Secondary Transition Activities
The Secondary Transition Activities Priority Project supports the projects reviewed below by providing leadership, resources, training, and technical assistance.
Virginia Transition Outcomes Project (VTOP)
The purpose of Virginia Transition Outcomes Project (VTOP) is to develop and field test a process and model to:
- Assist local districts in meeting the transition service requirements of IDEA 2004.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of providing and delivering transition services to students and families through the IEP process.
- Provide training and resource materials on the transition process for educators, administrators, adult agency personnel, and parents.
- Improve graduation rates and post-school outcomes for students with disabilities.
Regional Projects
The project supports regional projects, including transition councils and college events.
- Future Quest
- Region IV Transition Council
Transition Matrix/College Guide
The purpose of this matrix/guide is to develop and maintain information that maps transition resources for students, families, and service providers. This guide assists with choosing which college to attend, as well as, providing strategies to help students be successful in college.
State Transition Events
The project facilitates events for enhancing awareness and knowledge about secondary transition including: practitioner’s councils and transition forums.
