Secondary Transition, What is that all about?
Secondary Transition is a process that will assist you in reaching your future goals.
Educators will assist you in answering questions like:
- What do I want to be when I grow up?
- How do I know if my dream job is a good job for me?
- How do I get a job?
- Do I need to do more school after high school?
- What do I need to live on my own?
- How can I contribute to my community?
- What resources are available in my community?
- And so many more!
What Does the Process Look Like?
Your teachers will work with you to complete various
assessments such as surveys, interviews and such to
determine your interests, skills and abilities related to
Using information gathered from the assessments you will
create goals for your future
- Do you want to do additional schooling after high
- What kind of job do you want?
- Where do you want to live?
You, your family, teachers and anyone else that has a part
in your future success will make a plan of how to reach
your future goals (also known as post-secondary goals)
4. Implement Plan
Throughout the year you will complete activities that will
assist you in reaching your future goals
5. Monitor and Review
Your progress in reaching your goals will be monitored
and your plan will be adjusted as needed to ensure that
you are working towards your future goals
What Can I Do?
- Actively participate in your IEP meetings
- Know your disability
- Know what accommodations and supports assist you
- Participate in work training experiences
- Complete household chores
- Demonstrate responsibility
- Work part-time
- Take on financial responsibilities (if able)
* Check out the PYLN Webinars highlighted in blue
Have More Questions?
Ms. Mindy McMahen
Westmoreland Intermediate Unit
724-836-2460 ext. 2332