Secondary Transition

What is Secondary Transition? It is the process of preparing students for adult life after they leave high school and can be thought of as a bridge between school programs and the opportunities of adult life, including higher education or training, employment, independent living and community participation. Transition planning provides opportunities for students with disabilities to experience positive post-school outcomes, such as:

higher graduation rate
lower dropout rates
increased enrollment in colleges and universities
higher rates of competitive employment
increase levels of independence

Secondary Transition Listserv

The Secondary Transition has three listservs which shares resources. The first listserv, TTL, provides training opportunities and information including current trends, research, and ongoing topics of interest related transition for transition coordinators, special education teachers, transition team leads, agency providers, parents etc. The second listserv, KTR, provides information and updates to special education directors and assistant directors. The third listserv, 18-21, provides updates and information to the 18-21 transition service providers. The purpose of these listservs is to facilitate connections, awareness, and access to information, learning opportunities, and resources that will better the lives of students in Secondary Transition and benefit the families, communities, and professionals who support them. Sharing of information is encouraged; however, it is at the discretion of the CDE what information will be posted. This service is chat-free and does not include advertisements from vendors or contract-based companies. To subscribe to the Transition Listserv, please follow the directions below.

Join The TTL Listserv

To subscribe to the TTL listserv:

Open a new email.
In the “To” field, type the email [email protected] and send the message.
Once added, you will receive a confirmation email.
If you have a problem, email Kacy Little Owl, [email protected].

To unsubscribe from the TTL listserv:

Open a new email.
In the “To” field, type the email [email protected]
In the body of the message write, “unsubscribe Transition TTL” and send the message.
You will automatically be unsubscribed.

Join The KTR Listserv

To subscribe to the KTR listserv:

Open a new email.
In the “To” field, type the email [email protected] and send the message.
Once added, you will receive a confirmation email.
If you have a problem, email Kacy Little Owl at [email protected].

To unsubscribe from the KTR listserv:

Open a new email.
In the “To” field, type the email [email protected]
In the body of the message write, “unsubscribe Transition-KTR” and send the message.
You will automatically be unsubscribed.

Join The 18-21 Listserv

To subscribe to the 18-21 listserv:

Open a new email.
In the “To” field, type the email [email protected] and send the message.
Once added, you will receive a confirmation email.
If you have a problem, email Kacy Little Owl, [email protected].

To unsubscribe from the 18-21 listserv:

Open a new email.
In the “To” field, type the email [email protected]
In the body of the message write, “unsubscribe Transition-18-21” and send the message.
You will automatically be unsubscribed.

Listserv Disclaimer:

A variety of learning opportunities, information, and resources are provided on this listserv. These materials do not represent an exhaustive list, nor are they required or endorsed by the Colorado Department of Education (CDE). The identification or description is for the purpose of providing information and resources and does not constitute CDE's endorsement. Every effort has been made to identify the citation for the resource; please maintain the citation and/or authorship when adapting or modifying these materials.

What's New!

Person-Centered Planning

Join us in learning how to seamlessly incorporate Person-Centered Planning into your current transition processes.
Person-Centered Planning is a process that helps students with disabilities plan for their future while also promoting self-determination. Participants will learn planning strategies to help students identify their dreams, strengths, preferences, interests, and needs.

Sessions will include an overview of Person- Centered Planning and practice using a variety of Charting the LifeCourse (CtLC) tools to help students reach their potential and their dreams.

Person Centered Planning Flyer

Transition Training for Parents

Our 10-part training series and supporting documents will cover the transition requirements and process in detail. We want to equip parents, students, and staff to design and implement a meaningful transition plan to successfully launch their teen into adulthood with the needed support and services to achieve their dreams!

Transition Training Modules

PSO Interview Postcards

The Post School Outcomes Interview Postcards are now available upon request: Request PSO Interview Post Cards (Google Doc)

Transition Talks

Each month, the CDE Secondary Transition Specialist will host Transition Talks covering a variety of topics related to effective secondary transition planning. Visit the Transition Talks webpage for dates and additional information.

Regional Meetings for Secondary Transition Personnel - We Need to Hear from You!

What is going on in your region?
What topics are relevant to you?
What challenges are you facing?
How might your state transition team assist you?

Please share your needs via the Secondary Transition Providers - link being updated. For immediate requests please email Kacy Little Owl.

Secondary Transition Training Events

Please reference the Secondary Transition Support Trainings and Opportunities (PDF) to view the various professional development and technical assistance opportunities available upon request.

Secondary Transition Support Trainings and Opportunities (PDF)
Secondary Transition Training & Technical Assistance Request Form - form is being updated. For immediate requests please email Kacy Little Owl.

Additional Information:

Requirements

Secondary Transition Requirements

Transition Record Review Resources (Indicator 13)

Resources

Secondary Transition Resources

School to Adult Life

Team Members

Kacy Little Owl
Secondary Transition Specialist
Email Kacy Little Owl
Phone: (720) 827-8283

Katie Oliver
Principal Consultant / Inter-Agency Transition Liaison
Email Katie Oliver
Phone: (720) 413-4006

Berta Schlachet

Program Support Assistant

Email Berta Schlachet

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