Post-Secondary Transition -
Purpose – This website is to provide information on the secondary transition process
On this site you will find resources for students, families and teachers to support students in the transition process from school to adult life post secondary.
What is Transition Planning –
Transition services means a coordinated set of activities for a student with a disability that -
- Is designed to be within a results-oriented process, that is focused on improving the academic and functional achievement of the child with a disability to facilitate the child’s movement from school to post-school activities, including postsecondary education, vocational education, integrated employment (including supported employment), continuing and adult education, adult services, independent living, or community participation;
- Is based on the individual child’s needs, taking into account the child’s strengths, preferences, and interests; and includes -
- Instruction
- Related services;
- Community experiences;
- The development of education/training, employment and other post-school adult living objectives; and
- If appropriate, acquisition of daily living skills and provision of a functional vocational evaluation.
Teachers and Parents,
Here is a dedicated resource center for our students with disabilities in their transition journey. Our goal is to provide you with specialized tools, strategies, and materials tailored to help students navigate the shift from school to post-secondary life with confidence. Here, you’ll find everything from individualized transition planning resources and career exploration tools to community connections and life skills training materials. We understand the importance of preparing students for a successful future, and we’re here to support you in making that transition as smooth and empowering as possible. Explore our resources and start building pathways to independence today.
Teacher Resources -
- Resources for teachers can be found on the Jordan School District Website at the Special Education forms page. You can find resources for writing transition plans, transition assessments, transition service examples and indicator 13 audit forms.
Resources -
- Utah State Board of Education - Transition Elevated
- Utah Work Force Services
- Utah Independent Living Center
- Vocational Rehabilitation
- Utah Parent Center
- Job Corps
- Salt Lake Community College - Accessibility and Disability Services
- Utah Valley University - Accessibility and Disability Services
- Utah Valley University - Wolverines Elevated
- Utah State University - Aggies Elevated
- South Pointe Adult High School
- Social Security Webpage