Post School Outcomes

Each public education agency (PEA) that serves transition-aged students with disabilities is required to participate in the Post School Outcomes (PSO) Survey every year. Students who exited high school are contacted and administered a 14-question survey designed to capture student engagement in post-secondary education/training or employment. Data obtained from the PSO Survey facilitates results-driven analysis and improvement to secondary transition programs at the state and local levels.

Important Dates

January 15: Student lists are available for review and updates.

June 1 – September 30: PSO data Collection season occurs annually.

PSO Survey Resources

Trainings

In the Know with PSO: Arizona's 2022 PSO Results and Upcoming Season Preparation

Prep for Success - Strategies for the 2023 Post School Outcomes Season

In the Know with PSO: Arizona's 2022's PSO Results and Upcoming Season Preparation PDF

Post School Outcomes: Guide to Navigating the PSO Application

Guide to Navigating the PSO Application

Helpful Documents

Administering the PSO Survey

Arizona's PSO Survey Questions Fillable Copy (English Version) (PDF) data collection protocol for the 2023 season.
Arizona's PSO Survey Questions Fillable Copy (Spanish Version) (PDF) data collection protocol for the 2023 season translated to Spanish.

Technical Assistance Resouces

Frequently Asked Questions (PDF) A collection of frequently asked questions and answers regarding the PSO Survey.
PSO One Page Summary A brief overview of the Arizona PSO survey requirements.
Definitions of PSO Engagement Categories Definitions for the PSO data collection season (FFY 2018 to present).

For more resources visit the PSO Padlet.

Arizona's 2022 Post School Outcomes Survey Results

Arizona's Post School Outcomes (PSO) 2022 Survey Results PDF

Previous PSO Survey Results

The ADE/ESS Secondary Transition Team is honored to recognize PEA staff for going above and beyond during the PSO data collection season. Thank you to everyone involved in PSO for your dedication to the post school success of Arizonan youth.

Post School Outcomes Contact Information

Phone: (602) 542-3153

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Revision date 5/26/2023

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