Publications

CCTS Publications

Transition Training Materials
These materials are intended as a training resource for practitioners as they develop Individual Education Programs (IEPs). The materials are presented to illustrate the transition process as it is applied to the components required by IDEA 2004. These materials can be used for individual topic review or for group staff development activities. After using these materials teachers, administrators and staff will be able to identify the transition components required to be evident in each IEP and will be able to document the information in its appropriate place. PDF

Transition Guide for Washington State
A comprehensive reference for teachers, administrators, staff, parents and agencies that provides information on the transition process, requirements and legislation.
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Transition Services for Students with Disabilities: An Administrator's Guide (PDF)
The Administrator's Guide is a reference for administrators and educational staff on transition services for students with disabilities and outlines the transition process as required by law.

Guide to Transition Assessment in Washington State
An overview of the assessment process and its role in the transition process.  PDF

Quality Indicators for School Based Activities
These Quality Indicators can be used by school districts to provide insights into special education programs and delivery.  This tool is meant to be a self-evaluation to assist in program improvement activities. | PDF

Quality Indicators: School to Employment Program
These Quality Indicators can be used by school districts to assess transition services for students with developmental disabilities in school to employment programs. By using this tool, school district teams will identify program needs and potential changes to increase employment rates for these youth upon graduation or completing their school program.
Quality Indicators Document: PDF    Quality Indicators Instructions: PDF

Transition Re-Evaluation Process
A recommended best practice to help students with disabilities make connections with agencies.
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CCTS Brochure
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Other Publications

Transition Coalition – Publications
www.transitioncoalition.org/cgiwrap/tcacs/new/resources/publications/index.php

What Every Teacher Should Know About Transition and IDEA 2004 by Carol A. Kochhar-Bryant with Stan Shaw and Margo Izzo (2007)
http://www.ablongman.com/catalog/academic/product/0,1144,0205496431,00.html