2019
~~This page is a list of resources, sample documents and other materials to help parents of students with disabilities.
Grants and Other Financial Assistance Programs: FY2020
September 30, 2019
~~“Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Federal Special Education Entitlement Grant Fund Codes: 240Purpose: Within the articulated priority of Results-Driven Accountability by the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Special ...
Special Education Reevaluation Process
September 30, 2019
~~“A student’s special education needs may change throughout the course of their educational career, and the reevaluation process is developed to assess these evolving needs. A district must ensure a reevaluation of each student with a disability ...
NY Partnerships in Employment - University of Rochester
September 09, 2015
~~“A State and Regional Consortia will be created to engage in systems change efforts that contribute to the following 1) developing policies that support competitive employment integrated settings as the first and desired outcome for youth and young ...
Special Education
October 01, 2019
“Special Education is charged with providing oversight and implementation of federal and state laws that ensure a free appropriate public education for all children and youth with disabilities in New Hampshire. Given this charge, the Mission of the ...
New York State Perkins V Transition Plan: 2019-201NY State Perkins V Transition Plan for 2019-2020
October 01, 2019
~~“New York State provides a comprehensive set of accommodations to ensure that Students with Disabilities and/or English Language Learners/Multilingual Learners (ELLs/MLLs) will have an equitable opportunity to participate in CTE. New York ...
Policies Governing Services for Children with Disabilities
October 01, 2019
~~“Transition services means a coordinated set of activities for a child with a disability that-- (1)Is designed to be within a results-oriented process, that is focused on improving the academic and functional achievement of the child with a disability ...
Secondary Transition for Students with Disabilities Modules
October 01, 2019
~~“Based on the Taxonomy for Transition Programming 2.0[1], the Modules provide evidence-based practices that can help you move your students toward their postsecondary goals in education/training, competitive integrated employmentThe targeted audience ...
Special Education Report Cards School District Technical Manual 2017-2018
October 02, 2019
~~“The School District Technical Manual provides information about how data are collected and calculated for the Oregon 2017-2018 Special Education Report Cards scheduled to be released on April 4, 2019. The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act ...
Transition Services Professional Development Support Center
September 09, 2015
~~‘The K. Lisa Yang & Hock E. Tan Institute at Cornell University is under contract as the Professional Development Support Center (PDSC) for New York State from 2015-2020. Federal and New York State law mandates school districts to provide students ...
Data and Technology (D&T)
October 02, 2019
~~“Data and Technology (D&T) is responsible for collecting and managing all programmatic data required by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) as well as other federal and state laws and regulations relating to the provision of ...
2019 INDIVIDUAL EDUCATION PLAN (IEP) WORKSHOPS
October 02, 2019
~~This page has information on the different IEP training classes with the dates and locations.
New York ESEA Flexibility Approval
September 09, 2015
The New York State Education Department’s ESEA flexibility request was approved on May 29, 2012.
Section 504 Resources
October 03, 2019
~~This page has links to materials for students, parents or guardians about the transition process, IEP and 504 procedures
Special Education: Disability Specific Information
October 03, 2019
~~This page has links to various services and information related to disabilities.
Handbook for Educators of English Learners with Suspected Disabilities
October 03, 2019
~~“The purpose of the Handbook for Educators of English Learners with Suspected Disabilities is to provide school divisions with guidance on a multi-step process to appropriately identify and evaluate ELs who may have a disability for possible ...
Facilitated Individualized Education Program (FIEP) Procedures: A Guide for Families and Districts
October 04, 2019
~~“A Facilitated Individualized Education Program (FIEP) Team meeting is a student focused process designed to help the IEP Team overcome the pressures and challenges of a potentially contentious meeting. The facilitator makes no educational decisions ...
Low Incident Disabilities
October 04, 2019
~~This page has a section of “West Virginia VI Resources” to connect the families of students with disabilities to “local, state and national resources”
Extended School Year (ESY) and Permissive Summer School
October 04, 2019
~~“ESY services are required special education and related services provided beyond the limits of the school term, in accordance with the child's IEP, and at no cost to the parents. These services are necessary in order to provide a free appropriate ...
Sample IEP Forms Revision
October 04, 2019
~~“we recently released DPI Model Special Education Forms changes for the 2019-20 school year. Updated forms include substantive (district request, law changes, and/or eliminating duplicative information) and non-substantive changes (grammar, pronouns, ...
DPI distributes $1.9 billion to Wisconsin schools
October 04, 2019
~~“The department used $2.3 million in flexible federal funds to bolster $9.4 million in state allocations for this aid program. In addition, Special Education Transition Incentive Grants totaling $3.0 million went to 360 school districts and ...
Arkansas Disability Employment Initiative
July 28, 2015
Project Description: The Arkansas Department of Workforce Services will build upon the success of their Disability Employment Navigator Initiative utilizing multiple models and strategies, including Integrated Resource Teams, customized employment, and ...
SB 158: AN ACT relating to education
May 04, 2020
“(1) (a) The Kentucky Board of Education shall create an accountability system to classify districts and schools in accordance with the academic standards and student assessment program developed pursuant to KRS 158.6453.(b) The accountability system ...
SB 1330 Relating to Extended Employment Services; Amending Title 33, Idaho Code, By the Addition of a New Chapter 62, Title 33, Idaho Code, To Define Terms, To Establish an Extended Employment Services Program, To Provide Eligibility Requirements and To
May 04, 2020
“33-6202. PROGRAM ESTABLISHED. (1) There is hereby established in the board an extended employment services (EES) program for the purpose of increasing employment opportunities for program participants. The program shall be administered by the division. ...
Montana State Approving Agency (SAA) Veterans Education
May 05, 2020
“The State Approving Agency (SAA) was established to ensure that Veterans or eligible dependents can use the GI Bill in an approved educational program. The primary function of the Montana SAA is to review, evaluate, and approve quality educational and ...
Secondary Transition
May 05, 2020
This page is a list of resources with information on Secondary Transition in relation to Special Education.
What is Vocational Rehabilitation? Answers to Frequently Asked Questions about Vocational Rehabilitation services in New Hampshire
May 05, 2020
“At what point does VR Services become involved in the transition process?The Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004 (IDEA) states that transition planning begin no later than the first IEP that is in place by age 16, or younger ...
Next Steps NH
May 05, 2020
“The Next Steps NH project provided professional development and coaching to selected New Hampshire high schools for the purpose of increasing the graduation rate of students with disabilities, and students at risk. This was done through implementing ...
Mississippi Board of Education Strategic Plan
May 05, 2020
“The Mississippi State Board of Education Strategic Plan for 2018-2022 sets the roadmap for changing the trajectory of public education in Mississippi. The plan describes the objectives and strategies the Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) ...
Secondary Transition Model
May 05, 2020
This page has a list of links to the following topics:Student DevelopmentStudent-Focused PlanningProgram StructureFamily EngagementCollaboration
State of Mississippi Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act DRAFT Mississippi 2020 WIOA Combined Plan
May 05, 2020
“Under WIOA customized employment is included in the definition of supported employment and VR is including it as a VR service that the SE client can choose to include in his/her IPE. Therefore, VR is expanding customized employment training to the ...
Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education Resources by Disability Category
May 05, 2020
This page has a list of effective practices by disability category that link to information to include eligibility and other information, and state and national resources for individuals and their families.
An Order Transferring the Tennessee Early Intervention System from the Department of Education to the Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
May 06, 2020
“WHEREAS, the Tennessee Early Intervention System (hereinafter "TEIS") is a voluntary educational program for infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families that is designed to support, facilitate, and encourage the child's ...
Executive Order No. 2019-39 South Carolina State Community Engagement Implementation Task Force
May 06, 2020
“WHEREAS, numerous state and federal public assistance programs currently provide support to individuals seeking education and employment, including Unemployment Insurance (“UI”), Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program ...
Educational Development Plan (EDP) Fact Sheet
May 06, 2020
“Educational Development Plans (EDPs) are plans created by all students about career goals and action plans for reaching their goals. EDPs help students think about long-term education and career plans before entering high school. By going through this ...
Secondary Transition: Transition Topics
May 06, 2020
This page is a collection of state and federal resources for students and families to help with the transition process after high school.
STAR Program (Student Transition Activities Record)
July 29, 2020
“For students with disabilities who are 14-21 years old…Under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), Pre-Employment Transition Services must be offered to students with disabilities without requiring them to apply for, or be ...
Arkansas Employment First Task Force Training Recommendations
July 28, 2015
The Final Report of the Employment First Task Force included a number of recommendations related to training, including:Recommendation 1: Provide training on disability employment to State agency and provider agency staff.State agencies should offer three ...
North Carolina ESEA Flexibility Request Approval
September 09, 2015
The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction’s ESEA flexibility request was approved on May 29, 2012.
North Dakota Senate Bill No. 2271
September 09, 2015
Legislation signed into law in April 2013, establishing a Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities, for furthering the goal of employment as the first option for people with disabilities.
ND State Rehabilitation Council
September 09, 2015
“The purpose of the North Dakota State Rehabilitation Council is to advise the Director of North Dakota Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) on issues concerning policy and program, delivery of services, and methods for reaching potential ...
South Carolina ESEA Flexibility Request
September 09, 2015
“South Carolina’s college and career readiness aspirations extend to all students, including those who need additional support and consideration because English is not their first language or due to a disability. To help ensure that we effectively ...
Ohio Employment First Executive Order
September 10, 2015
~~“Governor John Kasich officially launched Ohio’s Employment First Initiative when he signed Executive Order 2012-05K on March 19, 2012. The Executive Order established statewide collaboration and coordination by creating the Employment First ...
Ohio's Path to Employment First
September 10, 2015
“Successful implementation of Employment First requires a multi-pronged approach and a long-term commitment to systems change…. A comprehensive approach must focus on key strategies; all designed to work synergistically to impact a service ...
Ohio Employment First Administrative Rule
September 10, 2015
The Administrative Rules assert that, “Community Employment is competitive employment that takes place in an integrated setting;Every individual of working age will have a person-centered planning process to identify their desired employment outcome and ...
Ohio Transition Planning Requirements in IEPs
September 10, 2015
“Transition assessment affords the opportunity for professionals from across agencies to co-plan and review information that will highlight the youth's preferences, interests, needs and skills relevant to building a profile of the youth as a future ...
Ohio - “New Requirements for Secondary Transition Services for Students with Disabilities: Frequently Asked Questions”
September 10, 2015
The New Requirements state that IEPs must start at age 14, update annually and contain,“Appropriate measurable post-secondary goals based upon age-appropriate transition assessments related to training, education and independent living skills; ...
Ohio DD System Requirements
September 10, 2015
“In order to make community employment the expected and preferred outcome for people with developmental disabilities, the Ohio DD system is required to align policies, procedures, eligibility, enrollment, and planning for services across state ...
Ohio Employment First Taskforce Common Principles
September 10, 2015
“The Ohio Employment First Taskforce agencies agree that community employment should be the first option for all working age adults and transition-age youth with developmental disabilities. Employment First is a philosophy of service that presumes that ...
South Dakota's Disability Employment Initiative (DEI)
September 10, 2015
The SDDEI's goal is to improve educational, training and employment opportunities and outcomes for youth with disabilities as a means to economic self-sufficiency. The project has a comprehensive model for improving employment outcomes of youth with ...
SD Advocacy Services
September 10, 2015
~~“What We DoDRSD assists South Dakotans who have a disability and have concerns about their legal rights. DRSD accomplishes this through information and referral, individual advocacy, alternative dispute resolution, and administrative or legal ...
Ohio Employment First Provider Support Trainings
September 10, 2015
Professional development activities are available to providers by the Ohio Employment First Initiative. Trainings include, but are not limited to Mobile Technology as Employment Supports; Task Analysis for Job Coaches; The Role of the Occupational ...
South Dakota's Disability Employment Initiative (DEI)
September 10, 2015
The SDDEI's goal is to improve educational, training and employment opportunities and outcomes for youth with disabilities as a means to economic self-sufficiency. The project has a comprehensive model for improving employment outcomes of youth with ...
Transition Liaison Project
September 10, 2015
~~“The mission of Transition Services Liaison Project (TSLP) is to enable students with disabilities to reach their maximum potential in their transition from high school to the adult world.TSLP staff members provide support and technical assistance to ...
AK Governor’s Council on Disabilities and Special Education
July 29, 2015
Alaska' unique geographical area with a relatively small population requires a management system tailored to meet the needs of Alaskans. The Governor's Council on Disabilities & Special Education was created to meet Alaska's diverse needs. The ...
Ohio ESEA Flexibility Request
September 10, 2015
“By submitting this updated ESEA flexibility request, the SEA renews its request for flexibility through waivers of the nine ESEA requirements listed below and their associated regulatory, administrative, and reporting requirements, as well as any ...
Alaska Disability Employment Initiative
July 29, 2015
AKDEI will hire five regional Disability Resource Coordinator/EN Counselors and build on the successes of AKDEI 1 and 4 projects to improve employment opportunities and outcomes for youth by expanding access to employment and career pathways that will prepare ...
Zarrow Center for Learning Enrichment at the University of Oklahoma
September 10, 2015
“The Zarrow Center for Learning Enrichment facilitates successful secondary and postsecondary educational, vocational and personal outcomes for students and adults with disabilities. ZC faculty, staff, and students do this through self-determination ...
Expect Employment: TN Employment First Taskforce Report 2014
September 10, 2015
“The Employment First Task Force concluded its first year on August 1, 2014, with the following recommendations:1. Develop a Memorandum of Understanding among state agencies to facilitate coordination among programs and produce successful outcomes for ...
Tennessee Inclusive Higher Education Alliance
September 10, 2015
~~“The Tennessee Inclusive Higher Education Alliance was formed in May 2007 to increase awareness about the need for postsecondary opportunities in Tennessee, to gather information about postsecondary programs in other states, and to develop a pilot ...
The ARC Tennessee
September 10, 2015
~~“ The Arc Tennessee is a grassroots, non-profit, statewide advocacy organization for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. Founded in 1952, The Arc Tennessee is affiliated with The Arc United States and works ...
Tennessee Works
September 10, 2015
“We’re transforming the employment landscape for young people with intellectual and developmental disabilities across the state. Meaningful work. Real pay. Opportunities for every Tennessean with a disability.” “Our partnership is focused on helping: ...
AIDD Partnerships in Employment
September 10, 2015
TennesseeWorks Partnership: Changing the Employment Landscape“The Vanderbilt Kennedy University Center for Excellence in DevelopmentalDisabilities and 28 agencies and organizations will develop a vibrant collaborativeacross the state to increase the ...
AK DHHS Tools for Transitioning to Employment - Powerpoint
July 30, 2015
This tool details information on helping youth transition from school settings into community employment. It also has detailed information about Employment First, including basic Employment First concepts, the benefits of Employment First, and how to ...
Texas 2013 Employment First Bill (S.B 1226)
September 11, 2015
The act establishes an employment-first policy and task force to promote integrated competitive employment opportunities that provide a living wage for individuals with disabilities. The Texas Education Agency and the Texas Workforce Commission will jointly ...
Texas Department of Aging and Disabilities (DADs) Guide to Employment for People with Disabilities
September 11, 2015
“The purpose of this guide is to provide information on how to support and assist working-age people with disabilities who are receiving DADS services to obtain and maintain competitive, integrated employment. Through this guide, DADS intends to provide ...
Texas Employment First Task Force Home Page
September 11, 2015
“The Employment First Task Force, authorized by Senate Bill 1226 (83rd Legislature, Regular Session, 2013), was established by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission executive commissioner to promote competitive employment of people with ...
Texas FY 2015 Plans for Vocational Rehabilitation and Supported Employment Services Programs
September 11, 2015
“The Division for Rehabilitation Services (DRS) recognizes that collaboration with community organizations and other state agencies is essential to achieving successful employment outcomes for consumers with the most significant disabilities. DRS seeks ...
“Texas Transition and Employment Guide”
September 11, 2015
~~“This transition and employment guide is for students in Texas public school, who may have received special education services due to a disability. It also provides helpful information for their parents and has steps that they can take to find the ...
Employment First Task Force Home Page
September 11, 2015
“The Employment First Task Force, authorized by Senate Bill 1226 (83rd Legislature, Regular Session, 2013), was established by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission executive commissioner to promote competitive employment of people with ...
Texas State Plans for VR Services and Supported Employment Services Programs
September 11, 2015
“The Division for Rehabilitation Services (DRS) recognizes that collaboration with community organizations and other state agencies is essential to achieving successful employment outcomes for consumers with the most significant disabilities. DRS seeks ...
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Utah State Board of Education Special Education Rules
September 11, 2015
Transition services is a set of activities that is “designed to be within a results-oriented process, is focused on improving the academic and functional achievement of the student with a disability to facilitate the student’s movement from school ...
Show Me Careers: Missouri's Transition-to-Employment Collaborative
September 11, 2015
“The Show-Me-Careers project targets youth ages 16-30 with I/DD who are transitioning from secondary or post-secondary educational settings to community employment. Show-Me-Careers is funded by the Administration on Intellectual and Developmental ...
MA Department of Education – Transition Specialist Training Requirements
September 11, 2015
Staff who provide employment services must have subject matter knowledge of:“Foundations and implementation of transition education and transition services;”“Individual transition assessment and system evaluation, including conducting, ...
Missouri Transition Coalition
September 11, 2015
Since 2000, the Transition Coalition, located at the University of Kansas, Beach Center on Disability, has been maximizing professional development opportunities for secondary transition and college and career readiness of youth with disabilities.Our ...
