The intent is to develop a system that provides cohesive services, common language, systemic processes, and accountability that promote maximized outcomes for each and every learner. Following is an example of one goal developed at the Forum, and some specific activities underway to meet this goal. The featured facilitator for the Institute will be Dr. Paula Kohler. Training on IDEA transition mandates, with emphasis on the development of transition services in the Individual Education Plan, has occurred in 10 school districts. This training integrates the larger school to work programs within these schools with the activities and programs that exist in special education.
All training includes an evaluation of the workshops by the participants.
Within six months' time, the State has made progress on this goal. The program includes marketing bits in hard copy, tape, and web site formats. The marketing plan seems to be working. The manufacturing industry recently hosted a week of career exploration events. The number of youth with disabilities and teachers of youth with disabilities participating in manufacturing week events increased dramatically.