Transition IEPs carry high expectations—and high stakes. This hands-on workshop is designed for special educators and related service providers working with transition‑aged students (ages 14–22) who want to strengthen how they write IEPs that are meaningful, functional, aligned, and defensible.

This is a hands‑on learning experience. Each session includes focused instruction, real examples, guided discussion, and dedicated time to actively draft or revise IEP sections. Participants will leave with concrete tools, practical templates, and written IEP components they can immediately apply to their own caseloads.

Presenters from the Blume Method

Allan Blume, Ed. S
CEO & Co-Founder, Blume Method
Allan Blume is a special education leader with more than 45 years of experience supporting educators and families. He is the creator of the Blume Method, a practical framework that helps educators write clearer, more consistent, and individualized IEPs while strengthening collaboration and outcomes for students.

Jarrod Scalzo, M. Ed, BCBA,LABA
Behavior Analyst, Blume Method
After graduating from the University of Connecticut in 2005, Jarrod entered the special education field specializing in autism education. Jarrod received a Master’s degree in Special Education from Simmons College in 2009 and became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst in 2014. Jarrod has specialized in staff training and professional development for more than 13 years in his role at the New England Center for Children. This includes onboarding new staff and supporting existing staff and their ongoing development as they work to become successful teachers and clinicians. He is well versed in a variety of topics pertaining to Applied Behavior Analysis and IEP development and looks forward to providing Blume Method clients a high level of support and expertise.

Adrienne Rogers, M. Ed.
Director of Growth, Blume Method
Adrienne Rogers brings nearly two decades of experience in special education to her work with The Blume Method. A former teacher, paraprofessional, and college adjunct professor, Adrienne has dedicated her career to improving outcomes for students with diverse learning needs. She also served as an Educational Specialist at Boston Children’s Hospital, where she helped families navigate the complex intersection of healthcare and education.

Visit https://tinyurl.com/ntcnmay26 for additional information on the event and registration.  If you have any questions on the event or reasonable accommodations, contact the Northeast Arc Community Resource Center via e-mail at CommunityResourceCenter@ne-arc.org.

The Northeast Transition Collaborative Network (NTCN) connects families, educators, and providers in the Massachusetts Northeast Region to support youth transitioning from school to adult services. Our goal is to unify resources, offer trainings, and create a collaborative space to promote person-centered planning and successful outcomes.