Effective Educational /Transitional Planning Strategies for Students with Learning and Emotional Difficulties Joseph Pangelinan, M.A., LPC; NCC Kathleen Boyd, M.A., NCC S. Michael Gissy, B.A.
Logos School History Population Purpose Model Efficacy
Individual Needs Educational Diagnosis –Learning –Emotional Psychiatric Diagnosis –Mental Health Resource: Family and Community Instilling HOPE for the Future
Parent Collaboration Planning for realistic expectations Aligning student and parent goals Building Hope Strategy sessions Action plans/time-lines Parent support plans
Mainstreaming Planning Mainstreaming process –Socially –Emotionally –Academically Sports/activities at home school Planning meetings with receiving school Aftercare
Post High School Planning Building career/college portfolio Cooperative Education –Dual enrollment National Testing Accommodations Vocational Rehabilitation College visits Life After Logos Course Aftercare
Transitional Planning Checklist Career/Voc-Ed/Employment Post-secondary Education Leisure/Recreation/Socialization Transportation Living arrangements Medical Self advocacy
Transitional Planning Checklist (continued) Personal Management Social Skills Insurance Financial assistance/Income support Legal services/Advocacy Other
THANK YOU Kathy Boyd: Joe Pangelinan: S. Michael Gissy: