1. Lessons Learned Beginning a Transition Program
Jamie Cook, Special Education Director
Jennifer Parker, Instructional Coach
Duncan Public Schools

2. Setting Goals For Your Program
Set goals monthly, annually, and for the next two years
Involve all team members including local DRS counselor
Determine each team member’s roles clearly

3. Researching Available Community and State Resources
DRS supported programs
School Work Study
Work Site Learning
Employer Work Study
Work Adjustment Training

4. Other Community Resources
Goodwill
Big Five Industries
Local “Power Shops” or sheltered workshop settings
Local Churches

5. Developing Guidelines for Admissions to Programs
Grading, Attendance, Behavior
Parent Roles
Teacher Roles
Tracking Information
Transition Portfolio
Monitoring Process

6. Problem Solving and Tips For Transition
Online Resources
Consider Visual Schedules
Host a Transition Fair
Research Curriculums Available For Free
Set up a monthly day where your DRS counselor is available to parents and teachers