{"id":12605,"date":"2024-09-20T16:05:20","date_gmt":"2024-09-20T20:05:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/advocatesforchildren.org\/?page_id=12605"},"modified":"2025-01-08T17:34:21","modified_gmt":"2025-01-08T22:34:21","slug":"transition-alliance","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/advocatesforchildren.org\/ur\/transition-alliance\/","title":{"rendered":"Transition Alliance"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false},"class_list":["post-12605","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":{"component_hero":{"variant":"bg","":null,"subheader":"Advocating for improved transition supports and enhanced opportunities for students with disabilities in New York City to thrive in adulthood.","button":"","image":12606},"page_layout":[{"acf_fc_layout":"layout_wysiwyg","_acfe_flexible_toggle":"","component_wysiwyg":{"content":"Advocates for Children of New York (AFC) leads the Transition Alliance,<\/strong> a coalition of organizations and individuals who have come together to improve transition services for students with disabilities in New York City. The Alliance aims to create a more equitable, accessible, and effective transition landscape that prepares students with disabilities for college, employment, independent living, and other post-secondary pursuits. We believe that successful transition planning requires a comprehensive approach that values diverse pathways and provides students with the necessary tools, opportunities, and supports. The Alliance seeks to increase post-secondary success for students with disabilities by addressing gaps in the current system, promoting collaboration among stakeholders, and advocating for policy changes that enhance transition services and outcomes.\r\n

Our Priorities<\/h2>\r\nTo create more comprehensive and inclusive transition planning in NYC Public Schools, we are focusing on the following policy priorities:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\r\n
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  1. Improving Transition Information for Students and Families:<\/span><\/b> Enhancing transition resources and information for students with disabilities and their families. This includes improving online resources, increasing access to high-quality trainings, and ensuring consistent communication throughout the transition process.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
  2. Dedicated Transition Support<\/span><\/b>: Advocating for every high school student with an IEP to have access to qualified, dedicated transition planning support. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
  3. Quality Transition Assessments<\/span><\/b>: Ensuring every student with an IEP receives a standardized, high-quality, and evidence-based transition assessment annually. These assessments will evaluate students\u2019 interests and abilities to inform effective transition planning.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
  4. Equitable Work-Based Learning Opportunities<\/span><\/b>: Ensuring equitable access to NYCPS work-based learning initiatives for students with disabilities and English Language Learners. Our goal is to broaden participation and improve outcomes in these valuable programs.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
  5. Enhanced Vocational Rehabilitation Services<\/span><\/b>: Improving access and coordination of ACCES-VR services for NYC high school students with disabilities. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n

    Our Members<\/h2>\r\nThe Transition Alliance brings together a diverse group of organizations and individuals committed to improving transition outcomes for students with disabilities in NYC.<\/span><\/span> Together, we can make a significant impact on the lives of students with disabilities, setting them on a path to success in college, career, and beyond.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\r\n

    Member Organizations<\/h3>\r\n