Prairie Lakes AEA has two transition coordinators who specialize in secondary transition. Additionally, each local school district has an AEA Building Representative assigned to each building in a district that you can contact with questions, concerns, or a referral to one of the transition coordinators.
The transition planning process uses a student’s strengths, interests and preferences to develop a vision for the future that includes living, learning and working. Transition assessments are essential in developing this plan. Based on these assessments, the IEP team addresses the following:
- Specially designed instruction which may include daily living, academic, and vocational skills
- Related services (assistive technology, etc.)
- Courses & activities (classes needed)
- Employment options and experiences
- Extracurricular activities
- Community experiences
- Linkages to community agencies (IVRS, DHS, etc)
To ensure successful transition planning, be sure to consider any relevant service providers, such as:
- The IEP team
- Transition Coordinators when needed
- Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services
- County Case management
- Department of Human Services
- College Disability Services
