Transition Coordinating Council
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The transition coordinating council assembles to address things such as:
- Identifying what is and is not working with regard to transition opportunities
- Problem solving as a team for those areas in which there can be improvement
- Improve outreach efforts to youth, families, employers and agencies
- Coordinating efforts across stakeholders
- Increasing opportunities for youth to engage in transition activities
Benefits To Joining A Local Transition Coordinating Council
There are many benefits to joining the local transition council in your area. By joining, you will learn:
- Who the key players are working in transition in your community
- What transition leaders in your community are doing to solve problems in the transition process for youth and families in your community
- How different agencies, organizations, and schools work together to support the transition process of all transition age youth in your community
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How do Transition Coordinating Councils benefit students?
Shared Mission and Vision
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Coordinated Services
Agencies coordinate the services being offered.
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Solve Problems
Identifying and addressing the issues and barriers in the community to ensure all students with disabilities get the support they need.
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Collaboration
Understanding how agencies in the community work together to help students access what they need to reach their goals for work, school, and living independently.
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Increased Employment Experiences
Having access to experiences to prepare them for employment.
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Resources
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Want to learn more?
Check out this resource to learn how to start, improve, or sustain a transition council
NTACT’s Transition Team Leaders Sustainability Toolkit
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