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Presenter: Rosemary Alexander, PhD, Transition Coordinator, Texas Parent to ParentThis training will begin with a 1-hour parent panel, consisting of 3-4 parents representing a variety of disabilities and perspectives, who will talk about their hopes and fears for their children's futures, and how school staff have helped or hindered them on the transition journey. Rosemary Alexander, possibly with help from other parents, will present ways for school staff to connect with parents and include them in transition planning; what tools are available to assist schools and families with transition planning; and how Texas Parent to Parent can help with this process.Target Audience: This workshop is aimed at any school professional that has responsibility for setting transition goals, helping parents plan, and supporting families as they make decisions about the student's life after graduation. |
