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The IEP for the school year during which the student turns 16 must
include measurable post-secondary goals based upon age-appropriate
transition assessments. Appropriate transition services designed within a
“results oriented” process to facilitate the student’s movement from
school to post-school activities—including post-secondary education,
vocational education, integrated employment, continuing and adult
education, adult services, independent living, and community
participation—must also be included.
At least three years prior to a student
reaching the age of majority (18), the IEP
team must meet with them and provide
information to them about their rights.
Regardless of ability, students become their
own decision-makers upon reaching age 18.
Parents who believe their child will need assistance
should consider Supported Decision Making and Alternatives to
Guardianship (see page 22) before their student turns 18.
Two years prior to graduation, students should
register with the Division of Vocational
Rehabilitation Services (DVRS) to determine
eligibility for adult services. A student who
receives Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is
automatically eligible for DVRS services.
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