Transition Planning

Take a deep dive into transition planning. Planning for the future is an important step in every student’s journey—but for students with disabilities, this process requires thoughtful coordination, clear goals, and strong support. Transition planning helps students move from high school to adulthood by preparing them for postsecondary education, employment, independent living, and community involvement.

On this page, you'll find essential information, tools, and resources to help students, families, educators, and support teams work together to build a successful path forward.

Transition Planning overview

This section includes a definition of transition planning, a roadmap and checklist, and national and state-level guidance. Use the navigation menu on the left to access these materials.

LEARN ABOUT TRANSITION

Explore webinars, videos, and community resource guides that support transition planning. You’ll find these helpful resources linked in the menu on the left.

Looking for Something Specific?

If you're not sure where to start, we recommend beginning with the "Transition Planning Overview" in the menu. It provides a solid foundation and next steps.