“What I liked about my IEP was I was in charge and there was no one explaining to
my parents, but I talked and I explained.” – Student in Oklahoma after participating
in instruction to lead the IEP meeting.
Assist State Education Agencies with collecting data on
IDEA (2004) Part B State Performance Plan Indicator 13 and using these data
to improve transition services;
Generate knowledge that provides a foundation for states to improve
transition services that enhance post-school outcomes;
Build capacity of states and local educational agencies to implement
effective transition education and services that improve post-school outcomes; and
Disseminate information to state personnel, practitioners, researchers,
parents, and students regarding effective transition education and services that
improve post-school outcomes.