Special Education

Special Education – Transition:

IDEA 2004 was signed into law by President Bush on December 4, 2004.
Address needed transition services not later than the 1st IEPC when the student turns 16. That means most 15 year old students may require a transition plan if they turn 16 before their next IEPC. NEW – “appropriate measurable postsecondary goals based upon age appropriate transition assessments related to training, education, employment, and, where appropriate, independent living skills.” Most local school districts in Berrien County have chosen to use the Enderle-Severson Transition Rating Scale as their transition assessment.

  • Transition services (including courses of study) needed to assist the child in reaching those goals. This is covered by the EDP (Educational Development Plan) which is required for all students starting in the 7th grade.
  • FOCUS on Results are brief guidance and technical assistance documents published periodically to keep stakeholders up-to-date on current changes in rules and regulations, dispute resolution, Individualized Education Programs (IEP), alternate assessment, accountability, continuous improvement, early childhood and other valuable and relevant topics. http://www.cenmi.org/focus/index.asp
  • Leading Change highlights the collaborative reform efforts of the Governor's Office, the State Board of Education, and the Michigan Department of Education for improving academic achievement and access to high-quality learning. With this in mind, each issue will highlight the State Board of Education goal to attain substantial and meaningful improvement in academic achievement for all students/children with primary emphasis on high priority schools and students. http://www.cenmi.org/LeadingChange/index.asp
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