Missouri Connections Career Development & Planning Program
September 11, 2015
“Missouri Connections is a comprehensive, online, career development and planning program that is provided free of charge to all Missouri citizens. Funded by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and the Missouri Division ...
Missouri Career Guide
September 11, 2015
“This guide was developed through a partnership of state agencies to help Missourians of all ages, genders, and backgrounds create personal career plans that lead to fulfillment and success.” Partners include Missouri Economic Research and Information ...
Missouri Interagency Transition Team (MITT)
September 11, 2015
“The Missouri Interagency Transition Team (MITT) formed in 2007 by the Office of Special Education at the Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education to increase interagency collaboration at the state, regional, and local levels. ...
Missouri DoE Regional Professional Development Center (RPDC) Consultant
September 11, 2015
Each of the nine regions of Missouri has a Regional Professional Development Center (RPDC) Consultant who specializes in transition. These consultants provide regional and local trainings on Transition Planning and the Updated Form C, Transition Assessment, ...
Maryland Executive Order 01.01.2007.13
September 11, 2015
"It is the policy of the State of Maryland to ensure a smooth and effective transition for all students with disabilities from secondary education to adult services such as postsecondary education and employment; and to provide transition planning for ...
NE VR Public School Partnerships
September 11, 2015
“The purpose of VR’s Partnership with schools is to provide information to educators about Vocational Rehabilitation Programs and help educators and VR staff to better coordinate transition services on the behalf of students with ...
Blueprint for Reform for Individuals with Disabilities
July 31, 2015
“The California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR), California Department of Education (CDE), and California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) have entered into a new agreement consistent with the State's ‘Employment First’ ...
MD Governor’s Interagency Transition Council (IATC)
September 12, 2015
~~The Interagency Transition Council for Youth with Disabilities (IATC) is a partnership of State and local government agencies, educators, family members and advocates. The IATC's purpose is to help improve the policies and practices that affect Maryland ...
Maryland Learning Links - About Us
September 12, 2015
~~“Maryland Learning Links is the Maryland State Department of Education, Division of Early Intervention and Special Education Services’ (DEI/SES) online portal providing educators and leaders with the special education resources, guidance, and ...
Maryland Center for Developmental Disabilities
September 12, 2015
~~“The Maryland Center for Developmental Disabilities is one of a national network of University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities funded by the Administration on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.Our mission is to provide ...
Annual Maryland Transition Conference
September 12, 2015
Sponsored by the Governor's Interagency Transition Council, for Youth with Disabilities. Topics Include:EmploymentPostsecondary EducationAdult Service LinkagesAccommodations & SupportsYouth Development & LeadershipHousing
Maryland Transition Planning Guide
September 12, 2015
"The Maryland State Department of Education Transition Planning Guide focuses on the movement of your child with disabilities from school to appropriate postsecondary outcomes and supports the preparation for moving on to the next stage in life. Not ...
Maryland DoE ESEA Flexibility Waiver
September 12, 2015
“MSDE’s core values of commitment to every student, belief that all students can and must learn, certainty that schools must help students grow, and conviction that the educator evaluation system must be equitable are achieved through ...
The University of Montana Rural Transition & Employment
September 12, 2015
"What We DoSince 2000, we’ve focused several of our projects on customized community employment for youth with significant disabilities. We have developed and implemented unique models of transition planning that continue to evolve as we learn more ...
DEI Grantee Abstracts (CA Round 2)
July 31, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving Social Security ...
CA Employment First Memorandum of Understanding
July 31, 2015
This project will use a multi-faceted approach to apply key elements from high performing states in integrated competitive employment and principles of Collaborative Leadership. A unified value, vision, and expectation for competitive integrated employment ...
WV Memorandum of Understanding between the Division of Rehabilitative Services and Department of Education on Transition
September 12, 2015
“The cooperative agreement shall assure that each student with a disability in the state who needs special education and/or vocational rehabilitation services is promptly identified and the appropriate transition services are made available to the ...
West Virginia Developmental Disabilities Council Five Year State Plan FFY 2017-2021
September 12, 2015
“The West Virginia Council coordinated activities during the Fall of 2015 and Spring of 2016 that encouraged people to provide their views on a wide range of issues affecting people with developmental disabilities and their families. Nearly six hundred ...
California Employment Consortium for Youth
July 31, 2015
“California Employment Consortium for Youth: California was awarded a federal 5-year employment systems change grant by The Administration on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities to increase the number of youth and young adults with intellectual ...
Workforce West Virginia Interagency Collaborative Team Memorandum of Understanding 2016-2017
September 12, 2015
“West Virginia state agencies effectively collaborating to define, build and sustain an integrated comprehensive workforce development system that: Ensures universal access; has the right agency doing the right job; focuses on meeting the customer ...
WV Customized Employment Grant
September 12, 2015
“This funding announcement is intended to provide support to agencies that can work with employers in meeting their needs by finding, maintaining and improving the employment status of individuals with disabilities in competitive employment in ...
MO DoE ESEA Flexibility Request Approval
September 12, 2015
The Missouri Department of Secondary and Elementary Education's ESEA flexibility request was approved on June 29, 2012.
Mississippi Executive Order 1335
September 13, 2015
“Whereas, my administration is committed to supporting policies under which agencies that provide services to persons with disabilities and/or provide employment, economic development, or other related services explore employment in an integrated ...
Mississippi Concurrent Resolution No. 563
September 13, 2015
“State agencies that provide services and support to persons with disabilities shall coordinate efforts and collaborate within and among such agencies to ensure that state programs, policies, procedures and funding support competitive employment in ...
MS Partnerships in Employment
September 13, 2015
“Mississippi Partnerships in Employment (MSPE) will build capacity across existing state systems for sustainable systems change to improve outcomes for youth and young adults with DD/ID seeking competitive employment in integrated settings. The ...
Minnesota Employment First Policy
September 13, 2015
The Employment First Policy envisions a future where all people with disabilities can achieve competitive, integrated employment. Competitive employment means:· Full-time, part-time, or ...
Minnesota’s Olmstead Plan
September 13, 2015
“In January 2013, Governor Mark Dayton issued an Executive Order establishing a Sub-Cabinet to develop and implement a comprehensive plan supporting freedom of choice and opportunity for people with disabilities…The Sub-Cabinet evaluates ...
Minnesota DEI Grant Abstract (Round 5)
September 14, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people with disabilities who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving ...
Oregon Executive Order 15-01 - Providing employment services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
September 14, 2015
Supersedes Executive Order 13-04 “This Executive Order revises and supersedes Executive Order 13-04 in order to provide further policy guidance intended to continue the state’s progress in these areas [providing supported employment services ...
Oregon Integrated Employment Services to Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
September 14, 2015
“Executive Order 15-01 which supersedes Executive Order 13-04 and outlines detailed strategies and requires the Oregon Department of Human Services (Department) to work with the Oregon Department of Education (ODE) to further improve Oregon’s ...
Oregon Employment First – Comprehensive Services Developmental Disabilities Program
September 14, 2015
“Oregon has been successful in developing community-based care and discouraging institutionalization of seniors and the disabled because of their exceptional case management system. Through the case management program, consumers get information and ...
Oregon Department of Human Services Integrated Employment Plan Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (revised 1/31/15)
September 14, 2015
"This Order recognizes the strategic importance of improving the work and economic opportunities of all Oregonians including those with Intellectual and other Developmental Disabilities (I/DD). More specifically, the Order sets forth strategies to be ...
Oregon Memorandum of Understanding on Transition of Students with Disabilities to the Workforce
September 14, 2015
“Together with Executive Order No.15-01, this Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) recognizes that, while the State cannot guarantee jobs, Oregon starts with the presumption that everyone can be employed in an integrated setting in a community-based ...
Oregon Project ACCESS
September 14, 2015
“The purpose of Project Access is to establish, implement, and evaluate a multi-level interagency transition model in the state of Oregon. The overall goal of the project is to improve and extend transition services to a greater number of youth with ...
Vermont Assistive Technology Program
September 14, 2015
“The Mission of the Vermont Assistive Technology Program is to increase awareness and knowledge, and to change policies and practices to ensure assistive technology is available through all services to Vermonters with disabilities.""Our Vision ...
Vermont Assistive Technology Program
September 14, 2015
~~“The Vermont Assistive Technology Program (VATP) is Vermont’s federal AT Act Program. The AT Act programs operate under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services: Administration for Community Living.The AT Act Programs help individuals of ...
The Virginians with Disabilities Act ( 51.5-1) of 1989
September 14, 2015
“ It is the policy of the Commonwealth to encourage and enable persons with disabilities to participate fully and equally in the social and economic life of the Commonwealth and to engage in remunerative employment. To these ends, the General Assembly ...
Virginia 2012 Senate Joint Resolution No. 127
September 14, 2015
“Encouraging the Secretary of Health and Human Resources and the Superintendent of Public Instruction to adopt and implement Employment First practices...” Employment First is defined as a policy is grounded in a framework of increased ...
Virginia 2012 House Joint Resolution No. 23
September 14, 2015
“WHEREAS, implementation of an Employment First initiative in Virginia will lead to increased employment opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, resulting in benefits for individuals, families, employers, and ...
Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services State Board Policy 1036
September 14, 2015
“It is the policy of the Board that in the development and implementation of policies and procedures and the delivery of services, the Department and CSBs shall ensure that community-based individual supported employment in integrated work settings is ...
Virginia Dept of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services Employment First Policy Statement
September 14, 2015
“It is the policy of the Board that in the development and implementation of policies and procedures and the delivery of services, the Department and CSB shall ensure that community-based individual supported employment in integrated work settings is ...
Virginia State Employment Leadership Network
September 14, 2015
Virginia is a part of this multi-state technical assistance collaborative whose aim is to improve integrated employment outcomes for individuals with developmental disabilities. “In 2008, DBHDS joined the State Employment Leadership Network (SELN) ...
Virginia DBHDS: Strategic Plan for Employment First
September 14, 2015
To facilitate interagency collaboration the Strategic Plan for Employment First establishes an Employment First Summit Meeting, which will gather leadership from various department committed to upholding Employment First principles, and orders for the ...
Virginia Disability Employment Initiative (Round One)
September 14, 2015
“The Virginia Community College System, the administrator of the Workforce Investment Act in Virginia, will enter into a Memorandum of Agreement with the Virginia Department of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) to provide co-leadership in order to ...
Virginia - Richmond Customized Employment Project
September 14, 2015
“The grant worked to strengthen the linkages of the Richmond-area One-Stop system with schools, VR, and the Virginia Business Leadership Network, a business-directed group designed to encourage other businesses to hire people with disabilities. The ...
Governor Announces: Pennsylvania Accepted as an Employment First State
September 14, 2015
“The Corbett administration announced that Pennsylvania has been selected to participate in the U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Disability Employment Policy's Employment First State Leadership Mentoring Program. Employment First is a ...
Virginia Department of Education ESEA Flexibility Request
September 14, 2015
“For students with disabilities who have the most intensive support needs, there are two model initiatives supported by the Virginia Department of Education: Project SEARCH and the Post-High School Community College Program. Project SEARCH, a ...
Employment First Maine Coalition
September 14, 2015
Employment First Maine (EFM) is a broad based coalition of individuals with disabilities, families, advocates, providers and state agency representatives committed to improving and enhancing employment outcomes for Maine citizens with disabilities, including ...
Maine Developmental Disabilities Council
September 14, 2015
“The Maine Developmental Disabilities Council (MDDC) is a partnership of people with disabilities, their families, and agencies which identifies barriers to community inclusion, self determination, and independence. The Council acts to effect positive ...
Maine Promoting the Readiness of Minors in Supplemental Security Income (PROMISE) Program
September 14, 2015
“PROMISE is a joint initiative of the US Department of Education, Social Security Administration, US Department of Health and Human Services and US Department of Labor. Under PROMISE, states will be funded to develop and implement model demonstration ...
Access Maine Transition Planning Tool-kit
September 14, 2015
“This guide will serve as an introduction to the world of “Adult Services” and will hopefully answer these questions and more. Our goal is to provide you with information that will address some of your concerns about what it will be like for ...
Connecticut Department of Rehabilitation Services, Bureau of Rehabilitation Services
August 07, 2015
“The State Rehabilitation Council (SRC) is an important partner with the Bureau of Rehabilitation Services (BRS) to help improve employment outcomes for people with disabilities. BRS administers the Title I Vocational Rehabilitation and Title VI ...
Wyoming Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities
September 14, 2015
Wyoming Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities Our purpose is to assure that individuals with developmental disabilities and their families participate in the design of and have access to needed community services, individualized supports ...
Maine Department of Education ESEA Flexibility
September 14, 2015
“The Maine Department of Education's ESEA flexibility request was approved on August 12, 2013 and amended on August 13, 2015."
Connecticut Youth Leadership Project, Inc.
August 10, 2015
“The Connecticut Youth Leadership Program (CTYLP) provides youth and young adults with disabilities with opportunities for self-discovery, the development of self-advocacy, decision making, and problem-solving skills to maximize their leadership ...
Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council – 5 year state plan 2012-2016
September 15, 2015
SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT“With the help of a job coach, who guides and prompts the worker as needed, the worker develops the skills needed for more independent work. Supported employment services may include outreach, case management, assessment, job ...
Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council Five Year State Plan 2012-2016
September 15, 2015
Interagency Efforts around Supportive EmploymentPeer Mentor Pilot- “This pilot has involved the training of 22 individuals with DD to help others with DD to reach their life goals and increase their community involvement and self advocacy. The pilot has ...
MI DoE: Bridging the Special Education Career and Technical Education Divide
September 15, 2015
“The purpose of this white paper is to help secondary school administrators, teachers, and parents coordinate the programmatic requirements of Career and Technical Education (CTE) with those that govern the rights of students in Special Education ...
Michigan ESEA Flexibility Request
September 15, 2015
“The Michigan Department of Education's ESEA flexibility request was approved on July 19, 2012 and amended on August 13, 2015.”
5123.022 OH State Policy Regarding Community Employment for Disabled
September 17, 2015
“It is hereby declared to be the policy of this state that employment services for individuals with developmental disabilities be directed at community employment. Every individual with a developmental disability is presumed capable of community ...
Connecticut Ticket to Work Program
August 10, 2015
~~“Ticket to Work is a Social Security Administration incentive program (https://www.ssa.gov/work/) to help people with disabilities find jobs if they want to go to work.WHAT IS THE TICKET TO WORK PROGRAM?Most Social Security and Supplemental Security ...
Section 53A-24-106.5 Utah Code - Employment first emphasis on the provision of services.
September 17, 2015
Pertaining to the State System of Public Education. “When providing services to a person with a disability under this chapter, the office shall, within funds appropriated by the Legislature and in accordance with the requirements of federal and state ...
Virginia Governor’s Executive Order (Executive Order #55 (2012)) - 11/16/2012
February 17, 2016
“The last United States Census concluded that out of 3.6 million Virginia residents who were employed, 154,985 Virginians with disabilities were included in that total. These numbers indicate an under representation of people with disabilities among the ...
Arkansas Employment First Task Force Final Report
April 07, 2016
Recommendations for FY2012 from the Task Force:Develop online training modules on disability employment, to efficiently train large numbers of State and provider agency staff who work with individuals with disabilities. To be developed in-house by the ...
Arkansas Rehabilitation Services and University of Arkansas PROMISE Partnership
April 07, 2016
Arkansas Rehabilitation Services will focus heavily on transition services by providing job exploration counseling, work base learning experiences, post-secondary training, job readiness skills and self-advocacy,”... “ARS has built a strong ...
Arkansas Department of Career Education Field Services - "Transition Services"
April 07, 2016
~~“ARS Field ServicesServices include career and technical education and training, transition from school to work or postsecondary education, on-the-job training, and ancillary support services that clients may need for successful employment. Anyone who ...
Arkansas Promise
April 08, 2016
Arkansas PROMISE is part of a new program sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to help youth who are receiving disability benefits and their families improve their educational and employment outcomes. This ...
Executive Order 2014-16: Establishing the Governor’s Taskforce on Integrated Employment
April 08, 2016
"…By the authority vested in me as Governor by the Constitution and laws of the State of Nevada, I hereby direct and order:1. The Governor’s Taskforce on Integrated Employment (“Taskforce”) is ...
MN DoE Policy Division Foundation Statement – 2015 Special Education Administration
April 10, 2016
Guiding principles are beliefs and behavioral norms that the division agrees to apply to its professional practice. The Special Education Policy Division guiding principles are to: 1. Provide leadership We provide educational support and guidance to ...
Minnesota State Council on Disability
April 10, 2016
Established in 1973 by the state legislature, the Minnesota State Council on Disability (MSCOD) was created to advise the governor, state agencies, state legislature, and the public on disability issues. Our mission is to advocate for policies and programs in ...
Minnesota DoE ESEA Flexibility Request
April 11, 2016
The Minnesota Department of Education’s ESEA flexibility request was approved on February 9, 2012.
AK Governor’s Council on Disabilities and Special Education
April 11, 2016
Alaska' unique geographical area with a relatively small population requires a management system tailored to meet the needs of Alaskans. The Governor's Council on Disabilities & Special Education was created to meet Alaska's diverse needs. The ...
Alaska Integrated Employment Initiative (AIDD PIE)
April 11, 2016
A consortium of partners consisting of the Governor’s Council on Disabilities and Special Education (lead entity), the Division of Senior and Disabilities Services (State I/DD agency), the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, the Department of ...
