MT Transition Listserv 
Transition Tidbits
Dear Listserv Members,

We hope you are enjoying a beautiful autumn. Here are a few transition-related bits of information we thought you might find interesting:

(1)  Individual Learning Plans

The National Collaborative on Workforce and Disability-Youth (NCWD/Youth) recently released "Understanding the Role of Individual Learning Plans in Transition Planning for Youth."  This InfoBrief explains how schools and families can use an optional Individual Learning Plan to supplement the required individualized education program and help youth successfully transition from high school to employment and postsecondary education.


(2)  "I Can" PSA 

The "I Can" public service announcement features seven people with disabilities sharing what they can do on the job when given the opportunity. The Department of Labor collaborated with AMC Entertainment to bring "I Can" to select movie theaters nationwide.

 

(3)  2011 Yes I Can! Awards

Nominations are open for the Council for Exceptional Children's 2011 Yes I Can! Awards, for young people with disabilities under age 21 who demonstrate excellence in several categories, including employment, self-advocacy, and technology. Winners will be invited to National Harbor, Maryland for two nights to attend the Council for Exceptional Children's annual conference in April 2011. Deadline for nominations: October 22, 2010.

 

(Please note: the Transition Projects at the University of Montana Rural Institute shares information and resources our listserv members may find of interest.  We do not endorse the web sites or workshop contents or their providers, and we assume no responsibility for the validity of information provided on sites or in sessions not hosted by our agency.)

Kim Brown
MT Transition Listserv