About this Guide

Introduction Why a resource about transitions? How to use this guide The Identification, Placement and Revew Commitee Process (IPRC) Individual Education Plan (IEP)

Introduction

This booklet aims to support parents and others as they plan educational transitions for and with students with Down syndrome. The information, tips and approaches recommended here will be relevant to these transitions:

From home or childcare into Full Day Kindergarten (FDK)

From FDK to grade 1 (elementary school), and through the elementary grades

From Grade 8 to Grade 9 (secondary school), and through the secondary years

From secondary school to postsecondary study and/or activities

If a student moves to a different school, or returns to school following a prolonged absence for medical reasons or after receiving care, treatment, or rehabilitation at another institution.

Acknowledgements

Jennifer Shields
BA, BEd, MA
Writer and Editor
Debra Reid
Down syndrome Advocate
Project Director
Brenda Stein Dzaldov
OCT, MEd, PhD
Research and Writing
Norma Christensen
Research and Writing
Rebekah Littlejohn
Photography
Domenic Gentilini
DSAO Chair
Creative Design:
Concept and Direction:
Funding provided by:

Disclaimer: The views expressed in this publication are the views of the DSAO and do not necessarily reflect those of the Province of Ontario

Why a resource about transitions?