Alabama Preparing for Life Transition Planning Guide
April 11, 2016
The Preparing for Life Transition Planning Guide is designed to provide assistance to students, parents, and school personnel as they discuss and plan transition from school to adult life. This planning includes assessment of interests and strengths; setting ...
Alabama Pathways to Employment
April 11, 2016
Pathways to Employment is a collection of stepping stones. These opportunities are housed not in one state agency but in many. To make it easier for families and individuals, they are now all in one place. There is no perfect path. But there are many ...
Alabama VR Transition Services
April 11, 2016
Vocational Rehabilitation Service (VRS) places substantial emphasis on assisting youth with disabilities in the transition from school to post school activities. Transition services are a coordinated set of activities that lead to employment. A ...
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Combined State Plan (July 1, 2016 – June 30, 2020)
April 12, 2016
The State of Tennessee is submitting a Combined State Plan (CSP) in which the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD) is the authorized and signatory entity designated to receive funds under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act ...
Tennessee DIDD “Way2Work”
April 12, 2016
The state also solidified an agreement that addresses some components of WIOA, created more employment vignettes, and named the series of videos: Way2Work
State Plan for the State Vocational Rehabilitation Services Program and State Plan Supplement for the State Supported Employment Services
April 12, 2016
This state plan for FY 2014 mentions interagency arrangements to provide supported employment and customized employment services for people with disabilities, addresses the need for official policy regarding transition aged youth, establishes come goals for ...
Memorandum of Understanding for School-to-Work Transition
April 12, 2016
Five state agencies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to improve services and better prepare youth with disabilities to transition from school into integrated employment in the community. The MOU focuses on students age 14 years and over ...
ASPIRE South Dakota
April 12, 2016
ASPIRE (Achieving Success by Promoting Readiness for Education and Employment) is a six state consortium that includes Arizona, Colorado, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota and Utah. Led by the Utah State Office of Rehabilitation, the goals of ...
MO Adult Learning/Rehabilitation Services - VR Providers
April 12, 2016
This website provides information on Missouri Vocational Rehabilitation services for people with disabilities with links to important, relevant resources.
Missouri Business Associated Student Education (BASE) Project
April 12, 2016
The BASE Project located in Springfield, Missouri stands for Business Associated Student Education. It is a partnership with Springfield Public Schools and St. John's Health System, Cox Health System, Doctor's Hospital, Evangel University, and ...
Missouri Transition Resource Toolkit
April 12, 2016
This toolkit has been developed by an ad hoc team comprised of a small representation of individuals from across the state working in Centers for Independent Living (CIL), Local Education Agencies (LEA) and Vocational Rehabilitation (VR). The goal was to ...
Missouri Connections - Career Development & Planning Program
April 12, 2016
Missouri Connections is a comprehensive, online, career development and planning program that is provided free of charge to all Missouri citizens. Funded by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and the Missouri Division of Workforce ...
Missouri’s Cooperative Work Experience Program (COOP)
April 12, 2016
Successful transition planning for students with disabilities involves looking ahead, into the student's future, preparing not just for graduation but also for life after graduation. One of the most important aspects of a student's future involves ...
Texas SB 1664 (ABLE Act)
April 13, 2016
"An act relating to the establishment of the Texas Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Program…(1) to encourage and assist individuals and families in saving funds for the purpose of supporting individuals with disabilities to maintain ...
Texas Transition and Employment Guide
April 13, 2016
This transition and employment guide is for you, the student in Texas public school, who may have received special education services due to a disability. It also provides helpful information for your parents. This guide has steps you and your parents can ...
Kentucky Office of Vocational Rehabilitation: Self Employment Services
April 13, 2016
This webpage offers information on and resources for self-employment. It orients job seekers on where to start the self-employment process and contains links to relevant resources.
Louisiana Supported Employment Services - Guidance Manual
April 13, 2016
“Supported Employment services are designed to provide community-based employment for LRS Consumers who are the most significantly disabled and require on-going support and extended services to maintain employment. Supported Employment ...
ND Transition Services MOU
April 14, 2016
The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Transition Services was revised and renewed July 1, 2011, and is in effect through June 30, 2015, or until such time as IDEA is reauthorized. Parties to the agreement are the Department of Public Instruction, Office ...
Maryland Coalition of Families
April 15, 2016
~~" Founded by a coalition of family support organizations, MCF was incorporated in 1999 as a nonprofit organization. MCF changed its name from "Maryland Coalition of Families for Children’s Mental Health" to the "Maryland Coalition ...
NYS PROMISE
April 16, 2016
New York State PROMISE is one of six PROMISE awards granted nationwide by the US. Department of Education in October 2013. The PROMISE intervention model was jointly developed by the US Department of Education (USDOE), the Social Security Administration ...
Employment First Project Update (February 2016)
April 18, 2016
“As part of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Transition plan, services and rates are being updated for Adult Day waiver services. Input was gathered from community forums and stakeholder workgroups throughout 2014 and 2015. These new ...
OH Vocational Rehabilitation Comprehensive Statewide Needs Assessment
April 18, 2016
“Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD), Division of Performance and Innovation (DPI), produced this 2015 Comprehensive Statewide Needs Assessment (CSNA) building upon the framework methodology developed from the 2012 CSNA, which was designed ...
OH Department of Education Job Training Coordinating Program Manual
April 18, 2016
This manual contains information on Individualized Education Plans (IEPs and school-to-work transition for students with disabilities. It recommends the use of Customized Employment as a good technique for harder to place students.
Maine Act To Provide Integrated Community-based & Customized Employment
April 18, 2016
The Bill promotes:1. “Employment as core component of services and supports. In carrying out its duties to provide services and supports to persons with disabilities, a state agency shall include as a core component of its services and supports the ...
DE Employment First Act (HB 319) amended by House Amendment Number 1
August 12, 2015
“House Bill 319 would require state agencies that provide services to persons with disabilities consider, as their first option, employment in an integrated setting for persons with disabilities. The bill also establishes an Employment First Oversight ...
MA DDS Employment Planning Guide - "School Days to Pay Days"
April 18, 2016
“DDS created this booklet to provide helpful information to families of young adults with intellectual disabilities in their transition from school to work. The mission of the Department is to support individuals with intellectual disabilities to fully ...
Michigan MRS and School Interagency Cash Transfer Agreements (VR 2014 State Plan)
April 19, 2016
…Interagency Cash Transfer Agreements and Third Party Cooperative Arrangements* provide coordinated vocational rehabilitation and special education services to eligible youth with disabilities, especially significantly disabled youth, from the ...
Michigan Project SEARCH
April 19, 2016
Project SEARCH is a business-led collaboration that enables young adults with disabilities to gain and maintain employment through training and career exploration. More specifically, it’s a one year high school transition program which provides ...
Planning My Way to Work: A Transition Guide for Student with Disabilities Leaving High School
April 19, 2016
“This manual is intended to: Help you make your way through the transition process; Understand your rights, services and resources that may help you and your family; Provide information to help you understand complex adult service systems; Highlight ...
Employment First Report
April 19, 2016
“The Governor’s Executive Order recognizes the strategic importance of improving the work and economic opportunities of all Oregonians including those with I/DD. More specifically, the Order sets forth strategies to be followed by the DHS and the ...
Cooperative Agreement Between the Oregon Department of Human Services and the Oregon Department of Education
April 19, 2016
“The purpose of this cooperative agreement is to set forth the commitments of the ODE and VR to cooperate in activities leading to a successful transition for students with disabilities from a free and appropriate public education to postsecondary ...
Governor’s Cabinet for People with Disabilities (§ 6.301)
April 19, 2016
“The responsibilities of the Cabinet are as follows: (1) Make recommendations to the Governor on policies, procedures, regulations and legislation that aid people with disabilities in this Commonwealth. ...
Pennsylvania's Labor & Industry Office of Vocational Rehabilitation Transition Services Contracts
April 19, 2016
"The Department of Labor & Industry's Office of Vocational Rehabilitation today announced eight recipients of Transition Services contracts totaling $1.2 million. Contracts are awarded to develop new and expanded innovative strategies and ...
ADEPT: ARC Discovery Employment Transitions
April 19, 2016
~~“Arc Discovery Employment Transitions (ADEPT) is The Arc of Pennsylvania’s customized employment program. The Arc of Pennsylvania supports individuals with significant impact of disability to seek and maintain customized employment in ...
Rhode Island Consolidated Plan 2015-2019 (Revised Final Draft 10/16/15)
April 19, 2016
Recognizing the importance of earned income for the homeless disabled population in permanent supportive housing, BHDDH is creating an Employment First program, which helps permanent supportive housing residents identify supportive companies and provide the ...
Rhode Island Department of Elementary & Secondary Education Employment First Policy
April 19, 2016
“It is the policy of the Rhode Island Department of Education to support and promote practices in local education agencies and with partner state agencies that support students with intellectual/ developmental disabilities in exiting the public ...
Rhode Island Department of Elementary & Secondary Education Employment First Policy
April 19, 2016
“It is the policy of the Rhode Island Department of Education to support and promote practices in local education agencies and with partner state agencies that support students with intellectual/ developmental disabilities in exiting the public ...
Arizona’s Transition Conference
April 19, 2016
Arizona’s Fifteenth Annual Transition Conference, Connecting for Success: Shared Expectations, Responsibilities, and Outcomes, is a collaborative, cross-stakeholder professional development event aimed at providing meaningful and pertinent information ...
Colorado Employment First Senate Bill SB 16-077
April 20, 2016
The bill requires the heads of the department of health care policy and financing (HCPF), the department of labor and employment (CDLE) the department of education (CDE), and the department of higher education (CDHE), (referred to as agency partners), to ...
Florida Abilities Work Web Portal and Help Desk
April 20, 2016
"The Abilities Work Web Portal and Help Desk are key components of a larger effort, the Employment First Initiative, announced last year. The portal and help desk are designed to help employers recruit and hire more applicants with disabilities who are ...
Florida Employment First Interagency Agreement
April 20, 2016
The general purpose of this interagency cooperative agreement is to provide a framework for a long-term commitment to improving employment outcomes for persons with disabilities in the State of Florida. The agencies and organizations that are parties to ...
Florida Employment First Toolkit and Training (Proposed)
April 20, 2016
This project will ensure that Florida has comprehensive training strategies within a training toolkit that foster quality integrated competitive employment for all individuals with disabilities, including individuals with intellectual and developmental ...
DE Employment First Oversight Commission
August 12, 2015
An Employment First Oversight Commission, under the purview of the State Council for Persons with Disabilities, shall be established and “shall facilitate the full, effective and timely implementation of this Act.” This “Commission shall consist of 11 ...
HB 325 Office of Rehabilitation Services Amendments
April 20, 2016
“This bill modifies the State Office of Rehabilitation Act and related provisions.” “Section 16. Section 35A-13-203, which is renumbered from Section 53A-24-106.5 is renumbered and amended to read: 564 35A-13-203. Employment ...
DE Employment First Oversight Commission Report FY 2013-FY 2014
August 12, 2015
“Delaware’s Employment First Act (H.B. 319) was signed by Governor Markell on July 16, 2012. It promotes the right that all persons with disabilities have the opportunity for competitive employment and establishes the Employment First ...
Community of Practice for Children and Emerging Adults in Transition
April 21, 2016
~~“Our VisionChildren, youth and families are healthy, safe and successful at home, in school and in their communities…..The Youth in Transition sub-committee is currently transitioning to a Community of Practice for Children and Emerging Young ...
DEI Grantee Abstracts (CA Round 5)
April 21, 2016
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving Social Security ...
CA State Council on Developmental Disabilities Employment First Committee Annual Report
April 21, 2016
The second annual report of the Employment First Committee (EFC) of the State Council on Developmental Disabilities includes: priorities adopted by the State Council as recommended by the EFC; second-year work of the EFC, interagency activities, and policy ...
California Readiness Of Minors in Supplemental Security Income (CaPROMISE) Initiative
April 21, 2016
“The PROMISE initiative is intended to improve the provision and coordination of services for child SSI recipients and their families. The services help child recipients achieve better outcomes, including graduating from high school ready for college ...
Employment First Committee Annual Report
April 21, 2016
The Community of Practice (COP) is located within the Department of Education’s Office of Special Education and was formed and funded by the DOE to help improve transition and employment outcomes. This is a voluntary group of educational ...
Minnesota Governor's Executive Order 15-03
April 21, 2016
Supporting Freedom of Choice and Opportunity to Live, Work, and Participate in the Most Inclusive Setting for Individuals with Disabilities through the Implementation of Minnesota's Olmstead Plan; Rescinding Executive Order 13-01 “A ...
Minnesota Governor's Executive Order 13-01
April 21, 2016
A Sub-Cabinet, appointed by the Governor, consisting of the Commissioner, or Commissioner's designees, of the following State agencies, shall develop and implement a comprehensive Minnesota Olmstead Plan: (i) that uses measurable goals to increase the ...
DE Disability Employment Initiative
August 12, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) was a three-year federal grant-funded program to improve education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for youth who were unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving Social Security ...
D.C One Community for All
April 22, 2016
One Community for All endeavors to meet the needs and preferences of the individual while allowing him or her to choose where s/he wants to live in the community with the appropriate supports and services consistent with the Olmstead decision and the ...
Secondary Transition Community of Practice
April 22, 2016
This was launched earlier in 2013 to bring together transition experts from the District’s school system, disability advocacy organizations, direct-service agencies, and transition-aged youth and their parents. These stakeholders in the transition ...
Project SEARCH
April 22, 2016
~~Project SEARCH was originally launched in 1996 at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. Designed to prepare young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities for competitive employment, this one-year “school- to-work” ...
D.C Secondary Transition Assessment Tool-kit
April 22, 2016
The District of Columbia Secondary Transition Process Toolkit was designed to assist educators in effectively addressing the transition planning needs of students with disabilities who are preparing to transition from high school to postsecondary employment, ...
Florida Executive Order 13-284: Reaffirming commitment to employment for Floridians with disabilities.
August 17, 2015
“‘Employment’" for purposes of this Executive Order is defined as integrated employment, including supported employment, customized employment, and self-employment, where an individual is paid by an employer at minimum wage or greater ...
FL Abilities Work Web Portal and Help Desk
August 17, 2015
"The Abilities Work Web Portal and Help Desk are key components of a larger effort, the Employment First Initiative, announced last year. The portal and help desk are designed to help employers recruit and hire more applicants with disabilities who are ...
Connecticut State Rehabilitation Council (SRC)
April 22, 2016
“The State Rehabilitation Council (SRC) is an important partner with the Bureau of Rehabilitation Services (BRS) to help improve employment outcomes for people with disabilities. BRS administers the Title I Vocational Rehabilitation and Title VI ...
New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities Employment Position Statement
April 25, 2016
The New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities commends and supports the April 26, 2012 announcement by Governor Christie that the State of New Jersey's has adopted an "Employment First" policy. It is the position of the Council that ...
ODEP Disability Employment Initiative 2010
April 25, 2016
The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development will build their DEI project upon earlier Work Incentive Grant and Disability Program Navigator grant activities. The approach utilizes Rehabilitation Services Administration Technical Assistance ...
New Jersey Department of Education
April 25, 2016
~~This page has resources for those who work with the Structured Learning Experiences (SLE) program.All teachers supervising Structured Learning Experiences (SLEs) complete a training program required by DOE. This includes courses on federal and state child ...
Hawaii Developmental Disabilities Division - Strategic Plan 2015-2017 Progress Report
April 25, 2016
“The Strategic Plan was adopted on December 2014. In the ensuing months Team Leaders have been convening meetings with advocates, providers, partners, and Division staff to plan specific activities for attaining goals and objectives of the Strategic ...
Hawaii DEI - Round 6 Grant Abstracts
April 25, 2016
The U.S. Department of Labor awarded Hawaii a Round 6 DEI grant to improve employment opportunities for youth and/or adults with disabilities. “HIDEI [Hawaii DEI] will hire four Disability Resource Coordinators and build upon the promising practices of ...
Hire Abilities Hawai'i - "What is Customized Employment?"
April 25, 2016
This brief article defines customized employment and outlines the case for using it with job seekers with disabilities. It outlines the different forms customized employment can take, including "task reassignment," "job carving," and ...
HireAbilities Hawai'i
April 25, 2016
This website is intended to provide resources to support employment for individuals with disabilities. It is intended to be used by job seekers with disabilities, service providers, agencies and businesses. This site was revamped December 2013 and now has ...
Hire Abilities Hawai'i - Customized Employment Videos
April 25, 2016
“These Customized Employment (CE) videos, each specifically focused on Employers, Youth, or a General audience, highlight the benefits of CE, an employment strategy which matches the skills and preferences of the individual with the specific business ...
Idaho Cooperative Services Agreement: DoE, VR & Blind and Visually Impaired
April 25, 2016
“This Cooperative Services Agreement has been developed with multiple purposes in mind. First, this agreement is intended to provide a coordinated, comprehensive system focusing on youth with disabilities as they transition from secondary to post-school ...
Idaho State Rehabilitation Council
April 25, 2016
“Working on behalf of Idahoans with disabilities, the Idaho State Rehabilitation Council endeavors to provide consumers, service providers and others the opportunity to participate in constructive dialogue and public input to continually improve the ...
Vermont Special Education Laws and Regulations
April 25, 2016
This page lists important state and federal legislation and policy that affect special education in Vermont.
Transition Services for Students with Disabilities
April 26, 2016
“VDOE's Transition Services website provides support, information and resources designed to improve the outcomes of students with disabilities in transition from middle / secondary education to postsecondary education and employment.”
Virginia Intercommunity Transition Council (VITC)
April 26, 2016
“The mission of the Virginia's Intercommunity Transition Council is to promote successful transition outcomes for youth and young adults with disabilities by providing leadership and innovation in employment, education, training, living ...
Virginia Intercommunity Transition Council
April 26, 2016
Virginia's Intercommunity Transition Council is committed to promoting partnerships and influencing linkages that result in transition service networks for coordinating person-centered services. Their fact sheet on employment cites Customized Employment ...
Disability Employment Initiative (Round Four)
April 26, 2016
As a past Round 1 grantee, VA DEI will continue to build on existing infrastructure to develop shared ownership; foster systems integration, through cross-interagency collaboration at all levels; and design access to services from a customer’s ...
Florida Developmental Disabilities Council Employment First Partnerships
August 17, 2015
As part of the Governor’s Executive Order, “required partners include the Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD); the Florida Department of Education (FDOE), Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR), Division of Blind Services, and ...
Florida Disability Employment Initiative
August 17, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving Social Security ...
Transition from School to Work
April 26, 2016
“We [the Division of Rehabilitation Services] provide a wide range of services to help people get and keep jobs. Because everyone is different, services are customized for each individual. DRS counselors typically begin working with students with ...
Memorandum of Understanding between the Division of Rehabilitative Services and Department of Education on Transition
April 26, 2016
“The cooperative agreement shall assure that each student with a disability in the state who needs special education and/or vocational rehabilitation services is promptly identified and the appropriate transition services are made available to the ...
Delaware Governor’s Advisory Council for Exceptional Citizens FY 2015 Annual Report
April 26, 2016
In accordance with CFR 300.650 (b), the Council serves as the State Advisory Panel for the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and its amendments. 1. Delaware Code: Title 14, Chapter 31, Sub. Sec. 3111 2. Federal Statute: Individuals ...
Delaware Governor’s Advisory Council for Exceptional Citizens FY 2015 Annual Report
April 26, 2016
The membership of the State advisory panel must consist of members appointed by the Governor, or any other official authorized under State law to make these appointments, that is representative of the State population and that is composed of individuals ...
Delaware Employment First Oversight Commission
April 26, 2016
An Employment First Oversight Commission, under the purview of the State Council for Persons with Disabilities, shall be established and “shall facilitate the full, effective and timely implementation of this Act.” This “Commission shall ...
Delaware Employment First Oversight Commission Report
April 26, 2016
“Delaware’s Employment First Act (H.B. 319) was signed by Governor Markell on July 16, 2012. It promotes the right that all persons with disabilities have the opportunity for competitive employment and establishes the Employment First ...
Agreement between Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services and the Iowa Department of Education
April 26, 2016
“The purpose of this agreement is to facilitate the integration and coordination of transition services from school to post-secondary education and/or employment, for individuals with disabilities who are enrolled in secondary education and are ...
Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services (IVRS) Partners Page
April 26, 2016
~~“The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) reinforces increased coordination between state systems and partner organizations. It is designed to help job seekers access employment, education, training and support services to succeed in the ...
Iowa State Rehabilitation Council
April 26, 2016
“The State Rehabilitation Council (SRC), with members appointed by the Governor, has been in operation since January 1993, providing advice and direction to the Department of Education's Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services (IVRS) on the quality ...
Iowa Transition Alliance Program
April 26, 2016
“The Transition Alliance Program (TAP) is a partnership between Community School Districts and Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services (IVRS). Participants of TAP receive assistance in the areas of vocational training, independent living, ...
Iowa Disability Employment Initiative (Round 6)
April 26, 2016
IADEI will hire five Disability Resource Coordinators and will link a variety of initiatives to make the vision of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act real for all Iowans. IADEI will increase access to and participation in local Career Pathway models ...
Georgia House Resolution 642
August 17, 2015
“WHEREAS, an ‘Employment First’ policy provides that employment should be the first and preferred option for all people, regardless of their disability, and that employment in the general workforce at or above the minimum wage is the ...
Illinois Business Enterprise for Minorities, Females, and Persons with Disabilities Act
April 26, 2016
It is hereby declared to be the public policy of the State of Illinois to promote and encourage each State agency and public institution of higher education to use businesses owned by minorities, females, and persons with disabilities in the area of goods and ...
Transition Planning for Students with Disabilities
April 27, 2016
“Transition is helping students with disabilities and their families think about their life after high school and identify long-range goals designing the high school experience to ensure that students gain the skills and connections they need to achieve ...
IEP: Postsecondary Transition Plan (PTP)
April 27, 2016
“With stakeholder input, the Department of Public Instruction has developed a web-based IEP: Postsecondary Transition Plan (PTP) that will assist local educational agencies to document the postsecondary transition requirements with 100% compliance while ...
Wisconsin PROMISE Initiative
April 27, 2016
The PROMISE initiative is intended to improve services for youth SSI (Social Security Supplemental Security Income) recipients and their families. The services help youth recipients achieve better outcomes, including graduating from high school ready for ...
Community-Based Transition Options for 18- to 21-year old Students with Disabilities
April 27, 2016
“This guide shares a framework for planning community-based transition options for 18-21-year-old students with disabilities. This tool will assist local districts in assessing needs and developing transition-focused options within a community-based ...
Indiana Employment First Systems Change Statewide Plan (2011-2015)
April 27, 2016
“Through the use of MIG funds, Indiana has made a number of improvements to the state’s infrastructure supporting employment of IWD. While Indiana has been a leader in many aspects of employment supports and the use of innovative practices, the ...
Kansas Department of Education “Special Education Services Process Handbook”
April 28, 2016
When the IEP team is considering a child’s post-secondary goals and transition services needed to assist the child in reaching those goals, the school is required to invite a representative of any agency that is likely to provide or pay for transition ...
New York ACCES-VR Workforce Development and Business Relations Department "Disability Etiquette Guide"
May 02, 2016
Everyone Knows Someone with a Disability People with disabilities are the nation’s largest minority and the only one that any person can join at any time. According to the 2010 U.S. Census, 54 million people have disabilities. That is nearly 1 in 5 ...
New York (ACCES-VR) Workforce Development and Business Relations Department "Hiring Good People Is Good Business"
May 02, 2016
ACCES-VR can assist businesses with meeting compliance with Federal Laws Assistance for federal contractors/subcontractors in meeting OFCCP requirements. Technical assistance on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). ACCES-VR can lower hiring costs ...
New York (ACCES-VR) Workforce Development and Business Relations Department "Adult Career and Continuing Education Services –Vocational Rehabilitation…a basic guide"
May 02, 2016
What is ACCES? The Office of Adult Career and Continuing Education Services (ACCES) is part of the New York State Education Department and is comprised of three primary areas: Vocational Rehabilitation (including Independent Living Program Administration), ...
IEP Process Guide
July 12, 2016
Transition planning is more effective when the planning is an integral part of the student’s IEP and the student’s program. Transition planning is required under Federal law and becomes a major Team focus when a student reaches fourteen years of ...
Department of Elementary and Secondary Education IEP Transition Planning
July 12, 2016
As a result of new legislation within the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), Office of Special Education (OSE), and the Office of Adult Learning and Rehabilitation Services -Vocational ...
Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS)
July 12, 2016
"The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act recommended that VRBS serve high school youth with disabilities much earlier than before with a new set of services called Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS). Perhaps the most amazing ...
Montana Center for Inclusive Education
July 12, 2016
The Montana Center on Disabilities (MCD) is part of Montana State University-Billings. MCD works to make sure that all people are part of the community. The Center supports the idea that people with disabilities can make their own choices about how they ...
Disability Employment Awareness Month Proclamation
July 12, 2016
“WHEREAS, the State of North Carolina supports and encourages individuals with disabilities to find employment, thus fostering the key objectives of advancing individual well-being and reducing the demand on public resources, which can then be ...
New York Employment First Commission Report and Recommendations 3/1/2015
July 13, 2016
Everyone has the right to work. It is this underlying premise that is the driving force behind the development of an Employment First policy in New York State. On September 17, 2014 Governor Andrew M. Cuomo signed Executive Order 136 to create a commission to ...
Supported Employment Training and Technical Assistance
July 13, 2016
~~“The Boggs Center Employment Team provides Supported Employment Training and Technical Assistance throughout the state of New Jersey. Training courses are intended to provide both new and veteran employment specialists with the most up to date ...
Minnesota Olmstead Planning Committee
July 14, 2016
In January 2013, Governor Mark Dayton issued an Executive Order establishing a Sub-Cabinet to develop and implement a comprehensive plan supporting freedom of choice and opportunity for people with disabilities…The Sub-Cabinet evaluates policies, ...
Hire Abilities Hawai'i
August 19, 2015
“Hire Abilities Hawaii represents an innovative collaboration among the Department of Human Services (DHS), University of Hawai`’ College of Education Center for Disabilities Studies (CDS), the Department of Education (DOE), the Department of ...
Maryland State Department of Education, Division of Rehabilitation Services “Training Customized for Your Business”
July 15, 2016
On-the-Job TrainingDORS can provide funding for on-the-job training for a new employee and reimburse a business for a percentage of the new employees’ wages while they are in training.DORS also offers technical assistance and follow-along services to ...
Maryland Department of Education “Understanding the Evaluation, Eligibility and Individualized Education Program (IEP) Process in Maryland”
July 15, 2016
The public agency uses a team process to decide whether a child is a student with a disability as defined by the IDEA and the educational needs of the child. Each public agency is responsible for initiating and conducting meetings for the purposes of ...
Humanim Supported Living & Housing Program
July 15, 2016
Developmental Disabilities Services~~“Humanim provides supported living and supportive housing services to adults with chronic, severe, and persistent mental illness who are living in the community. We facilitate an individual’s ...
Florida HB 7003
July 15, 2016
This bill will be enacted on July 1, 2016 The purpose of this act is to prioritize employment of individuals with disabilities and to change the employment system to better integrate individuals with disabilities into the workforce. The act encourages a ...
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, Florida Department of Education “Transition Youth”
July 15, 2016
Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) is a federal-state program that helps people who have physical or mental disabilities get or keep a job. VR is committed to helping people with disabilities find meaningful careers. Passage of the Workforce Innovation and ...
Hawaii Medicaid Infrastructure Grant
August 19, 2015
“In 2006, Hawaii received a grant from the Center for Medicare and Medicaid to improve employment outcomes for persons with disabilities. The Medicaid Infrastructure Grant Program, known as Hire Abilities Hawaii, ran from 2006 to 2009. It was authorized ...
“Georgia Career Pathways to Work, E3 Transition Services”
July 15, 2016
E3: Explore, Engage, Employ refers to Transition Services. There are two E3 initiatives in GVRA: -Georgia Career Pathways to Work – E3: Explore, Engage, Employ is a grant through which GVRA will initially work with 5 school districts to connect students ...
Kentucky ABLE Act SB 179
July 15, 2016
Signed by the Governor on April 5, 2016AN ACT relating to persons with disabilities.Amend KRS 205.200 to disregard any amount in an ABLE account, any contributions to an ABLE account, and any distribution from an ABLE account for qualified expenses for ...
Kentucky Commission on Services and Supports for Individuals with Intellectual and Other Developmental Disabilities “Annual Status Report”
July 15, 2016
Activity: Development of Local and Regional LeadershipThe Commission:Began the process of educating the Department of Education’s Nine Regional Transition Teams about Employment First and their role in the Employment First process;Worked to expand the ...
Kentucky Department of Education “Transition”
July 15, 2016
The ultimate goal of the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE), Division of Learning Services is the successful transition of all students from school to post-school activities - whether postsecondary education, vocational training, integrated employment, ...
Hawaii DEI - Round 2 Grants
August 19, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving Social Security ...
Delaware SB 33
July 15, 2016
"This Act implements the legislative recommendations of the IEP Improvement Task Force created by the 147th General Assembly. The recommendations it implements are to:Provide more detailed and helpful information to parents about their rights and ...
Delaware DVR Partnerships
July 15, 2016
DVR maintains ongoing relationships with several councils throughout the state that have missions related to individuals with disabilities...These councils address issues of common concern to the disability community. DVR’s Director participates in the ...
Employment First Oversight Commission Report FY 2015
July 15, 2016
Delaware’s Employment First At (H.B. 319) was signed by Governor Markell on July 16, 2012. This legislation promotes the right that all persons with disabilities have the opportunity for competitive employment and establishes the Employment First ...
Delaware IEP Details
July 15, 2016
An IEP is developed to meet the individualized needs of each student. The educational services are provided at no cost to the family. The federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) governs the rules for IEPs in every state. In addition, ...
Kansas State Department of Education “The Individualized Education Program (IEP)”
July 15, 2016
The Individualized Education Program (IEP) is defined as a written statement for each student with an exceptionality which describes that child’s educational program and is developed, reviewed, and revised in accordance with special education laws and ...
Kansas State Department of Education “KSDE Policy Statement on Employment First”
July 15, 2016
As a relevant state agency in the implementation of Employment First policy, the Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) is responsible for the monitoring of district practices in planning for and providing appropriate transition services to students with ...
Early Start to Supported Employment Handbook
July 15, 2016
Early Start to Supported Employment” (ESSE) is intended to create a more seamless transition for students leaving school and entering the adult workforce. The outcome of paid work with post-school supports in place before the student leaves school is ...
Hawaii Department of Education “IEP Overview”
July 15, 2016
Each Individualized Education Program includes: -a statement of the child's present levels of educational performance; -a statement of annual goals, including short-term instructional objectives; -a statement of the specific special education and related ...
Employment and Economic Opportunity for Persons with Disabilities Task Force Act
July 18, 2016
“Task Force Responsibilities. The Task Force shall analyze programs and policies of the State to determine what changes, modifications, and innovations may be necessary to remove barriers to competitive employment and economic opportunity for persons ...
Iowa Department of Education “Secondary Transition – Guidance to Quality IEPs”
July 18, 2016
In Iowa, secondary transition planning should begin no later than the first IEP to be in effect when the child turns 14, or younger if determined appropriate by the IEP team.The ultimate goal of transition planning is to make the adjustment from high school ...
Training Services for Out of School Youth
July 21, 2016
ORS develops IPEs with youth within 90 days of eligibility determination. TheIPE establishes an occupational goal for the individual that is updated prior to completion of high school. This IPE also establishes if employment, training, and/or college will be ...
Idaho Disability Employment Initiative
August 21, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving Social Security ...
North Rhode Island Collaborative
July 21, 2016
In order to assist Local Educational Agencies in meeting the secondary Transition requirements, the three Rhode Island Educational Collaborative maintain four Regional Transition Centers (RTCs). These centers assist middle and high schools regionally and ...
Expect Employment 2015: TN Employment First Task Force Report
July 21, 2016
In the past year, Tennessee:Continued to expand Project SEARCH to include 60 interns participating at 7 program sites statewide. A total of 42 individuals have been employed through Project SEARCHSecured federal grants and reallocated resources to expand the ...
Community of Practice in Transition: Secondary to Postsecondary Report to Wyoming Department of education (2014)
July 21, 2016
During 2013 the Wyoming Institute for Disabilities (WIND) in collaboration with the Wyoming Department of Education (WDE), Special Programs Division developed a community of practice for student transition (CoP-T). The goal of this project was to bring ...
Transition Action Guide For Post-School Planning
July 21, 2016
~~“This Technical Assistance Guide (TAG) was developed to assist in the improvement of communication, coordination, and services for students with disabilities transitioning from school to work. It was designed to be useful for all persons and ...
Wisconsin Transition Interagency Agreement
July 21, 2016
This interagency agreement has been revised from the July 2007 interagency agreement to now focus on both students with disabilities transitioning from high school as well as adults with disabilities, who have an expectation for integrated competitive ...
Transition Action Guide For Post-School Planning
July 21, 2016
~~“This Technical Assistance Guide (TAG) was developed to assist in the improvement of communication, coordination, and services for students with disabilities transitioning from school to work. It was designed to be useful for all persons and ...
West Virginia Department of Education: Career Technical Education for students with disability
July 21, 2016
Career technical education (CTE) programs in West Virginia are designed for all students and prepare them for entering post-secondary education, training or the workforce. CTE Content Skill Sets (CSSs) are based on national industry recognized accreditation ...
Oregon Council on Developmental Disability Fiscal Year 2016: State Plan (Findings)
July 22, 2016
A broad overview of the Comprehensive Review and Analysis conducted by the Council. The Office of Developmental Disability Services (ODDS) provides DD waiver and Medicaid Community First Choice state plan (K plan) services to about 23,776 eligible children ...
Integrated employment Plan: Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disability
July 22, 2016
The Oregon Department of Human Services (DHS) along with its many partners and stakeholders, strives to support the choices of individuals with intellectual and other developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families within local communities by promoting ...
South Carolina Disability Employment Coalition
July 28, 2016
~~“The SC Disability Employment Coalition (SCDEC) formed in the fall of 2014, through funding from the SC Developmental Disabilities Council, to address employment barriers for individuals with disabilities in South Carolina. SCDEC stakeholders ...
House Bill 400: Work Experience for High School Student disability act
July 29, 2016
The HB400 emphasizes on competitive integrated employment. It requires the office of vocational rehabilitation to facilitate the process of job and career development for the purpose of successful transition of high-school students with disability into ...
