Must the public school help my child with a disability find a job or get into college, following completion of high school?
In Illinois, post-secondary transition planning must commence by the time the student reaches 14 1/2 years of age (or sooner, if appropriate). The transition planning period continues until the student graduates or turns 22. During the period, the IEP Team develops a plan that will enable the student to move from school to adult life. This plan encompasses education, vocational training, employment, adult services, adult education, community experiences, related services, daily living skills, and independent living. The plan should be based upon the student’s strengths, interests, preferences, and needs.
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