National Center on Secondary Education and Transition (NCSET)

A brief examining common themes among eight foster youth who have earned a college degree despite barriers. All young people, including foster youth and youth with disabilities, can succeed …

A brief describing two funding tools that are increasingly used in collaborative relationships. Both blended funding and braided funding pool financial resources to maximize outcomes. These tools …

A brief providing an overview of some successful models of transition services being implemented in postsecondary settings, describing one such model implemented by the Baltimore City Public …

A brief, written by Sheryl Burgstahler of the University of Washington's DO-IT program, providing an example of how to create and sustain an e-mentoring community to promote the success of youth …

A brief describing the Choices in Transition program for low-income ethnic minority youth with disabilities in Chicago. The program supports these youth in the process of transition in order to …

A brief describing two exceptional programs for adjudicated youth with disabilities. It also includes commentary and recommendations from three young adults who live at the residential facilities …

A brief in English and Spanish providing a concise description of person-centered planning and an explanation of the benefits of this process. The brief also provides action steps for implementing …

Part 3 in a 3-part series on supplemental security income, guiding parents through the Supplemental Security Income appeals process, providing information about why many applications are denied, …

A brief describing a standards-driven, computer-based curriculum for students with disabilities in grades 8 through 10, and the principles behind it. This curriculum was developed by the Nisonger …

Part 2 in a 3-part series on supplemental security income, providing a detailed description of the process for applying for Supplemental Security Income (SSI), tailored for parents of youth with …

Part 1 in a 3-part series on supplemental security income, giving parents of youth with disabilities practical information about how youth can use Social Security work incentives to facilitate a …

A brief explaining the requirements for transition under IDEA, the composition and functioning of the Individual Education Program (IEP) Transition Team, and special factors for the IEP Team to …

A brief stressing the importance of involving young people in setting their own high school goals and planning for their transition to adulthood. It outlines significant considerations parents …

A brief in English and Spanish focusing on the importance of involving parents in the transition from high school to the post-secondary environment, and providing concrete recommendations to help …

A brief sharing some findings from the University of Oregon's descriptive study, "What do they do there? Examination of alternative education schools, programs, and practices for special education …

A brief reporting on a research demonstration project developed to increase the use of evidence-based practices in special education programs and improve student outcomes. This project was develope…

A brief outlining the findings of a study of whether universal design for learning (UDL) improves how students with mild disabilities perform in general education. The study's findings illustrate …

A brief describing the research base for community mapping - a process that can acquaint teachers and students with a community's culture, resources, transition needs, and assets - and providing …

A brief providing an overview of critical issues related to transition professional development, and highlighting current models of improving results for youth by supporting practitioners with in- …

A brief identifying and describing five research-based practices proven effective in increasing rates of school completion. The practices utilized random samples or comparison groups and had …

A brief outlining results of the Bridges Research Project, a project gathering information to promote a seamless transition for high school students with disabilities to math, science, engineering …

A brief describing the Virginia Commonwealth University Supported Education Model where, according to a study, college students with learning disabilities and attention deficit hyperactivity …

A brief outlining research regarding an approach called "teaching for understanding," which strives to engender in students a depth of understanding on academic topics that enables them to apply …

A brief summarizing research on outcomes for students with disabilities in postsecondary school and describing one program, DO-IT Scholars, that successfully applies research findings in a cohesive…

A brief outlining the major findings of a research study conducted by the Research Institute on Secondary Education Reform (RISER) on authentic and inclusive learning practices at four high …

A brief outlining research on self-determination suggesting that youth with disabilities who actively direct their own lives are more likely to successfully transition into adult life. In addition …

A brief, written for general education teachers, special education teachers, and school administrators, focusing on the Word Identification Strategy component of the Strategic Instruction Model ( …

A brief addressing studies that explore employer perspectives on managing supports and accommodations for youth with disabilities, and the implications of these studies for transition practice and …

A brief describing specifics of Collaborative Strategic Reading (CSR) implementation in the classroom, with references to further resources. CSR is a method of teaching reading comprehension that …

A brief defining Communities of Practice, outlining seven principles essential for development of vibrant Communities of Practice, and offering examples. Further resources are also suggested.

A brief addressing the problem of lack of reading proficiency in children, including students with disabilities, in the primary grades. Two approaches for improving the reading skills of secondary …

A brief outlining findings of youth development research, describing the components and benefits of Youth Leadership Forums (YLFs), and introducing the Iowa and Kansas YLFs.

A brief outlining issues and controversies surrounding the use of exit examinations - an increasingly common graduation requirement for secondary schools - including the reasons proponents support …

A brief outlining the different types of diploma options (alternative means of graduating from high school), discussing the benefits of systems with single diploma options and those with multiple …

A brief outlining the responses of state directors of special education to a telephone survey about major issues regarding students with disabilities and alternative schools in their states. …

A handbook summarizing current research about transition and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CLD) youth with disabilities. It offers information on how transition personnel can effectively …

A brief outlining the importance of social skills education for youth with disabilities, identifying specific skills needed by youth, providing guidance for choosing and implementing social skills …

A brief providing a rich demographic profile of the utilization of postsecondary education by recipients of Social Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and summariz…

A resource guide designed to help state-level transition coordinators and others who form, conduct, and evaluate interagency teams that address the school and postschool needs of youth with...

