Secondary Transition
Transition Services are provided to all students with disabilities in all schools in the five-county region served by Northwest Education Services (North Ed). North Ed staff work with local districts to ensure every student begins transition planning at the age of 14. Transition services are defined as a "coordinated set of activities" for a child with a disability that facilitates the child's movement from school to adult life and includes the development of skills in the areas of employment and adult living, daily living skills and community participation. Transition services are integrated activities and supports that, not only provide academic support, but also help students achieve the greatest degree of independence possible.
A variety of transition education opportunities are available through North Ed, including research-based curriculums from Special Education Curriculum & Instructional Services. These services are discussed with students, parents and guardians during IEP planning. North Ed Transition Campus offers services to meet the diverse needs of students with special needs age 16-26.
Community Agency Partners
Northwest Education Services partners with community agencies such as:
- Michigan Rehabilitation Services
- Disability Network of Northern Michigan
- Networks Northwest