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A Division of the State Board of EducationIdaho Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Transition Summary – How to Involve Families
Why is it important?
If Parents don’t see the value in services then students most likely will not obtain services
For students under 18 years old Parental and/or Guardian Permission andApproval is needed before we can accessthe information needed to provide services
Why is it important?Most students will have a significant adjustment when they transition into adult expectations vs. high school
It’s important that VRC’s develop a rapport with students. Referring students at age 16 gives them time to create a comprehensive transition plan.
The earlier they start in High School the more successful we are at keeping them in a program.
Busy. . .BusyYour help is needed in order for IDVR to be successful
We know that IDVR is just a piece of the puzzle for your students
We can help with some of your requirements and increase post school outcomes!
You are the most influential to students and their families
How can you help?
Understand the VR process and ask questions if clarificationis needed
Please don’t assume. . . Contact one of our counselors with any concerns about working with VR
You are the most important influence to students’ families!
How can you help?
Stress the value of IDVR to parents of your students
Invite VRC’s to parent teacher conference to meet parents
When talking with parents, use examples of how IDVRhas helped other students
Inform parents of when the VRC will be at the school
How can you help?
Make IDVR a part of your team. The more Students that see a VRC as a team member, the better
Invite VRC’s to parent teacher conferences to meet parents
Invite VRC’s to participate in college night and other Transition related events your school hosts
How can you help?
Maintain communication with VRC
Follow up with students & parents to see if they havePursued IDVR services
Invite VRC’s to an occasional staff meeting
Benefits to Students
Students has continuation of VR services from High Schoolto post High School
IDVR has better understanding of student’s individual needs
Student has better understanding of VR role and will continue to contact us with questions
Student will see IDVR as a resource
Student has a clear direction/plan
Important to Note. . .
Parents talking to a VRC can ask questions or get clarification with no obligation
Refer students with disabilities to IDVR Don’t feel like you have to determine if the meet eligibility criteria. That’s our job.
IDVR information is confidential
If the student agrees, Parents can continue to be engages with their case after the age of 18.
VRC’s have flexibility in meeting times with families
Each school district is different. . . Find creative ways to work with the VR Counselor to become a part of your team
Other VR Participation with Transition Youth
IEP Meetings
Youth Leadership Forum
Tools for Life Conference
College Fairs, College Nights at school
Young Adult Transition Fair
Disability Mentoring Day
Who is your VR Contact?
If you don know, we will find out for you:
Leave us your contact information and we will get that information back to you
Questions ? ? ?