Prairie Lakes AEA has two transition coordinators who specialize in secondary transition. Additionally, each local school district has an AEA Building Representative assigned to each building in a district that you can contact with questions, concerns, or a referral to one of the transition coordinators.
The transition planning process uses a student’s strengths, interests and preferences to develop a vision for the future that includes living, learning and working. Transition assessments are essential in developing this plan. Based on these assessments, the IEP team addresses the following:
- Specially designed instruction which may include daily living, academic, and vocational skills
- Related services (assistive technology, etc.)
- Courses & activities (classes needed)
- Employment options and experiences
- Extracurricular activities
- Community experiences
- Linkages to community agencies (IVRS, DHS, etc)
To ensure successful transition planning, be sure to consider any relevant service providers, such as:
- The IEP team
- Transition Coordinators when needed
- Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services
- County Case management
- Department of Human Services
- College Disability Services
If you have questions about Secondary Transition (B13, IDEA, tools and resources, graduation and post-secondary questions) and would like to talk with a Secondary Transition coordinator, please click the link below to request assistance from the Secondary Transition team. Links to this form can also be found on the "Secondary Transition for Families" and "Secondary Transition for Students" pages.