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The high school and college years can pose a number of challenges to young people with autism. These resources are designed to help make education transitions as successful as possible.
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COVID-19 Virtual Learning Supports
This collection of resources provides parents, caregivers and self-advocates information on virtual learning supports available to help students during COVID-19. Some resources are available statewide while others are specific to Philadelphia and other regions of Pennsylvania.
Read moreCyber Safety Resource Collection
This collection of resources includes general awareness, preventing cyber safety issues, and interventions for individuals who may have been the victim of cyber crimes or who may have committed crimes themselves. This collection will be updated regularly as new resources are developed on this important topic.
Read moreDepartment of Education: Basic Education Circulars (BEC)
Basic Education Circular's (BEC) provide the Department of Education's guidance on the implementation of law, regulation, and policy.
Read moreDeveloping an IEP Transition Plan
For students with disabilities, the transition services available through an Individualized Education Program (IEP) can be an essential source of support on the path to adulthood.
Read moreDifferences Between Secondary and Post-Secondary Educational Settings
These information sheets highlight some of the differences in disability laws as well as expectations of students and teachers as they relate to secondary and post-secondary educational settings.
Read moreDisabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking, and Technology (DO.IT)
Common forms of financial aid include grants, loans, work-study, and scholarships.
Read moreDream Partnership Website
The Mission of the D.R.E.A.M. Partnership is to develop a selection of post-secondary educational opportunities, including dormitory options, which lead to independent living and employment for students with intellectual disabilities in Pennsylvania.
Read moreEarly Childhood Learning Centers and the ADA
This resource helps with understanding the Americans with Disabilities Act, or the ADA, in terms of Early Childhood Learning Centers.
Read moreEducational Differences Between High School and College
This information sheet highlights some of the differences students experience between high school and college.
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Entitlement vs. Eligibility
This fact sheet provides an explanation of the difference between entitlement for services and eligibility for services. Available in English and Spanish.
Read moreExploring the Options of a Two- or Four-Year College
This fact sheet provides information for students with disabilities who would like to attend college.
Read moreExtended School Year Services
This guide contains a comprehensive compilation of documents that will provide direction, respond to questions, and guide parents and local education agencies in making determinations about ESY services.
Read moreFormative Assessment: Monitoring the Progress of Students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
Progress monitoring is the ongoing process of collecting and analyzing data to determine student progress toward attainment of educational goals. This fact sheet, available on the Pennsylvania Training and Technical Assistance Network's (PaTTAN's) website, outlines the seven steps of progress monitoring.
Read moreFunctional Behavioral Assessment
Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) is a student-centered team process used in instances when behavior negatively impacts a student’s learning or that of the student’s peers. Effective classroom management approaches based on FBA data and embedded within effective instructional design and delivery appropriately address the majority of behavioral issues occurring in classrooms. This brochure provides information about FBA.
Read moreGetting Accommodations at College: Tools for School
This resource provides tips and suggestions on how to request accommodations while in college if you are having trouble due to challenges from a mental health condition.
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