Via of the Lehigh Valley (PA): Partnership with Local Schools to Provide Customized Employment
July 29, 2016
This story details a partnership between Via of the Lehigh Valley (a CRP) and the local school system to support a Customized Employment success.
Illinois Employment First Executive Order
August 21, 2015
“WHEREAS, the Illinois Employment First Act (20 ILCS 40 et. seq) requires that State agencies follow and implement the State’s policy of competitive and integrated employment as the first option when serving persons with disabilities of working ...
Disability Employment Initiative Round 1 Grant
September 01, 2016
The New York State Department of Labor will utilize their DEI project as their next generation approach building upon their significant commitment to expanded services under their former Disability Program Navigator grant. Collaborative activities ...
New Jersey Task Force on Improving Special Education for Public School Students Report
December 19, 2016
The Task Force identified numerous topics relevant to the charges mandated by the legislation and requested and examined extensive data from the New Jersey Department of Education (Department), including federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act ...
Illinois Employment First Act (HB2591)
August 21, 2015
The bill, which became effective on July 16, 2013, declares Illinois an Employment First State and establishes competitive employment in integrated settings as the first option for working-age persons with disabilities in Illinois. The bill also ...
New Mexico House Joint Memorial 72
December 19, 2016
“A joint memorial requesting that the Executive Task Force on Disability Employment develop policies, procedures and guidelines to increase the employment of persons with disabilities in state government.”
New Mexico Interagency Behavioral Health Service Requirements and Utilization Guidelines for Supported Employment
December 19, 2016
~~This document defines supported employment and provides program, provider, staffing, documentation, and other requirements of providers of supported employment services.“Supported Employment provides on the job ...
New Mexico Behavioral Health Collaborative
December 19, 2016
~~“This Web site is a resource for individuals, families and agencies concerned with behavioral health. It provides information about behavioral health services, laws, and related news, as well as communication tools and other features. Regardless of ...
North Dakota Transition Consortium (Launch My Life North Dakota)
December 20, 2016
“The North Dakota Transition Consortium is a partnership of programs and agencies. The goal is to promote, improve, and educate about services that help young adults with disabilities move from high school into college, training, or a job.”
Ohio SB 316: IEP and Post-secondary Transition Requirements
December 20, 2016
Beginning not later than the first IEP to be in effect when the child is fourteen years of age, and update annually thereafter, a statement describing:Appropriate measurable post-secondary goals based upon age-appropriate transition assessments related to ...
Guide to Policy and Procedure Development
December 20, 2016
"The Employment First Rule, 5123: 2-2-05, requires county boards to adopt and implement a local Employment First Policy which clearly identifies community employment as the desired outcome for every individual of working age. The following is guidance ...
Ohio Transition Support Partnership (OTSP)
December 20, 2016
“In 2015, the Ohio Department of Education and Opportunities for Ohioans (OOD) launched the Ohio Transition Support Partnership (OTSP). This innovative collaboration changed the nature and impact of transition services for students with disabilities in ...
OH Job Seekers Guide
December 20, 2016
"The Job Seekers Guide will help you learn how to get a job and will give you some tools that will help along the way."
Ohio Employment First Transition Framework
December 20, 2016
"Ohio Employment First Transition Framework is a critical component to the Ohio Employment First structure and is intended to address barriers to transition planning and services in order to achieve meaningful adult outcomes. The Framework was developed ...
Oklahoma’s Transition Education Handbook
December 20, 2016
“Oklahoma’s special education policies and procedures ensure that all students with an IEP have access to a free appropriate public education that emphasizes special education and related services designed to meet their unique needs and prepares ...
Oregon Youth Transition Program
December 20, 2016
~~“Established in 1990, the Oregon Youth Transition Program (YTP) is a collaborative partnership between the office of Vocational Rehabilitation, Oregon Department of Education, and the University of Oregon. It is funded by Vocational Rehabilitation ...
Illinois Employment and Economic Opportunity for Persons with Disabilities Task Force Annual Report
August 21, 2015
"This annual report “outlines the activities undertaken by the Task Force during the first full year of operation. It reflects the information that has been gathered by the Task Force to date as well as outlines the recommendations developed by the ...
Transition from School To Work: OVR Programs and Services
December 20, 2016
“Any high school student with a disability who may need vocational guidance and assistance in preparing for, obtaining, or maintaining competitive employment should be considered for referral to the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR). Students ...
The Transition Alliance of South Carolina (TASC)
December 20, 2016
"The Transition Alliance of South Carolina (TASC) is spearheaded by the Center for Disability Resources (CDR) at the University of South Carolina’s School of Medicine.Utilizing funding and support from the South Carolina Department ...
Expect Employment 2015: Employment First Task Force Report to the Governor
January 04, 2017
~~“Governor Haslam established Tennessee as an Employment First state in June 2013 with Executive Order No. 28. This Order, in recognition of high levels of unemployment for Tennesseans with disabilities, mental illnesses and substance abuse ...
Tennessee Interagency Agreement Regarding IDEA
January 04, 2017
“The purpose of this Agreement is to identify and define the financial responsibilities of the Parties to this Agreement and to facilitate the provision and coordination of services for all infants, toddlers, children, youth and adults who are IDEA ...
Texas Education Agency Employment First Policy
January 04, 2017
“TEA hereby adopts the state's policy that earning a living wage through competitive employment in the general workforce is the priority and preferred outcome for working age individuals with disabilities who receive public benefits. TEA will ...
ASPIRE Utah
January 04, 2017
“The Achieving Success by Promoting Readiness for Education and Employment (ASPIRE) initiative is a project of the Utah State Office of Rehabilitation, on behalf of six western states: Arizona, Colorado, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota ...
Interagency Agreement with Vermont Department of Education and Vermont Agency of Human Services
January 04, 2017
“This agreement promotes collaboration between the Agency of Human Services (AHS) and the Department of Education (DOE) in order to ensure that all required services are coordinated and provided to students with disabilities, in accordance with ...
Washington RCW 28A.155.220: High School Transition Services
January 05, 2017
“The office of the superintendent of public instruction must establish interagency agreements with the department of social and health services, the department of services for the blind, and any other state agency that provides high school transition ...
West Virginia Policy 2419: Regulations for the Education of Students with Exceptionalities
January 05, 2017
“The West Virginia Procedures Manual for the Education of Students with Exceptionalities outlines the policies and procedures districts must follow in meeting the requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004 ...
Executive Order 2002-9 (Establishing a Governor's Task Force on Employment)
January 05, 2017
“An order establishing the Governor's Task Force on Employment and Economic Opportunity for Persons with Disabilities”
State of Arkansas Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Combined State Plan 2016-2019
January 20, 2017
• Train and equip workforce center staff in an ongoing learning process with the knowledge, skills, and motivation to provide superior service to job seekers, including those with disabilities, and businesses in an integrated, regionally focused ...
California Department of Education “Mentoring Frequently Asked Questions”
January 20, 2017
• Q: Who issues work permits? • A: Work permits are required in California for any minor student who has not yet graduated and who would like to work. School districts and county offices of education designate their own work permit officials. • ...
Colorado Department of Education “Secondary Transition”
January 20, 2017
~~Secondary Transition is the process of preparing students for adult life after they leave high school and can be thought of as a bridge between school programs and the opportunities of adult life, including higher education or training, employment, ...
Connecticut State Department of Education “Transition Bill of Rights”
January 20, 2017
“This Transition Bill of Rights for parents of students receiving special education will help parents and students understand a student’s rights related to getting an education and other important issues regarding the transition to life after high ...
Delaware Department of Education “Transitions After High School”
January 23, 2017
“Transition planning should be in effect when a student turns 14 or enter the Grade 8, or younger if deemed appropriate by the IEP team. Students with disabilities and their families must be offered transition planning as part of their Individualized ...
D.C. Dept. of Education “Competitive Employment Opportunity (CEO) Program)”
January 23, 2017
~~“Competitive Employment Opportunities (CEO) consists of preparatory experiences designed to help students with disabilities attain their career and postsecondary training goals. The model aims to expose students to career experiences, and equip them ...
D.C. Department of Education “Transition Services and Programs and Supports ”
January 23, 2017
Secondary transition is the process of preparing students for life after they leave high school, including participation in post-secondary education or training, employment, and community living. Secondary transition training begins in Pre-Kindergarten, with ...
DCPS Transition
January 23, 2017
~~DCPS Transition Central is a tool for DCPS staff to access and provide information .“DCPS has implemented a number of initiatives to meet the diverse needs of students with disabilities and provide them with the opportunity to improve job skills, earn ...
2016 Florida Statues “1003.5716 Transition to postsecondary education and career opportunities”
January 23, 2017
”To ensure quality planning for a successful transition of a student with a disability to postsecondary education and career opportunities, an IEP team shall begin the process of, and develop an IEP for, identifying the need for transition services ...
2016 Florida Statues “1004.6495 Florida Postsecondary Comprehensive Transition Program and Florida Center for Students with Unique Abilities”
January 23, 2017
“The purpose of this section is to increase independent living, inclusive and experiential postsecondary education, and employment opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities through degree, certificate, or nondegree programs and to ...
Florida Department of Education “Technical Assistance Paper High School Graduation Options for Students With Disabilities"
January 23, 2017
“This technical assistance paper describes the high school graduation options for students with disabilities following the adoption of Rule 6A-1.009963, Florida Administrative Code, High School Graduation Requirements for Students with ...
Florida Department of Education “Modified Occupational Completion Points”
January 23, 2017
“MOCPs are selected sets of student performance standards that fall between established OCPs as identified in CTE course descriptions. These selected standards (identified on an individual basis) guide the student in completing a modified program and ...
Florida Department of Education “Modified Occupational Completion Points”
January 23, 2017
“MOCPs are selected sets of student performance standards that fall between established OCPs as identified in CTE course descriptions. These selected standards (identified on an individual basis) guide the student in completing a modified program and ...
Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency (GVRA) “A New Focus on Transition: New Federal Regulations and New Initiatives Focus on Younger Clients”
January 23, 2017
“Georgia’s Career Pathways to Work: Explore, Engage and Employ (E3) initiative. Funded through a $4.7 million grant —stretched over five years — E3 is broken down into three components, and they follow the path of the student or young ...
“Idaho IEP Guidance Handbook” State Department of Education
January 23, 2017
“In order to best meet IDEA and to prepare our students for post-secondary education, training, employment and independent living, transition plans must be in place before a student’s 16th birthday. This chapter includes The steps required to ...
Iowa Department of Education “Secondary Transition
January 24, 2017
“The ultimate goal of secondary transition planning is to make the adjustment from high school as easy, successful and as short as possible. Successful transition planning should begin early and be based on specific knowledge and experiences of targeted ...
Kentucky Department of Education “Career and Technical Education”
January 24, 2017
“Mission: The mission of Career and Technical Education is to assist schools in providing students with skills necessary for a successful transition to postsecondary education or work and a desire for life-long learning in a global society.”
Kentucky Assistive Technology Service Network “A Guide to Assistive Technology Funding in Kentucky 15th Edition”
January 24, 2017
“…the services of the ATRCs include, but are not limited to: Assistive Technology Services for Early Intervention, K-12 and Post-secondary school, Employment, Transition, Independent Living, leisure or recreation; Loan Library of Assistive ...
“Students with Disabilities” Louisiana Department of Education Policy on Resources for Special Education and Transition
January 24, 2017
~~“Families: Families need easy, transparent access to information, services, and supports to advocate effectively for the needs of their child, regardless of whether they are struggling and may need special education and related services, or have ...
Louisiana’s “Every Student Succeeds Act” (ESSA) Framework
January 24, 2017
“Long-term indicators: To foster a better understanding of how skills taught in schools translate to life after high school, Louisiana will provide to schools and school systems an annual series of reports on the postsecondary success and economic ...
Maine Department of Labor Receives Grant to Improve Employment Rates of Youth with Disabilities
January 24, 2017
Commissioner of Labor Jeanne Paquette is pleased to announce that the U.S. Department of Education has awarded the Bureau of Rehabilitation Services, part of the Maine Department of Labor, $9 million to help students with disabilities prepare for ...
“Governor’s Interagency Transition Council for Youth with Disabilities”
January 24, 2017
“The primary responsibility of the IATC is to review, revise and update annually the Interagency State Plan for Transitioning Youth with Disabilities to ensure effective interagency planning and delivery of services for secondary students with ...
“FY2017 Interagency State Plan for Transitioning Youth with Disabilities”
January 24, 2017
“This is a document of the approved goals for students with disabilities who are transitioning from high school to post-secondary school or employment.” It consists of a set of tables, one for each goal, that lists the measures and strategies that ...
Governor’s Interagency Transition Council for Youth with Disabilities
January 24, 2017
~~"The Interagency Transition Council for Youth with Disabilities (IATC) is a partnership of State and local government agencies, educators, family members and advocates. The IATC's purpose is to help improve the policies and practices that affect ...
Maryland Developmental Disabilities Council Webinar: “Everything You Wanted to Know about DDA but Were Afraid to Ask”
January 24, 2017
“Schools are required to begin transition planning for students at age 14. With new Service options* available it is important to start early, educate yourself on new models and options, visit programs, and let your IEP team know about the new options. ...
Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education “Secondary Transition” Policy
January 24, 2017
“For Massachusetts students receiving special education services, Secondary Transition is a time that begins when they turn 14 (or earlier, if the IEP team agrees). From age 14 until they graduate or turn 22, students on IEPs receive transition services ...
Administrative Advisory SPED 2017-1: Guidance Regarding the WIOA Prohibition on Contracting with Entities for the Purpose of Operating a Program Under Which a Youth with a Disability is Engaged in Subminimum Wage Employment
January 24, 2017
“This advisory provides guidance in accordance with the regulations recently promulgated under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) of 2014, specifically 34 CFR § 397.31. This regulation states: ‘“Neither a local ...
Michigan Protection & Advocacy Service Special Education Manual Transition Chapter 10
January 24, 2017
~"Transition services" are meant to provide the necessary linkages between school services and post-school services. This includes linkages with other community or state agencies that may have a responsibility to ...
Secondary Transition, Minnesota Department of Education
January 24, 2017
“Secondary Transition Planning is the process of preparing students for life after high school and includes planning for postsecondary education or training, employment, and independent living. This page is a collection of resources and tools to help ...
“Secondary Transition: A Collaborative Planning Process”
January 24, 2017
“Mississippi Occupational Diploma (MOD): The MOD requires a student with a disability to earn 21 credits by successfully completing selected courses from the general education curriculum, vocational education programs, MOD portfolio objectives or a ...
Toward a Successful Transition: A Checklist for the First 21 Years
January 24, 2017
“To Parents of Children with Developmental Disabilities . . . It is our hope that as parents you will always consider yourselves the experts on your child. We hope that as you seek information, help and guidance you will see your child in “people ...
Executive Order 2016-03 Recommendations: Establishing an ‘Employment First’ Policy
January 30, 2017
“Pennsylvanians with a disability are valued members of society and have demonstrated that they are productive, contributing members of the workforce. There is dignity in work, and when people with a disability hold jobs and earn competitive wages they ...
Oregon’s Transition Resource Handbook
April 26, 2017
~~“Oregon’s Employment First initiative has been the vehicle for state agencies to continue to operate together in improving competitive integrated employment outcomes for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Employment ...
Pennsylvania Training and Technical Assistance Network
April 26, 2017
~~“Working with the Bureau of Special Education (BSE), Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE), PaTTAN provides a full array of professional development and technical assistance targeted to improving student results. This professional development and ...
Vermont Transition and Career Planning Conference
April 26, 2017
“The 12th annual 2017 Transition and Career Planning Conference for K-12 Professionals will address highlighting the importance of “igniting the imagination” as students, educators, and parents create the developmental pathway through ...
Virginia Transition Services for Students with Disabilities
April 27, 2017
“VDOE's Transition Services website provides support, information and resources designed to improve the outcomes of students with disabilities in transition from middle / secondary education to postsecondary education and employment.”
Virginia Special Education Technical Assistance & Professional Development
April 27, 2017
“These resources were developed to provide professional development and technical assistance to parents, school personnel and other consumers. All resources are intended to provide guidance for addressing the regulatory requirements and instructional ...
Arizona Community of Practice on Transition (AZCoPT)
April 27, 2017
~~“The Arizona Community of Practice on Transition (AZCoPT) is a committee dedicated to improving collaboration among secondary transition planning partners.On this page you will find information on each community partner as well as a link to our ...
Arizona Community of Practice on Transition (AZCoPT)
April 27, 2017
~"The Arizona Community of Practice on Transition (AZCoPT) is a committee dedicated to improving collaboration among secondary transition planning partners.On this page you will find information on each community partner as well as a link to our monthly ...
Special Education Process Guide
April 27, 2017
~~ “The Notice of Conference is used by the LEA to take steps to ensure that parent(s) are afforded the opportunity to participate in the special education process. It is the district’s responsibility to provide parents with appropriate ...
Secondary Transition Planning
April 28, 2017
~~• “This Web page offers resources and guidelines for assisting educators, parents, and agency partners to improve compliance with state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to transition age youth and improve post-high school ...
“IEP Procedural Guidance: Exceptional Student Services Unit Technical Assistance”
April 28, 2017
~~“Secondary Transition Requirements:Age Appropriate Transition Assessments Transition assessment is the foundation of a meaningful IEP. The IEP must be based on newly administered or reviewed age appropriate transition assessments. Age-appropriate ...
