Transition Options
- Youth Options
Steps needed to be taken: Timeline:
Choose career goal. ASAP
Determine classes to be taken at a post secondary setting. ASAP
Complete and submit application. Oct 1, Mar 1
Upon approval; register for classes. Fall, Spring
Take placement test if needed. Upon approval
- Early Graduation
Steps needed to be taken: Timeline:
Establish a career goal, transition plan, and valid reason. Sept 2009
Ensure 28 credits have been successfully completed. Sept 2009
Write a letter to the school board, requesting permission. Oct 2009
Obtain two letters of recommendation. Oct 2009
Complete portfolio and exit interview. Jan 2010
Complete all steps for one of options below. Jan 2009
- Military
Steps needed to be taken: Timeline:
Choose Branch and career area. ASAP
Contact a recruiter. ASAP
Take the ASVAB Exam TBD
Pass a physical exam TBD
Enlist TBD
- Apprenticeship – Must be 18 and graduated
Steps needed to be taken: Timeline:
Choose career area of interest. ASAP
Call MATC (246-5200) to get a list of Apprentice Programs ASAP
and contacts.
Obtain and complete application for apprenticeship. ASAP
Complete and earn passing grade on required tests. ASAP
Contact a person employed in the trade to obtain placement. ASAP
- Technical College
TechCollege of choice ______________________________________
Steps needed to be taken: Timeline:
Choose career area. ASAP
Complete application - include $35.00 fee. ASAP
Obtain transcript from guidance office. ASAP
Send application to the TechnicalCollege. ASAP
Upon acceptance, send Special Ed documentation to March 2010
Disabilities Resource Services.
Apply for scholarships. March 2010
Take the Compass Placement Exam. May 2010
Meet with a counselor from Disabilities Resource Services. May 2010
Register for classes. June 2010
- Speciality School
School of choice _______________________________________
Steps needed to be taken: Timeline:
Choose career area. ASAP
Choose school. ASAP
Contact school to determine application process and requirements. ASAP
- Four YearCollegeUniversity
University of choice ______________________________________
Steps needed to be taken: Timeline:
Choose career area. ASAP
Take the ACT. ASAP
Complete application on line ASAP
https://apply.wisconsin.edu/
Obtain transcript from guidance office. ASAP
Obtain two letters of recommendation. ASAP
Send application to the University. $44.00 fee. ASAP
Upon acceptance, send Special Ed documentation to March 2010
Disability support program.
Upon acceptance, send prepayments to the University. Dec 2009
Apply for scholarships. March 2010
Take the placement exam. April 2010
- Work Force
Choose career area of interest. ASAP
Obtain part time/full time job. ASAP
- Other options to consider:
Contact Department of Vocational Rehabilitation for workforce development. Cliff Wollin (608) 242-4861.
Contact Opportunities Inc. for workplace assistance. Stephanie Bentheimer (608-274-1894 ext. 5504)
Contact Dane County Human Services for assisted living and workplace assistance. Lynn Green (608) 242 – 6200.
Continue with special education services until age 21.
- Notes/ other information:
All seniors are required to complete a portfolio and exit interview by May 2010.
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