Our Understanding the Special Education Process in NH module provides information on each step of the special education process in our state. It includes timelines and suggestions on how to work effectively with school staff. Be sure to download the resources mentioned during this module, including a copy of the PowerPoint slides through the links [...]
Determining eligibility for VR during the transition process can provide access to combined resources in the final years of high school. In this video, Tina Greco, Transition Coordinator at VR New Hampshire talks about Pre-Employment Transition Services and the continuum of VR support to young adults. Pre‐Employment Transition Services School [...]
NH Career and Technical Education (CTE) offers middle and high school students the chance to explore career opportunities and receive experiential and technical training that prepares them for college and careers. With this hands-on approach, CTE provides students with opportunities to earn industry credentials and college credits while exploring interests, talents, and ambitions in an [...]
If your child has an IEP and is considering higher education, watch this video featuring Joanna Ellis, Coordinator of Accessibility Services from the Community College System, discussing supports and services available under Section 504. Some services include academic coaching, assistive technology, and the ability to request a reduced course load. Learn more about what is [...]
In special education, by a student’s 17th birthday, IEP Teams are required to have a discussion around decision-making rights. NH now recognizes Supported Decision Making (SDM) as a legal option and alternative to full guardianship. In this video, Terry Ohlson-Martin, Executive Director of NH Family Voices, speaks about preparing for and using SDM as a safe [...]
Lecture-style learning and tests are not always the best way to assess knowledge and skills. What if students had the opportunity to learn and demonstrate their proficiency in a real-world environment? Although ELOs look different at each school, they all have one thing in common – students can earn school credit by engaging in hands-on [...]
Charting the Lifecourse (CtLC) helps students and their families develop a vision for a full, meaningful life. These resources support effective conversations, planning, and problem-solving. CtLC helps students express their ideas of meaningful life outcomes and promotes advocacy and decision-making for family, school, and other partners to plan creatively and collaboratively. Lesley Blecharczyk shares how [...]
January 22, 2022 from 9 AM - 4 PM Register at: https:// bit.ly/PFSSDM202 This VIRTUAL conference is for families, youth, young adults, professionals, or anyone who wants to learn more about supported decision making (SDM). Keynote Speaker Jonathan Martinis, Esq., JD will introduce the theory and practice of Supported Decision Making, explain roles within [...]
Transition assessments are vital in determining strengths, interests, preferences, and planning for life after high school. They are the foundation for designing strong individual student goals. In this video, Heidi Wyman talks about the different types of assessments and how they’re used to develop goals for life after high school. [...]
