TIPS: The Secondary Transition Planning Process   

Learn about key transition terms, creating a student vision, transition assessment, and IEP goal development, as well as tips for working with the IEP Team to develop a strong transition plan.

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TIPS: Transition Assessment 

Learn how assessments can vary from student to student, strategies for guiding an assessment in line with a student’s vision, and scenarios when consent is or is not required. 

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TIPS: Self-Determination 

Learn ways to foster self-determination in transition aged students, including skills and opportunities that can help students become better self-advocates.

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TIPS: Decision-Making and the Age of Majority  

Learn how families and students can prepare for the impact of turning 18 and manage the decision making process.

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TIPS: Secondary Transition Services

Learn about secondary transition services and how to develop effective secondary transition plans for positive outcomes after high school. 

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TIPS: Disability Disclosure 

Learn all about Disability Disclosure: what it is, why it’s important, and how it changes from high school to adulthood. 

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TIPS: Graduation and Students with IEPs  

Learn how students with IEPs can earn a regular high school diploma in Massachusetts.  

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TIPS: Autism Spectrum Disorder  

Learn the importance of transition planning for students with ASD.  

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TIPS: Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) though MassAbility

Learn about Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) provided by MassAbility,who is eligible for Pre-ETS and what types of services may be available for students with disabilities.  

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TIPS: Chapter 688 Referral

Learn about the Chapter 688 referral process including who is eligible for a 688 referral.  Learn why a referral is important for students with significant disabilities who will need support from adult service agencies.  

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