Transition Programming Beyond Age 18

Some students may need more time to learn the skills necessary for employment and adulthood. Community based transition options are for students who are 18-21 years old to learn and practice skills needed to successfully move from high school to adulthood in the areas of employment, independent living, post-secondary education/training, and community integration.

Resources for Beyond 18 Transition Programming

Transition Programming through the Transition Improvement Grant (TIG) is a statewide resource for planning community-based transition options for students with disabilities after their high school experience. These tools assist local districts in assessing needs and developing transition-focused options within a community-based environment. In addition, the guide assists districts to create a step-by-step process using practical activities and user-friendly forms. The forms have been created to identify student needs, analyze in-school and community resources, set priorities, develop meaningful action plans, and establish the process for evaluation.

Eau Claire Area School District Beyond 18 Transition Programming Options (GATEWAYS and Life without Limits)

The Eau Claire Area School District is lucky to have programming options to meet individual student needs. Students who stay in school services after their peers graduate may be building skills to better support their goals. Special education supports and services are individualized and support the student’s post-secondary goals and disability-related needs. The IEP team designs these services as well as the length of time needed for the student to reach their goals.

For more information about ECASD Beyond 18 Transition Options, please contact ECASD Transition Coordinators: