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Section Two: Person-Centered Planning

Achieving Measurable Post-Secondary Goals

The transition process typically focuses on academic, employment, and independent living skills. This is particularly important for adolescents or young adults with disabilities because the transition plan often requires:

• Collaborative programming between the school and the community (or post-secondary setting)
• Direct instruction in natural settings (e.g., job sites, bus stops)
• Opportunities to problem-solve strategies and instructional plans