Junior Partners in Policymaking
April 28, 2017
~~“Junior Partners in Policymaking™ is an exciting summer program for young adults ages 15 to 22. It is held at Dela-ware State University, where the par-ticipants live and learn for five nights and six days.During the day, participants are ...
District of Columbia Partners in Transition
April 28, 2017
~~“Visit OSSE's Secondary Transition website for more information on how to support students with disabilities in successful transitions to life after high school. The website also features information for educators, families, and students ...
“Individualized Education Program (IEP) Amendment Policy”
April 28, 2017
~~“The purpose of this Memorandum is to provide guidance and establish state-level parameters for utilizing the documented written agreement amendment modality to amend Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). It is the expectation of the Office of the ...
Limitations on Subminimum Wage
April 28, 2017
~~“Any individual hired into subminimum wage employment after July 22, 2016, must receive CC&IR services once every six months the first year of employment and annually thereafter. All individuals employed at subminimum wage prior to July 22, 2016, ...
Guiding Employment First In Indiana: A Statewide Plan
August 24, 2015
“In January 2010, the Indiana Medicaid Infrastructure Grant (MIG) began formal work to develop a comprehensive strategic plan to improve the employment services systems for individuals with disabilities (IWD). The MIG is a federal grant that works to ...
A Parent's Guide - Educational Rights and Responsibilities: Understanding Special Education in Illinois. Chapter 6: Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
May 01, 2017
~~“Once it is determined that a student meets the criteria to receive special education and related services, an Individualized Education Program (IEP) will be developed. An IEP is a written statement of the educational program designed to meet the ...
Iowa HF 572, Concerning who Consitatue the Membership of the State WIB
May 01, 2017
~~“An Iowa workforce development board is created,….” the law describes who will make up the 33 voting members and 13 non-voting of the board including the governor, a state senator, a state representative, the director of the Departments ...
Accommodations Manual 2018-2019
May 01, 2017
~~“The Kansas Assessment Program (KAP) Summative Assessment will have many tools available to help students navigate the online system. Some of the tools will be available to all students, while others will only be available to students who have ...
Graduation Pathways
May 01, 2017
~~“While most students with disabilities in Louisiana will pursue a traditional pathway to a high school diploma, certain students with disabilities who have an IEP have alternative pathways to a diploma available to them.•Students at the high ...
“LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION POSTS DRAFT ESSA PLAN FOR PUBLIC COMMENT”
May 01, 2017
~~“ESSA's provisions become effective July 1, 2017. Per the law, the United States Secretary of Education must approve or deny a plan within 120 days of a state submitting its plan to the U.S. Department of Education. Because completion of the plan ...
“THE HEART OF ESSA: REFLECT ON RESULTS, PLAN AND PRIORITIZE, AND FUND PRIORITIES”
May 01, 2017
~~“Career education access: Louisiana developed a career education initiative, Jump Start, as well as a diverse course delivery program known as Course Choice. Using funds won through the New Skills for Youth grant, Louisiana conducted an inventory of ...
“Louisiana Awarded $2 Million to Improve Career Education”
May 01, 2017
~~“The Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO) and JPMorgan Chase & Co. on Wednesday announced Louisiana is one of 10 states to receive a three-year, $2 million grant through phase two of the New Skills for Youth (NSFY) grant opportunity to ...
Maine State Plan for Assistive Technology Summary
May 01, 2017
~~“In 1989, the Governor appointed the Department of Education (DOE) as the lead agency for the Maine CITE Program. The Office of Special Services within the Department assumed responsibility for overseeing the activities of the Program.The Program ...
“Proficiency Diplomas Guidance for Students with Disabilities”
May 01, 2017
~~“Question: In the law it states “maintains the integrity of the standards as specified in the IEP”. Clarification: the IEP can define the performance tasks and accommodations, but not articulate the standards, correct?Answer: Correct. The ...
PRE-EMPLOYMENT TRANSITION SERVICES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
May 02, 2017
~~“Michigan Rehabilitation Services, in coordination with schools and other community partners, will offer Pre-Employment Transition Services for students with disabilities ages 14-26 in secondary or post-secondary education. Services are designed to be ...
“Measurable Annual Goals and Short Term Objectives”
May 02, 2017
~~“The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education (MARSE) require that annual goals and objectives must be measurable. In order to determine whether an annual goal or objective is ...
Recommendations for Improving School Funding in Mississippi
May 02, 2017
~~“Recommendation #3c: Create a commission to study and make recommendations related to service-based (IEP-based) fundingWhile multiple-tiered weights based on diagnosis alone would represent a big step forward for Mississippi, EdBuild believes that an ...
Proposed Part B State Plan Changes for 2017 “Transition Services”
May 02, 2017
~~“A. beginning not later than the first IEP to be in effect when the child is sixteen (16), or younger if determined appropriate by the IEP team, and updated annually thereafter appropriate measurable postsecondary goals based upon age appropriate ...
Part B Compliance
May 02, 2017
~~“THE STATE COMPLIANCE PLAN FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION is being revised during the 2016-17 school year to reflect updates in the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), provide clarification on a number of issues, and make substantive changes based on research ...
Missouri Interagency Transition Team
May 02, 2017
~~“The Missouri Interagency Transition Team (MITT) formed in 2007 by the Office of Special Education at the Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education to increase interagency collaboration at the state, regional, and local levels. This ...
NY Transition Planning and Services for Students with Disabilities Policy Brief
July 17, 2017
“The New York State Education Department has developed the attached policy brief, Transition Planning and Services for Students with Disabilities, to remind Committees on Special Education and school districts of their specific responsibilities under ...
Pennsylvania Employment First Executive Order Summary
July 18, 2017
“On March 10, 2016, Governor Tom Wolf signed Executive Order 2016-03, “Establishing ‘Employment First’ Policy and Increasing Competitive-Integrated Employment for Pennsylvanians with a Disability.”…Per the requirements of ...
Rhode Island Statewide Transition Capacity Building Institute
July 18, 2017
~~RIDE, in collaboration with the Regional Transition Centers, has hosted a Statewide Transition Capacity Building Institute for the last five years. Our National partners assist our state and districts in improving secondary education and transition ...
SC Employment First Initiative
July 18, 2017
“South Carolina is one of six states selected by the Administration for Community Living to receive funding in order to increase employment outcomes for youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities statewide. Employment First emphasizes ...
Utah State Office of Rehabilitation Services to Students with Disabilities Policy
July 18, 2017
“Transition services shall be provided to eligible Students and Youth with disabilities to facilitate the transition from educational settings in high school to VR services oriented toward an employment outcome consistent with the student/youth’s ...
Virginia Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities
July 18, 2017
“Led by the Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services and the Virginia Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired, this grant will help nearly 500 Virginians with disabilities, including young adults and veterans, gain new skills and ...
Maine Department of Education, Special Services, Career and Technical Education and Adult Education Memorandum of Understanding
July 18, 2017
“BRS [of Maine Department of Labor] and DOE agreement to cooperate to meet the needs of students with disabilities in particular to better coordinate the process of student transition”
Maine Department of Education, Special Services, Career and Technical Education and Adult Education Memorandum of Understanding
July 18, 2017
“BRS [of Maine Department of Labor] and DOE agreement to cooperate to meet the needs of students with disabilities in particular to better coordinate the process of student transition”
Executive Order 01.01.2009.10 Maryland Disability History and Awareness Month
July 19, 2017
“Now, therefore, I, Martin O’Malley, Governor of the State of Maryland […] hereby proclaim the following executive order, effective immediately.State of Maryland Executive Branch agencies shall annually observe October as Disability History ...
Minnesota Regional Low Incidence Projects
July 19, 2017
~~“The Minnesota Low Incidence Projects are designed to assist school districts across the state in fulfilling federal requirements in the areas of implementation of the IDEA, professional development and insuring the availability of high quality staff ...
2017-18 State Budget Briefing
July 27, 2017
~~“Employment First Policies for Individual with Disabilities: Adopts trailer bill language that requires that performance objectives included in regional center contracts measure progress and outcomes in implementing the Employment First ...
“Local Partnership Agreement Template"
July 27, 2017
~~“The California Department of Education (CDE), the Department of Rehabilitation (DOR), and the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) seek to foster an environment of collaboration to increase competitive integrated employment (CIE) opportunities ...
HB 371 An act relating to assistive technology devices; 2 amending s. 1003.575, F.S.
July 28, 2017
~~“Section 1003.575, Florida Statutes, is amended to read:1003.575 Assistive technology devices; findings; interagency agreements.—Accessibility, utilization, and coordination of appropriate assistive technology devices and services are essential ...
Olmstead Plan for Mental Health and Disability Services: State plan framework (2011 - 2015)
August 24, 2015
“The Department of Human Service’s priorities for Olmstead Plan implementation include establishing the leadership, necessary partnerships and infrastructure for a service system expanding opportunities for competitive employment.”The goals ...
NY Tax Credit for Employment of Persons with Disabilities
November 01, 2017
“You are entitled to this nonrefundable credit if you or your business employed a qualified employee within New York State who is certified by the New York State Education Department's Office of Vocational and Educational Services for ...
Experience the Employment Connection
November 01, 2017
Experience the Employment Connection is a training session offered in local areas across the state of PA. “Participants will learn how to work collaboratively, with numerous agencies, to obtain meaningful, integrative employment for the individuals they ...
South Carolina Uniform High School Diplomas Bill
November 01, 2017
“An act to amend section 59-39-100, as amended, code of laws of South Carolina, 1976, relating to the uniform diploma for graduates of accredited high schools, so as to provide personalized pathways for students to earn the diploma and to provide ...
SC Work-Based Learning Implementation Guidelines
November 01, 2017
“Education for all students should be relevant and provide appropriate transitions to future careers and lifelong learning. SC students can and should learn to apply their knowledge and skills to real life, real work, and real world situations, both ...
South Carolina Employability Credential
November 01, 2017
“South Carolina has roughly 100,000 students with disabilities serviced under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) of which the majority are able to earn a State high school diploma. Given the varying levels of student achievement, ...
TN Special Education Framework
November 01, 2017
“The purpose of the Special Education Framework is to support educators in writing instructionally appropriate IEPs. Several years ago, the department developed the first Special Education Framework and has continuously garnered feedback from educators ...
“Employment First Policy”
November 02, 2017
~~“Resources and guidelines for educators, parents, and agencies that will assist transition age youth develop postsecondary goals that lead to competitive, integrated employment (CIE).”
WI Project SEARCH
November 02, 2017
“Project SEARCH is a business led collaboration that enables young adults with disabilities to gain and maintain employment through training and career exploration. A 9-12 month program, Project SEARCH provides total immersion in a large community ...
Workability Transition Program
November 02, 2017
~~• “The WAI program offers students with an Individualized Education Program (IEP) the opportunity to complete their secondary education while also obtaining marketable job skills. WAI provides secondary students with an understanding of job ...
Support for Students with Significant Support Needs (SSN)
November 02, 2017
~~“Students with significant support needs are highly diverse learners with extensive needs in the areas of cognition and/or learning, communication, movement and social/emotional abilities. The individual may also have concurrent health, sensory, ...
Project Search
November 02, 2017
~~“Project SEARCH Hilton – Capital Area Region (Formerly Embassy Suites—DC) is a one-year “school-to-work” transition program designed to prepare DCPS adult students with intellectual and other developmental disabilities for ...
Iowa Coalition for Integrated Employment
August 25, 2015
“The Iowa Coalition for Integrated Employment’s consortium includes representatives from the Iowa DD Council, Iowa Department of Education, Iowa VR and the Department of Human Services. The partners have a history of routinely working together on ...
Project Search
November 02, 2017
~~“Project SEARCH Hilton – Capital Area Region (Formerly Embassy Suites—DC) is a one-year “school-to-work” transition program designed to prepare DCPS adult students with intellectual and other developmental disabilities for ...
Iowa AIDD Partnerships in Employment Systems Change Grant
August 25, 2015
The Iowa Coalition for Integrated Employment’s consortium includes representatives from various government and advocacy agencies and organizations. The objections of the coalition are: “Develop a Readiness for Change Plan for ...
“Learning Opportunities Transition from School to Adult Life
November 03, 2017
~~“Transition is a formal process of long-range cooperative planning that will assist students with disabilities to successfully move from school into the adult world. High quality transition planning and services will enable students with ...
Transition Services for Students with Disabilities
November 03, 2017
“For many students with disabilities the success of this transition from school to adult life depends on teamwork and collaboration between the schools and community resources. As one such resource, the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation works closely ...
Executive Order 01.01.2017.23 Maryland Disability Employment Awareness Month
November 03, 2017
“Now, therefore, I, Lawrence J. Hogan, Jr., Governor of the State of Maryland, by virtue of the power invested in my by the constitution and the laws of Maryland, declare the following: Each State department, board, agency, authority, board, or ...
Michigan Alliance for Families
November 03, 2017
“Michigan Alliance for Families provides information, support, and education for families who have children (birth through 26 years of age) who receive (or may be eligible to receive) special education services. This website can help you with finding ...
Kansas Employment First Oversight Commission Annual Report
September 01, 2015
~~“The Employment First Oversight Commission was established during the 2011 Kansas Legislative Session and became law on July 1, 2011. The Employment First law (K.S.A. 44-1136-38) details the duties and responsibilities of the oversight ...
Nebraska Youth Leadership Council
September 02, 2015
~~“NYLC was created “by youth for youth”. We are leaders and advocates who experience a disability. We travel the state promoting disability awareness and educating our peers on transitioning to college or work.”
Alabama Disability Employment Initiative
July 27, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people with disabilities who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving ...
Opening Doors: A Transition Guide
September 02, 2015
“This protocol is the result of the dialogue and cooperation of the NebraskaTransition Team members and other statewide representatives. Members met for three sessions with a facilitator for the purpose of better defining roles, responsibilities, tasks, ...
Employment First in Nevada
September 03, 2015
“Employment in the general workforce is the first and preferred outcome in the provision of publicly funded services for allworking age citizens with disabilities, regardless of level of disability. The expectation is that people work!”
New Hampshire HB 1174
September 03, 2015
“This bill establishes a committee to identify and recommend changes to New Hampshire laws and rules on the payment of subminimum wages to persons with disabilities.”
New Hampshire Council on Developmental Disabilities
September 03, 2015
“The purpose of State Councils is to ’engage in advocacy, capacity building, and systemic change activities that are consistent with the purpose of the DD Act and; contribute to a coordinated, consumer and family-centered, consumer and ...
New Hampshire Council on Developmental Disabilities (NHCDD) Five Year Plan (2016-2021), Executive Summary
September 03, 2015
Goal 2. Quality of Life: Individuals with developmental disabilities living in New Hampshire will have greater opportunities for inclusion through meaningful competitive employment, friendships and relationships, recreation and choice of social activities, ...
Institute on Disability/UCEDD - University of New Hampshire
September 03, 2015
“Trains students, self-advocates, families and professionals through coursework, seminars, workshops and conferences; Provides technical assistance to organizations and individuals to improve their capacity to include all citizens. Disseminates ...
New Hampshire Governor's Commission on Disability
September 03, 2015
The Governor’s Commission on Disability provides information about the many services, laws, and regulations that affect citizens with disabilities.
New Hampshire Medicaid Infrastructure Grant Five Year Plan (2008-2012)
September 03, 2015
• MIG funds were used during 2002 and 2003 to provide the 13 New Hampshire Employment Security One-Stops with equipment and resource materials (e.g., screen readers, audio “how to” tapes) to make them more accessible to individuals with ...
New York Disability Employment Initiative Round 8
February 07, 2018
“NY DEI will fund four Disability Resource Coordinators and implement activities that will improve education and employment outcomes for youth with disabilities by increasing their participation in existing Career Pathways programs. Expanding the ...
Employment First Task Force Joint Guidance: Limitations on Use of Subminimum Wage
February 07, 2018
“Section 511 of the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act of 2014 (WIOA), which took effect July 22, 2016, is intended to place limits on the payment of subminimum wage to individuals with disabilities, using special wage certificates under ...
Employment First PA Fiscal Year 2017-2018 Quarter 4 Updates
February 07, 2018
This document lists updates from agencies involved with Pennsylvania’s Employment First initiative. Updates are focused around various priorities, including raising expectations for youth with disabilities, preparing students for school-to-work ...
Rhode Island Disability Employment Initiative Round 8
February 07, 2018
“RI DEI will fund four Disability Resource Coordinators and implement activities that will continue with its success in re-integrating the Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities populations from sheltered workshops and segregated day programs and ...
UW ECHO in Secondary Transitions
February 08, 2018
~~“The UW ECHO in Secondary Transitions network will be discontinued for the 2019 – 2020 academic year.Recorded sessions are available through WyoLearn. We thank you for your support and participation in theUW ECHO in Education ...
Alabama Transition Standards
February 12, 2018
~~“This set of standards emphasizes the career development process of high school students with disabilities. Since career development is a process that occurs over the course of a lifetime rather than a one-time event…such standards are ...
Colorado Department of Education “Secondary Transition
February 12, 2018
~~“Secondary Transition is the process of preparing students for adult life after they leave high school and can be thought of as a bridge between school programs and the opportunities of adult life, including higher education or training, employment, ...
