Transition Services is a coordinated set of activities for a child with a disability that is based on the individual child’s needs, taking into account the child’s strengths, preferences, and interests and includes:

• Instruction

• Related services

• Community experiences

• The development of employment and other post-school adult living objectives

• If appropriate, acquisition of daily living skills and provision of a functional vocational evaluation

Transition services are required for each child requiring special education beginning not later than the first individualized education program (IEP) to be in effect when such child turns 14 years of age, or younger if determined appropriate by the planning and placement team (PPT), and updated annually thereafter. View the Transition Bill of Rights here.

The district offers three transition programs—Post Graduate Transition Academy Law, Post Graduate at Parsons, and Fifth Year Vocational Experience at Parsons—that provide essential services for students who have met high school graduation requirements but remain eligible for special education support.

These programs serve young adults ages 18-22, primarily supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, or multiple disabilities. Their goal is to help students transition into adulthood by equipping them with the skills needed for greater independence in employment and daily living.

Instruction focuses on readiness in post-secondary education, employment, and independent living. Students gain hands-on experience through real-world job placements, such as Parsons Perks and other community-based work sites. They also have opportunities to develop small businesses, like Post Graduate at Parsons' silk-screening shirt business. Through these experiences, students earn paychecks while learning essential banking and budgeting skills. Additionally, teachers collaborate with adult service agencies, including BRS and DDS, to help students and families access ongoing support after they leave the public school system.