Transition Planning for Students with Down Syndrome

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National Down Syndrome Societytransition planningPhotograph by Clara Link, courtesy of The Down Syndrome Community 2004 Calendar, Living it Up!www.downsyndromecommunity.org.post-secondary educationIndividuals with Down syndrome have the opportunity toparticipate in a variety of post-secondary education programs,such as:• Academic programs or courses at a community college orother college or university;• Vocational or training programs, such as apprenticeships andtrade schools; or• Innovative programs that combine these two types ofeducation.Programs and schools vary widely in terms of what they offer withrespect to academics, independent living skills training, residentialoptions, and the type of diploma or certificate earned. And eventhough IDEA requires that all schools make proper accommodations5
National Down Syndrome Societytransition planningfor their students with disabilities, it isvery important to find a school whosestaff clearly respects the student'slearning style and is willing to go theextra mile to meet his or her needs.As many of these post-secondaryeducation programs have eligibility orentrance requirements and are notnecessarily located in yourcommunity, it is important to startresearching early. Knowledge ofexisting programs and entrancerequirements can help identifyspecific goals to include in thetransition plan. For example,students can plan to takecertain courses in high school“I used the Internet to research theas preparation for particular community colleges near where I live,programs. Or, they mightand then my mom and my mentorsecure part-time jobs orvolunteer work in a specific and I visited them. You can tell whenfield of interest.a school is willing to support yourDeciding which program to needs to help you succeed. I feel veryenroll in is just like researchingproud of myself for graduating fromany college or program. It isimportant to find a good fit college. Given the opportunity,between the individual and the individuals with learning challengesschool. The upcoming NDSSTransition Series brochure can achieve their goals with the rightPost-Secondary Education will support and appropriateinclude more in-depthinformation for students and modifications and accommodations.”their families to help themidentify a program that fits – Nicolle, 21their interests and needs.6
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