Parent Involvement Initiative
February 13, 2018
“The Parent Involvement Initiative is part of the Kentucky Department of Education’s State Personnel Development Grant (SPDG), funded by the Office of Special Education Programs and managed by the University of Kentucky. It is designed to promote ...
Delaware Regulations, Title 14:900: 925
February 13, 2018
~~“925 Children with Disabilities Subpart D, Evaluations, Eligibility Determination, Individualized Education Programs:Non-regulatory note: Some sections of this regulation are shown in italics. Federal law requires that the Delaware Department of ...
Maine Department of Labor Receives Grant to Improve Employment Rates of Youth with Disabilities
February 13, 2018
“Commissioner of Labor Jeanne Paquette is pleased to announce that the U.S. Department of Education has awarded the Bureau of Rehabilitation Services, part of the Maine Department of Labor, $9 million to help students with disabilities prepare for ...
IDEA Grant Funded Initiatives
February 13, 2018
“The Michigan Department of Education (MDE), Office of Special Education (OSE) established various Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Grant Funded Initiatives to enhance its support for special education in Michigan. IDEA Grant Funded ...
Secondary Student Progression: 2017-2018 Frequently Asked Questions
February 13, 2018
~~“What are the graduation requirements for students with disabilities?Most students with disabilities take the same courses and assessments as other students to earn a standard diploma. The following options are only for students with ...
GVRA provides Career Specialist Pilot for ECCHS
February 13, 2018
~~“Elbert County Comprehensive High School (ECCHS) was selected as one of five Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency (GVRA) Capacity Building Pilots to receive a Career Specialist for Transition funded by GVRA. In collaboration with the Georgia ...
Transition Timeline
February 14, 2018
“Toward successful transition: A checklist for the first 21 years.”
2017 Disability Employment and Inclusion Awards
February 14, 2018
“Two Nebraska VR partners received awards for their role in creating inclusive workplaces and advocacy for disability employment during a ceremony October 10 at the State Capitol.”
“One Door, Many Paths” a WIOA Partner’s Workshop
February 14, 2018
~~“The One Door Many Paths Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Summit will be held May 21, 2018, at the Sheraton West Des Moines. This is Iowa's second jointly facilitated event by Iowa Workforce Development, the Iowa Department of ...
Transition Services
February 14, 2018
~~“Transition services are designed to assist and prepare a student in special education to move from secondary education to the workplace or to higher education. Heartland AEA consultants assist schools, students and families in making transition ...
Kansas Educator Preparation Program Standards for Secondary Education Unified 6-12
February 15, 2018
~~“The initial Secondary Education Unified 6-12 License will prepare teacher candidates to work with 6th grade through 12th grade learners** to identify those with special needs and to aid in effective support and intervention through collaboration with ...
Kentucky Community Work Transition Program (CWTP)
September 04, 2015
~~“The Community Work Transition Program (CWTP) is a fee-for-service program addressing the VR Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) requirements of providing targeted pre-employment transition services to students and promoting successful ...
Memorandum of Understanding Transition to Employment of Students and Youth with Disabiilities
March 19, 2018
Vision: Through strong interagency collaboration, students with disabilities will exit school with competitive integrated employment and/or a connection to post-secondary education intended to lead to employment.1, Recitals and Purpose1.1. Nationally and in ...
Arkansas Employment First Task Force Final Report
July 28, 2015
"After the Governor signed Executive Order 10-17, the Department of Human Services convened the Employment First Task Force. The Task Force was comprised of representatives from state agencies, provider associations, and advocacy groups. The Task Force ...
Kentucky Educational Collaborative for State Agency Children Resource Guide
September 04, 2015
“This resource book came about because several young people who had lived in parental and foster homes their entire lives realized they were facing life after high school in a nursing facility because of lack of available adult supports in the community ...
Utah Administrative Code Rule R277-705-6: Career Development Credentials
June 13, 2018
“The Utah State Board of Education gave final approval to administrative rule R277-705 Secondary School Completion Diploma in December after a subcommittee of educators and advocates from around the state surveyed stakeholders and recommended the ...
Wisconsin Act 178: Employment First Bill
June 13, 2018
“An Act to create 47.05 of the statutes; relating to: competitive integrated employment of persons with a disability and granting rule-making authority.”
Memorandum of Understanding: Transition to Employment of Students and Youth with Disabilities
June 13, 2018
“Vision: Through strong interagency collaboration, students with disabilities will exit school with competitive integrated employment and/or a connection to post-secondary intended to lead to employment.”
WI Vocational Rehabilitation Transition Services for Students with Disabilities
June 13, 2018
“DVR works with students with disabilities who are transitioning from high school to employment and training. DVR works with the Department of Public Instruction (DPI) and the Department of Health Services (DHS) to help students have a smooth transition ...
WV Department of Education Policy 2520.16: West Virginia Alternate Academic Achievement Standards
June 13, 2018
“West Virginia Alternate Academic Achievement Standards defines the alternate academic achievement standards grades K-12 for students with the most significant cognitive disabilities and provides rigorous and challenging standards to meet the ...
Collaboration Announcement
June 13, 2018
“Nebraska VR (Vocational Rehabilitation) in the Department of Education and the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) in the Department of Health and Human Services have partnered to coordinate employment services for individuals with ...
Education Training and Technical Assistance Project
June 13, 2018
“The Nevada Center for Excellence in Disabilities, in collaboration with the Nevada Department of Education, Office of Special Education, Elementary and Secondary Education, and School Improvement Programs, proposes to coordinate training and technical ...
Collaborative Initiatives across Career and Technical Education, Vocational Rehabilitation and Special Education: Three State/Local Stories
June 13, 2018
“Learning ObjectivesAttendees will gain knowledge of:• predictors and evidence-based and promising practices specific to interagency collaboration across CTE, VR, and SpEd;• effective strategies to build partnerships between CTE, VR, and SpEd; ...
Kentucky DOE ESEA Flexibility Request
September 04, 2015
“The Kentucky State Department of Education’s ESEA flexibility request was approved on February 9, 2012.”
Mastering the Maze: The Special Education Process 1: Referral through IEP Implementation (Draft)
June 14, 2018
~~“Employment/Occupation/Career Goal l (Select or write the most appropriate goal for the student):• Student will reach college and career readiness by potentially earning an industry career credential. • Student will be prepared to ...
Alabama’s Transition Engagement Series #1
June 14, 2018
~~“Alabama’s Transition Engagement Series #1 – Helping Students Achieve Post-School Outcomes: A Handbook for Engaging Secondary Transition Professionals is a handbook designed for Special Education professionals who serve students with ...
Disability Categories
June 14, 2018
~~“Fourteen disabilities have been identified under ECEA. NOTE: Some of these disabilities have sub-menus on the left to sort their information.Those persons from three to twenty-one years of age who, by reason of one or more of the following ...
A Parent’s Guide to Special Education in Connecticut
June 15, 2018
~~“Transitioning from High School to Post-School ActivitiesAt the annual PPT meeting following your child’s fifteenth birthday (or younger, if determined appropriate) you will begin to discuss transition planning from school to adult life. Your ...
Nursing Home Diversion and Transition Program
June 15, 2018
~~“The purpose of this program is to ensure that nursing home placements for DMHAS clients (or DMHAS-eligible clients) are necessary, appropriate, and safe. Preadmission Screening Resident Review (PASRR) is an integral part of the ...
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Two Year Modification
June 15, 2018
~~“Promoting integrated employment in the community as the first and preferred option for individuals with disabilities under the Employment First Florida initiative. FDBS provides training and education on integrated employment to staff and community ...
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Two Year Modification - VR Transition Youth program
June 15, 2018
~~ “The VR Transition Youth program administrator serves as a representative on the State Secondary Transition Interagency Committee. The program administrator works closely with the regional representatives of Project 10: ...
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Two Year Modification - Needs Assessment and Evaluation
June 15, 2018
~~“Needs Assessment and EvaluationA biannual training needs assessment is conducted using information from several sources. These include a formal needs assessment instrument, performance evaluation data, training evaluation sheets obtained from every ...
IEP Team Meeting Facilitation
June 15, 2018
~~“IEP Team Meeting Facilitation is a collaborative dispute prevention and resolution process used when members of an IEP Team agree that the presence of a third party would help facilitate communication and problem solving. IEP Team Meeting ...
Arkansas Department of Career Education Transition Services
July 28, 2015
~Arkansas Rehabilitation Services works to provide opportunities for Rehabilitation counselors and schools to develop partnerships in an effort to prepare high school students with disabilities the knowledge, skills, and abilities to achieve successful ...
Pennsylvania House Bill 1641: Employment First Law
June 22, 2018
“An Act providing for competitive integrated employment in State and county agencies and any entity providing publicly funded education, training, employment and related services and long-term services and supports for working-age Pennsylvanians with a ...
Louisiana Disability Employment Initiative
September 05, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for youth and adults with disabilities who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving ...
Arkansas Department of Career Education Arkansas Rehabilitation Services Division “Fiscal Year 2015 State Plan For the Vocational Rehabilitation Services and Supported Employment Services Programs”
July 28, 2015
ARS [Arkansas Rehabilitation Services] collaborates and coordinates services with federal, state and local agencies that contribute to the vocational rehabilitation and independent living of Arkansans with disabilities. ARS cooperates with agencies in ...
Engage Alabama: Secondary Transition Best Practices for Positive Student Outcomes
October 18, 2018
~~The objectives of this presentation are: “Provide participants with a brief overview of the letter and spirit of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) as it applies to transition. Demonstrate the use of transition ...
Information on the Formal Interagency Agreement with the State Educational Agency
October 18, 2018
~~DEED’s Special Education Unit and DVR have an interagency agreement that is designed to facilitate the transition of students with disabilities from receipt of educational services in school to the receipt of vocational rehabilitation ...
Getting a Higher Education: The Details
October 19, 2018
~~If you need special supports or accommodations to succeed while you are in high school, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requires that a well thought-out Individualized Education Program (IEP) be developed and updated yearly. The ...
Special Populations Program Summary
October 19, 2018
~~“This page discusses career technical education for special populations as defined by the federal Perkins Vocational and Technical Education Act. PurposeTo assure accountability for services to special populations, including students pursuing ...
Charting a Course for the Future - A Transition Toolkit
October 19, 2018
~~In order to improve outcomes for youth with disabilities, transition services requirements were included in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA P.L. 101-476). The basic purpose of including transition components in the legislation is ...
Secondary Transition Resources for Special Education Students
October 19, 2018
~~This page is a collection of links to materials about secondary transition The categories are:Community-Based Transition Services (18-21) Guidance DocumentsIEPs - Checklists, Goals & Objectives, RubricsSecondary Transition Reports
Louisiana's ESEA Flexibility Request
September 05, 2015
“By submitting this flexibility request, the SEA requests flexibility through waivers of the ten ESEA requirements listed below and their associated regulatory, administrative, and reporting requirements by checking each of the boxes below. The ...
Project Search
October 22, 2018
~~Project SEARCH was originally launched in 1996 at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. Designed to prepare young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities for competitive employment, this one-year “school- to-work” ...
Secondary Transition
October 22, 2018
~~“The term “transition services” or “transition planning” means a coordinated set of activities for a child with a disability that:•Is designed to be within a results-oriented process, that is focused on improving the ...
2018 Idaho Transition Institute
October 22, 2018
~~The 2018 Idaho Transition Institute serves as a powerful opportunity for school district and charter teams to connect with partnering Idaho agencies and higher education offering transition resources and experiences to students with disabilities. With an ...
Special Education Programs Indicator 13: Secondary Transition
October 23, 2018
~~This page has information on Secondary Transition and Indicator13 from the SPP/APR including links to a webinar series, FAQs, and Evidence Based Practices.
Graduation Pathways Policy Guidance
October 23, 2018
~~How will accommodations be provided for students with disabilities (e.g., IEPs and 504 plans)?The student’s IEP must include appropriate accommodations and related services and supplementary aids and services to help the student meet all Pathway ...
New Hampshire ESEA Flexibility Approval
September 08, 2015
The New Hampshire Department of Education's ESEA flexibility request was approved on June 26, 2013.
Secondary Transition and Workforce Development for Students with Disabilities
October 23, 2018
~~“Federal and State RequirementsIn Ohio, students with disabilities ages 14 or younger, if appropriate, formally enter into the secondary transition planning process. A truly successful transition process is the result of comprehensive planning that is ...
Special Education Technical Assistance
October 24, 2018
~~“Welcome to the OSDE-SES Technical Assistance page. This page provides access to handbooks, manuals, and guides related to special education services, self assessment tools, and a link to the special education staffing page.”
Secondary Transition
October 24, 2018
~~“Transition services are crucial in supporting students as they plan for post-school goals. Transition plans assist students in meeting their post-school goals, such as: gainful employment, post-secondary education or training, independent living, ...
Transition Tools
October 24, 2018
~~These resources can provide specific information to assist in the transition of students with disabilities from school to work or to higher education.TAGG Flyer - Transition Assessment and Goal Generator - A new online transition assessment for high school ...
New Jersey Governor’s Employment First Declaration
September 08, 2015
~~“Recognizing the opportunity for New Jersey to improve employment statistics by increasing the number of people with disabilities in the general workforce, Governor Christie declared New Jersey an “Employment First” state on April ...
Frequently Asked Questions Resource for schools Requesting Approval for a CTE Program
October 25, 2018
~~“This resource offers expanded information to school administrators who are completing the application required to offer a career and technical education (CTE) program”
Transition Services
October 25, 2018
~~“Transition services means a coordinated set of activities for a child with a disability that —(1) Is designed to be within a results oriented process that is focused on improving the academic and functional achievement of the child with a ...
RHODE ISLAND INITIATIVES 2018-19
October 25, 2018
~~“It is the policy of the RI Department of Education to support and promote practices in local education agencies and with partner agencies that support students with intellectual/developmental disabilities in exiting the public education system to ...
College & Career: Exploration and Preparation Building the Talent Pipeline in South Carolina
October 26, 2018
~~Want to know what business industry clusters are most widely available or needed in your region of the state? Search and explore essential business industry information for each region of South Carolina: Upstate, Central, Pee Dee, and South Coast. Each ...
Fiscal Year 2017 Monitoring Report on the Michigan Rehabilitation Services Vocational Rehabilitation and Supported Employment Programs
November 01, 2018
~~“Through implementation of this focus area, RSA assessed the achievement of quality employment outcomes by individuals with disabilities served in the VR program by conducting an in-depth and integrated analysis of core VR program data and review of ...
Nebraska VR Joins Broad Effort to Observe National Disability Employment Awareness Month
November 02, 2018
~~“Nebraska VR today announced its participation in National Disability Employment Awareness Month, an annual awareness campaign that takes place each October. The purpose of National Disability Employment Awareness Month that traces back to 1945 is to ...
Agencies- Transition Services Liaison Project
November 05, 2018
Transition services are a coordinated set of activities for a child with a disability, based on the individual child’s needs, taking into account the child’s strengths, preferences and interests; and designed to be within a results-oriented ...
Division of Career and Technical Education
November 05, 2018
~~The goal of the South Dakota Department of Education is for all students to graduate college, career and become life ready. The Division of Career and Technical Education (DCTE) provides support for students’ preparations for postsecondary education ...
TN Special Education: Secondary Transition
November 05, 2018
~~The department encourages districts to prepare all students for Career and College Readiness. The programs, resources, and services included in these guidelines demonstrate best practices in serving Students with Disabilities as they transition from ...
Secondary Transition Guidance
November 06, 2018
~~“On this page you will find information about transition from school settings to post-school settings. This transition process should begin as early as possible but formally begins when a student with a disability turns 16 (19 TAC ...
Special Education School to Post-School Transition
November 06, 2018
~~This is a page of resources including Assessments, Regulations, Guidelines, IEP and other topics
Utah Administrative Code Rule R539-9. State Supported Employment Program
November 06, 2018
~~“The purpose of this rule is to provide:(a) procedures and standards for the determination of eligibility for the Division's state supported employment program for Persons on the Division's Waiting List as specified in R539-2-4.(2) This rule ...
Training Options after High School
November 06, 2018
~~With support from teachers, adult agencies and families students may start or continue training after high school. Students receiving special education services participate in the development of postsecondary training goals in their transition IEPs by age ...
Secondary Transition: Consent for Inviting Participating Agency Representatives
November 06, 2018
~~“Are school personnel required to obtain written consent from the parent to invite a participating agency representative to an IEP meeting before they invite the agency representative?Yes, the local school division must acquire written consent from ...
New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities (2012-2017) Five-Year Planning Goals
September 08, 2015
Goal: Advance New Jersey’s practices/performance as an Employment First state considering all individuals with developmental disabilities.Implementation Targets:• Evaluate New Jersey’s Employment First policies and practices compared to best ...
Planning the Future for Students with Disabilities
November 07, 2018
~~“This guide is intended to provide information that is applicable to “most” young adults. However, individual needs, developmental levels and circumstances vary. Parental/guardian involvement and young adults’ input is highly ...
Transition Readiness Grant Program
November 07, 2018
~~“Thirty-seven school districts across Wisconsin will receive funding through the Transition Readiness Grant Program starting this month. Based on Wisconsin’s Let’s Get to Work grant project, the program was created in order to strengthen ...
Secondary Transition
November 08, 2018
~~‘The UW ECHO in Secondary Transitions network will be discontinued for the 2019 – 2020 academic year.Recorded sessions are available through WyoLearn."
