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Secondary Transition At-A-Glance Resources

Welcome to ODE's Secondary Transition Resources. This site provides essential tools, guidance, and resources to support effective secondary transition planning for students experiencing disabilities.  It organizes critical information about Secondary Transition Requirements under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Oregon Revised Statutes, and Oregon Administrative Rules into practical, easy-to-access formats.  Designed with busy educators in mind, these resources help you create high-quality transition individualized education programs (IEPs) that will help meaningfully prepare students for life after high school while complying with legal requirements.

These resources are designed to help you:

  • Create transition IEPs focused on supporting students to achieve their measurable post-secondary goals, increase post-school outcomes, and comply with requirements.
  • Develop meaningful, measurable postsecondary goals based on age-appropriate transition assessments.
  • Connect students with appropriate transition services and supports.
  • Prepare students to successfully transition to adult life.

Getting Started:

New to transition planning? Start with these essential At-A-Glance resources

Transition Compliance Requirements
Ensure all required elements are included in the transition IEP.

Measurable Postsecondary Goals
Learn to write compliant and meaningful postsecondary goals.

Age-Appropriate Transition Assessment
Choose the right assessments for your students.

Agency Collaboration
Know when and how to involve adult service providers.

At-A-Glance Quick Reference Guides

Concise guides, checklists, and templates for immediate use when you need information fast.  Perfect for pre-meeting preparation or on -the-spot reference during IEP meetings.

Quality transition planning is about more than compliance - it's about creating meaningful pathways to adult success for every student.

Education Decision-Making Rights and Supports

This comprehensive resource provides guidance on the transfer of rights at age of majority, supported decision-making approaches, surrogate parent appointment, and alternatives to guardianship.  It includes resources for students, families, and educators to navigate these important transition decisions.

Topics covered include:

  • Transfer of Rights at Age of Majority
  • Supported Decision-Making
  • Surrogate Parent Appointment
  • Alternatives to Guardianship
  • Access Decision-Making Resources

Feedback and Support

This resource center is continuously improved based on educator feedback.  If you have suggestions, questions. or need additional support, please contact your regional Transition Network Facilitator or submit feedback through our online form.