Mecosta-Osceola Intermediate School District

Transition

In 2004 IDEA was reauthorized as the Individuals with Disabilities Educational Improvement Act (IDEIA).  Part A of the Federal Register (August, 2006) defines transition services:  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 to facilitate the child's movement from school to post-school activities, including postsecondary education, vocational education, integrated employment (including supported employment), continuing and adult education, adult services, independent living, or community participation;

(2) Is based on the individual child's needs, taking into account the child's strengths, preferences and interests; and includes-

(i) Instruction;  (ii) Related services;  (iii) Community experiences;   (iv) The development of employment and other post-school living objectives; and   (v) If appropriate, acquisition of daily living skills and provision of a functional vocational evaluation.

 

NEWS

 
     
The MOISD is purchasing the ESTR Transition Assessment tool for it's local districts and charter academy.  Contact Julia Flowerday, MOISD Transition Coordinator, or your Transition Council representative for more information.
     
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