Do you want to know more about secondary transition planning? The ADE/ESS Secondary Transition Team is thrilled to offer Secondary Transition 101, a free, self-paced, online course that covers a range of useful topics and resources related to transition planning. This course will also provide you with best practice strategies to explain how the IDEA's requirements are instrumental in the secondary transition planning process. Enroll in this course today to ensure that you have a firm grasp of this essential information.
Once logged in to APLD, select "Register for Course" from the menu on the left of the screen. You can then narrow down the course options by searching “Secondary Transition 101” in the “Find Course” field in the top right-hand corner of the page.
Once you have clicked on the green "Register" button, please click on "Proceed to Checkout" to complete the registration process. Please note, there is no cost associated with this course.
When can I start the course?
The course opened on 09/18/2023 and can be started anytime during the school year.
When does the course end?
The course will close on 05/31/2024.
What can I expect from the course?
Recorded webinars
Resources, including content summaries and PowerPoint presentations
Short quizzes to check for understanding
Continuing education credits
Who would benefit from the course?
New special education teachers and staff who support young adults with disabilities
Veteran staff who want to brush up on the secondary transition planning process to enhance their professional practices
Community members, including parents and partner agencies, who want to learn more about how Indicator 13 supports students transitioning into the postsecondary environment
The ADE/ESS Special Education Program Approval System for the 2024–2025 school year opens on Wednesday, May 8, 2024. ESS plans to have all Private Special Education Schools, Emotional Disabilities-Public (ED-P) programs, and Residential Treatment Centers (RTCs) that wish to operate for the fiscal year 2025 reviewed and approved by June 15, 2024.
The ADE/ESS/Academic Achievement and Inclusive Practices team is excited to announce a free, virtual, professional learning opportunity for educators and administrators: “Sparking Curiosity with Problem-Solving: Raising Student Voice.” Come learn about a professional learning series for the 2024–2025 school year that offers in-person training and on-site coaching. This presentation is designed for general and special education teachers and administrators.