Can school districts plan transition services without the input of the student and parents?
No. Federal and State law regarding transition services require that students and families participate actively in planning. Legislative intent is that transition planning provides the opportunity for the student and parent to have ownership roles in setting the direction of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) and providing a clear direction for the student’s educational program. If a student or parent is unable to participate, the school is responsible for ensuring their interests are represented. Decisions by the IEP team are made by cooperative consensus, not by majority vote. This means that students and families have an equal voice, and can present information and explain why their recommendations are important for successful transition. Some students and families find it helpful to discuss options with committee members, such as teachers or transition coordinators, prior to the meeting to seek their support in advance, or invite a representative to come with them to meetin
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