A manual with information and examples for school personnel to operate effective work-based learning programs consistent with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Sample forms, agreements, and …

A practical handbook providing step-by-step instructions on understanding, planning, and engaging in the coordination of community resources that support the transition of youth with disabilities …

A resource guide designed to help educators, transition specialists, workforce development professionals, family members, and youth to understand employers' needs, circumstances, and perspectives …

A brief providing teachers with strategies for motivating students with diverse learning styles, including students with disabilities, in science courses and programs. These strategies include use …

A cutting-edge manual for educators, administrators and policymakers describing 11 proven interventions for increasing school completion among youth with disabilities. The interventions selected …

A brief offering concrete, useful information about adolescent development to guide families in supporting youth with disabilities, providing the compassionate perspective of a parent of a youth …

A brief identifying the major challenges of postsecondary education for persons with disabilities of culturally and linguistically diverse heritage and providing recommendations to postsecondary …

A brief outlining how work-based learning helps youth identify interests, strengths, skills, and needs related to career development. This brief is intended for parents and guardians of youth with …

A brief introducing a dynamic process for creating synergistic community collaboration among those concerned with youth development, and for maximizing the community's human and financial resources…

A brief presenting views on quality education from two individuals with disabilities and a parent of a youth with a disability. The authors offer rich and diverse views on how educational systems …

A brief providing proactive solutions to juvenile delinquency problems of all youth, including those with disabilities, involved in the juvenile justice system. In particular, the brief focuses on …

A brief outlining the challenges youth with disabilities face in gaining access to technology, and providing specific recommendations for achieving greater technology access. Computer access has …

A brief describing the components of successful interagency agreements and how they can be implemented. Such agreements among educational and noneducational agencies can help maximize resources …

A brief describing the issue of the unprecedented and growing number of postsecondary students who report psychiatric disabilities. The publication provides an outline of the primary barriers such …

A brief providing clear definitions of bullying, teasing, and disability harassment. Bullying has been proven by numerous studies to be a serious problem nationwide. Harassment of youth with …

A brief highlighting the benefits of work-based learning for youth with disabilities and outlines the elements of quality work-based learning. In addition, the brief provides selected evidence- …

A brief calling for greater collaboration between general and special education teachers as one strategy for facilitating access to the general curriculum for all students, including those with …

A brief, written for secondary and postsecondary educational administrators, state policymakers, rehabilitation counselors, and researchers, identifying the barriers to successfully managing …

A brief outlining the differences in assistance determination and provision encountered by youth with disabilities as they transition into postsecondary environments. It offers related recommendati…

A brief addressing the need for expansion of mentoring opportunities for youth with disabilities. Specifically, the brief a) outlines some of the benefits of mentoring for youth, b) defines the …

A brief, written for secondary educators, employers, and disability service providers, addressing the primary issues in promoting the participation of employers in work-based learning experiences …

A brief that uses research-based information defining the problem of an unacceptably high dropout rate for students with disabilities and articulates proven intervention strategies. The brief …

A brief describing principles of Universal Design and provides information about Universal Design resources. Universal Design refers to the design of flexible classroom materials and activities, …

A brief addressing the issue that fewer students with disabilities in middle schools and high schools use accommodations than students with disabilities in elementary schools. The brief reviews …

A brief focusing on coordination and integration of various services (e.g. education, vocational rehabilitation, developmental disabilities) so that youth with disabilities receive continued …

A brief discussing strategies for including work-based learning and youth development opportunities sponsored by the Workforce Investment Act in students' IEPs. The brief also addresses youth …

A brief clarifying the difference between meeting minimal standards for accommodation in postsecondary school, and providing a quality educational experience including accommodations. The brief …

A toolkit providing a common and shared framework to help school systems and communities identify what youth need in order to achieve successful participation in postsecondary education and …

A brief providing a national view of the transition planning process undertaken during high school with and for youth with disabilities as they prepare for life after school. The information …

A brief describing family involvement at home and at school, including a comparison of levels of involvement for families of youth with disabilities with those for families in the general populatio…

A brief presenting a fresh look at selected characteristics of youth with emotional disturbances and their households that distinguish them from other youth with disabilities and/or from youth in …

A brief highlighting the results of the National Longitudinal Study-2 in regard to social activities of youth with disabilities. Researchers asked parents how often youth interact with friends by …

A brief describing in detail employment trends for youth with disabilities documented within the National Longitudinal Study-2. The NLTS2 gathered data on work-study employment and regular paid …

A document reporting on the demographic characteristics of youth with disabilities participating in the National Longitudinal Study-2 providing important information about factors other than …

A brief introducing a series highlighting the major findings of the National Longitudinal Transition Study-2 (NLTS2), which tracked the characteristics, experiences, and achievements of a sample …

A brief providing information and practical tips to help parents stay involved in their teen's life during middle school and high school to help make sure they graduate. Students who drop out of …

A brief providing information on the benefits of and strategies for including health in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process. Produced by PACER Center and the Healthy and Ready to …

A brief describing ways in which youth and families can help youth effectively explore work-based learning outside of school settings. Produced by PACER Center in collaboration with the Institute's…

A brief describing universal design, a process for creating environments that support the learning of students with diverse abilities, styles, and needs. In universal design, versatility is built …

A website presenting NCSET, a center that focuses on improved access and success for students with disabilities in secondary and postsecondary education, as well as employment, independent living,...