New Jersey Five-Year Career and Technical Education State Plan
September 08, 2015
”The OCTE will work collaboratively with the NJDOE Division of Student Services, Office of Special Education Programs, to ensure that people with disabilities are an integral part of the labor force in New Jersey and are active and valuable participants ...
Office of Special Education Transition Requirements – NJ Administrative Code 6A-14
September 08, 2015
(34) Transition services. The term "transition services" means a coordinated set of activities for a child with a disability that— (A) is designed to be within a results-oriented process, that is focused on improving the academic and ...
Secondary Transition Planning “Compliance”
May 08, 2019
~“Resources and guidelines for educators, parents and agencies that will assist transition age youth develop transition plans that comply with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) are available on the Department of Education’s ...
922 Children with Disabilities Subpart A, Purposes and Definitions
May 09, 2019
~~“Transition Services” means a coordinated set of activities for a child with a disability that is designed to be within a results oriented process, that is focused on improving the academic and functional achievement of the child with a ...
923 Children with Disabilities Subpart B General Duties and Eligibility of Agencies
May 09, 2019
~~“10.0 Program Options; Vocational and Career Technical Programs and Services10.1 Each public agency shall ensure children with disabilities have available to them the variety of educational programs and services available to nondisabled children in ...
PIPEline to Career Success for SWD 1 PIPEline to Career Success for Students with Disabilities
May 09, 2019
~~“A collaboration of Delaware state agencies and national organizations that serve SWD will modify a proven change process to increase positive educational and employment outcomes for SWD to address these disparities. The National Alliance for ...
Special Education Services and Supports
May 09, 2019
~~“The Georgia Department of Education (Division for Special Education Services and Supports) provides necessary infrastructure and supports for leaders, teachers, and families to meet the whole child needs of each student improving student outcomes and ...
Technical Assistance for Transition
May 09, 2019
~~This page is a list of materials about “Technical Assistance for Transition includes topics such as Transition Compliance, Transition Planning, IEP Development, and topics related to transition andimprovement activities.”
How the Indiana Office of Special Education Makes Determinations Under the Results Driven Accountability and Differentiated Support System
May 10, 2019
~“IDEA 2004 requires states to make annual “Determinations” on the performance of each Local Education Agency in implementing the requirements and purposes of the IDEA 2004, with regard to the provision of special education and related ...
Making a smooth transition: Life after high school
May 10, 2019
~The Iowa Department of Education published an online article: “Making a smooth transition: Life after high school” The article describes work-based learning opportunities available through the Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services (IVRS) with ...
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY GUIDLINES FOR KENTUCKY SCHOOLS
May 13, 2019
~~“The purpose of this document is to assist teachers and administrators in identifying and meeting student needs for assistive technology as provided by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and to offer specific directions on ...
Working with Exceptional Children in CTE
May 13, 2019
~~‘The Office of Career and Technical Education collaborates with the Office of Teaching and Learning to ensure we have strategies that help us uphold our Mission for all students.Exceptional Children include Special Needs, English Learners, Gifted and ...
DiscoverAbility NJ
September 08, 2015
DiscoverAbility NJ is a living document that was built upon the state's longstanding efforts to improve the labor market participation of people with disabilities. At the same time it included contemporary thinking about what is needed to increase their ...
Transition Resources
May 13, 2019
~~“This page contains information and resources which may prove helpful as districts and parents work together to develop meaningful transition plans for students with severe disabilities.”
Special Education Services
May 13, 2019
~~“Welcome to the Division of IDEA implementation and Preschool. This site includes information on all aspects of special education programs in public schools. We welcome your comments and suggestions. If you need further ...
Guidance for IEP Teams on Participation Decisions for the Maine’s Alternate Assessments “Participation Decision Flowchart”
May 13, 2019
~~The Dept. of Education issued guidance on alternative assessments. Options are described and available at its website.
Massachusetts ESSA Plan: Executive Summary (Word document)
May 14, 2019
~~“ESE seeks to ensure that all Massachusetts students are prepared for success after high school. To attain this goal, we have been working to provide individuals with the requisite knowledge, skills, and experiences in the academic, workplace ...
Supports for Students with Disabilities
May 14, 2019
~~“Many offices, agencies, and organizations outside of the Office of Special Education (OSE) work with families and schools to support students with disabilities.”This site has links to a variety of services including Assistive Technology and ...
Perkins V Legislation (Federal)
May 14, 2019
~~“The Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act, also known as Perkins V, was signed into law by President Trump on July 31, 2018, and goes into effect July 1, 2019. Perkins V provides the charge and funding to support ...
Access to Career Technical Education for Students with a Disability (ACTE-SPED) aid
May 14, 2019
~~“Access to Career Technical Education for Students with a Disability (ACTE-SPED) aid is designed for students who require curriculum modifications and special equipment to participate in state-approved Career Technical Education (CTE) work-based ...
Graduation Requirements for Students in Missouri Public Schools
May 15, 2019
~~“Off-Campus InstructionMany students who are juniors and seniors in high school can benefit from authentic school-directed and supervised paid or unpaid learning experiences through assignment to off-campus locations under cooperative arrangements ...
New Jersey ESEA Flexibility Request Approval
September 08, 2015
The New Jersey State Department of Education’s ESEA flexibility request was approved on February 9, 2012.
Nebraska VR & Project SEARCH
May 15, 2019
~~“Nebraska VR works with schools and other organizations across the state to help students plan for the future and prepare for careers that match their skills, abilities, and interests.To meet the employment needs of students with disabilities, ...
Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act – Perkins V
May 15, 2019
~~“Perkins V is largely based on the structure and content of current law but makes some key changes that will impact the ...
Title I-D Guidance Document
May 15, 2019
~~“Subpart 1(Section 1414) State Agency ApplicationsAny State agency that desires to receive funds to carry out a program under this subpart shall submit an application to the State educational agency that:……provides an assurance that the ...
ALTERNATIVE DIPLOMA COMPUTER EDUCATION AND TECHNOLOGY GUIDANCE
May 15, 2019
~~“The Nevada Department of Education’s Office of Special Education recognizes that students with significant cognitive disabilities (SCD) represent a broad diversity of abilities ...
PROJECT SEARCH SEACOAST NEW HAMPSHIRE
May 16, 2019
~~“Combining classroom instruction, career exploration, on-the-job training and support, Project SEARCH Seacoast NH helps students gain employment in the community by providing real-life work experience and teaching independent living skills. Classroom ...
Dare to Dream in 2019 High School Student Leadership Conference
May 16, 2019
~~“The New Jersey Department of Education, Office of Special Education is sponsoring regional Dare to Dream Student Leadership conferences that highlight strategies and information to prepare high school students with disabilities for college and career ...
Program Description Handbook 2018-19 “Integrated Employment”
May 16, 2019
~~“Through the passage of Chapter 515 of the Laws of 1992, integrated employment, including supported employment, is implemented through a collaborative interagency process. This legislation designated Vocational and Educational Services for ...
New York State Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Combined State Plan
May 16, 2019
~~“The Federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) requires states to submit a 4-year Combined Plan to receive funding for the six WIOA core programs: Adult; Dislocated Worker; Youth; Wagner Peyser Employment; Adult Education and Literacy; ...
Exceptional Children
May 16, 2019
~~“The mission of the Exceptional Children Division is to ensure that students with disabilities develop intellectually, physically, emotionally, and vocationally through the provision of an appropriate individualized education program in the least ...
Special Education
May 17, 2019
~~“The Oklahoma State Department of Education, Special Education Services (OSDE-SES) is committed to providing guidance and support in order to promote excellence in education from infancy to adulthood for children with disabilities as outlined in the ...
PAsmart Grants Frame work Principles and Funding Priorities
May 20, 2019
~~“Expected Outcomes: PAsmart grants for K-12 CS and STEM education and professional development initiatives may support the following activities that:•Create or expand high-quality CS and STEM courses to ...
Transition Planning
May 20, 2019
~~This page has a collection of material to help with Secondary Transition
High School Transition for Students with Disabilities
May 20, 2019
~~“Transition services are a coordinated set of activities for a child with a disability, based on the individual child’s needs, taking into account the child’s strengths, preferences and interests; and designed to be within a ...
TSLP Employment
May 20, 2019
~~“Transition services are best delivered in a framework where there is coordination between education and VR that actively involve the student and family and are focused on the outcome. The following transition services known as Pre-Employment ...
Tennessee Board of Education “High School Policy”
May 20, 2019
~~“At age fourteen (14) or prior to the ninth (9th) grade, all students, including students with an Individualized Education Program (IEP), shall ...
S.B. 748: Modernizing Transition Planning
May 20, 2019
~~This is a presentation on the current state of Transition in the Texas Education Agency. Topics include: Senate Bill 748 (85th Texas Legislature) Current Statutes Amended Responsibilities What is “Appropriate?” Supported ...
Special Education: School to Post-School Transition
May 20, 2019
~~This is a collection of material on different aspects of the Transition process including: Assessment, Regulation, IEP, Resources and Conferences among other topics
Utah Program Improvement Planning System 2018–2019 MANUAL
May 20, 2019
~~“Goal Statement 9:All students with disabilities, beginning at age 14, or earlier if appropriate, receive individualized, coordinated transition services, designed within an outcome-oriented process that promotes movement from school to post-school ...
Special Education
May 21, 2019
~~“The Agency of Education (AOE) makes sure that federal and Vermont state regulations are followed so that students with disabilities can have access to a free and appropriate public education (FAPE).”
Special Education Resources
May 21, 2019
~~“Secondary Transition PlanningPersonalized Learning and Transition Planning Module Series, a professional learning opportunity presented by Lee Ann Jung and Lead InclusionIn this 5 module series participants will identify and explore the implications ...
Special Education Requirements Under the Workforce Innovations and Opportunity Act (WIOA)
May 21, 2019
~~” This memorandum will address certain school division responsibilities under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), a federal law that reauthorized the Workforce Investment Act of 1998. In general, it enhances the Virginia ...
Review of Virginia’s Plan to Increase Employment First Plan: FY 2016-FY2018-Goals, Strategies, and Action Items
May 21, 2019
~~“DBHDS, with the input of the E1AG (formerly the SELN-VA Advisory Committee) has revised the FY16-FY18 plan to increase employment opportunities. It was provided with the Status Report as of 6/30/18. The Plan includes five goal areas each of which has ...
2017 Wisconsin Act 178: Increasing Competitive Integrated Employment Outcomes
May 21, 2019
~~“2017 Wisconsin Act 178 requires DVR, DHS, and DPI to collaborate, with the input of stakeholders, in the development of a joint plan to increase CIE. This plan establishes performance improvement targets, describing ...
Transition Readiness Grant Application Evidence-Based Practices Fund
May 22, 2019
~~“The Transition Readiness Grant program was established in FY 19 to assist districts and charter schools under Wis. Stat. § 118.40(2r) and (2x) in expanding capacity ...
NY State Plan for VR Services and Supplement for Supported Employment Services Program (Attachment 4.8(b)(2))
September 08, 2015
Goal 1.1.A Youth: Increase the percentage of youth with disabilities (applicants prior to age 22) exiting the VR Program after receiving services that achieve an employment outcome and exceed the national standard of 55.8 percent. Baseline FFY ...
2019 Transition Conference & Directors' Institute - Phoenix, AZ
September 25, 2019
~~“The Arizona Department of Education, Exceptional Student Services is pleased to present the opening of registration for Arizona’s Annual Transition Conference, Building Success: One Transition at a Time, and the Arizona Directors’ ...
California CIE: Blueprint for Change
September 25, 2019
~~“The California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR), California Department of Education (CDE), and California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) have entered into a new agreement consistent with the State’s “Employment ...
DRAFT 2019–20 California State Transition Plan for Career Technical Education
September 25, 2019
~~ “California is dedicated to the belief that all students can learn and that students with disabilities and English Learners must be guaranteed equal opportunity to access career pathways programs to realize their greatest potential. Through statewide ...
Special Education Fiscal Advisory Committee (SEFAC)
September 26, 2019
~~“SEFAC was established in 2006 by House Bill 06-1375 and is the Special Education Fiscal Advisory Committee. The committee is charged with the allocation of an annual appropriation, currently $4 million. The committee has the discretion to ...
First Annual Deaf and Hard of Hearing Transforming Transition Conference
September 26, 2019
~~“In order for Deaf and Hard of Hearing adolescents to graduate feeling confident in their future goals, supported, and self-determined to pursue next steps as productive young adults, a collaborative strategic individualized transition plan is ...
Resources for Eligibility and Guidance (SLD)
September 26, 2019
~~This page has links to a variety of materials including technical assistance, “Guidelines for Identifying Students with Specific Learning Disabilities”, and IEP forms.
Planning and Placement Team (PPT) Process and Individualized Education Program (IEP) Forms
September 26, 2019
~~This page has links to the IEP Guide and other documents to assist in the IEP process.
Individualized Education Program (IEP)
September 26, 2019
~~“An Individualized Education Program is a process that outlines the learning goals for a student with disabilities and the services a school must provide the student in order to meet those goals. This process is recorded in written form on the ...
McKay Scholarship Program FAQs
September 26, 2019
~~“The McKay Scholarships for Students with Disabilities Program, originally created in 1999, provides scholarships for eligible students with disabilities to attend an eligible public or private school of their choice. Students with disabilities ...
Approval of Florida’s Carl D. Perkins V Transition Plan
September 26, 2019
~~“Florida is submitting this transition plan for the Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act (Perkins V). The transition plan covers the program year July 1, 2019 – June 30, 2020 and represents an agreement between ...
Hawaii’s IDEA Part B Profile
September 27, 2019
~~“The U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) has created an IDEA Part B Profile for Hawaii that provides a resource for IDEA-related, State-specific information. Hawai‘i's state profile ...
Individualized Education Program
September 27, 2019
~~ “An IEP is a written statement about the educational program for a child with a disability. It serves as a management tool used to ensure that the child receives the needed special education and related services. It also serves as an evaluation ...
Conducting an IEP Meeting
September 27, 2019
~~This document gives guidance in how to prepare and conduct IEP meetings
“Idaho IEP Guidance Handbook” State Department of Education
September 27, 2019
~~“Secondary Transition PlanningIn order to best meet IDEA and to prepare our students for post-secondary education, training, employment and independent living, transition plans must be in place before a student’s 16th birthday. This ...
Transition Portfolio Guidance 2019-2020
September 27, 2019
~~“This document provides guidance for the development of a student portfolio which may serve as the “Summary of Performance” under 511 IAC 7-43-7 of the Indiana Special Education Rule, Article 7. The Summary of Performance is ...
Indiana Certificate of Completion
September 27, 2019
~~“The Course of Study for the Certificate of Completion is a framework for aligning curriculum to grade level standards while meeting the individual goals and transition needs stated in the student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP).”
Reevaluation Questions
September 27, 2019
~~“The Reevaluation questions related to school to work transition were developed to ensure that the IEP team has discussed and considered all necessary information in order to make a good decision regarding the continued eligibility of the ...
Due Process Considerations for IEP Teams
September 27, 2019
~~“The following Due Process issues need to be considered by IEP teams:• Meeting Notice• Procedural Safeguards• Transfer of Rights• Prior Written Notice• What to do if parents want to file a ...
Transition Resources
September 27, 2019
~~This page at the Iowa Department of Vocational Rehabilitation website has links to information such as the IVRS Transition Brochure, the Department of Education Memorandum of Agreement, Pre-ETS Transition Services and others.
Special Education Reimbursement Guide State Categorical Aid
September 27, 2019
~~“Categorical aid helps with the cost of implementing Individualized Education Program(IEP)services over and above the regular education that all students are entitled to receive. All expenditures claimed for reimbursement under categorical aid must ...
Special Education Forms - Due Process
September 27, 2019
~~“This page contains downloads to special education forms commonly used by local school districts to document due process and implementation of appropriate programs…Included are state approved forms for the Referral, Consents, Individual ...
Accessibility
September 27, 2019
~~“The Kentucky Department of Education is committed to making its electronic and information technologies accessible to individuals with disabilities by meeting or exceeding the requirements of Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act (29 U.S.C. 794d), as ...
Individualized Education Program (IEP)
September 27, 2019
~~“Some students with disabilities ages 3-21 may require special education and related services to meet their unique needs and to support them in attaining both their short and long term educational goals. These services are governed by federal ...
Special Education Laws & Regulations
September 30, 2019
~~This page has information and links for state and federal regulations
Annual Maryland Transition Conference 2019
September 30, 2019
~~“Help us celebrate the partnerships between public vocational rehabilitation, community organizations, and the Maryland workforce partners that create successful outcomes for Marylanders with disabilities who want to work.Mark your calendars for ...
IDEA Equitable Services for Students with Disabilities Enrolled by Their Parents in Private Schools
September 30, 2019
~~This page is a list of resources, sample documents and other materials to help parents of students with disabilities.
Grants and Other Financial Assistance Programs: FY2020
September 30, 2019
~~“Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Federal Special Education Entitlement Grant Fund Codes: 240Purpose: Within the articulated priority of Results-Driven Accountability by the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Special ...
Special Education Reevaluation Process
September 30, 2019
~~“A student’s special education needs may change throughout the course of their educational career, and the reevaluation process is developed to assess these evolving needs. A district must ensure a reevaluation of each student with a disability ...
NY Partnerships in Employment - University of Rochester
September 09, 2015
~~“A State and Regional Consortia will be created to engage in systems change efforts that contribute to the following 1) developing policies that support competitive employment integrated settings as the first and desired outcome for youth and young ...