Professional Development Event for Educators held on March 17, 2026
Empowering Student Voice: Practical Strategies for Transition IEPs
Educators will learn practical, student‑centered strategies for strengthening student voice in the transition IEP process. The day will introduce a clear framework for using transition assessment, preparing students for meaningful participation in their IEP meetings, and applying real‑world practices that support individualized postsecondary planning.
Below are presenter slides and resources provided at the workshop.
Kelley Challen, Transition Specialist & Founder, Challen Transitions
Empowering Student Voice: Practical Strategies for Student-Centered Transition IEPs
Leslie Leslie, Project Director, Federation for Children with Special Needs
Preparing Students (and Families) for Meaningful Participation in the IEP Process
Rich Plouffe, Director of Transition Services, SEEM Collaborative
“But I’m not a Transition Specialist”: Using a Team Approach for Transition Assessment
Resource Handout
Using A Team Approach for Transition Assessment Resources
Kate Small, Consultant, empowerED School Solutions
Students in the Driver’s Seat: Reimagining Transition Planning
Resource Handout
Student Led IEP Meeting – Accountable Talk Phrases
Resource Guide with Assessment Information, Tools for Educators, Tools for Students, and Information for Educators to help support parents/caregivers.
March 2026 NTCN Resource Guide
Upcoming Transition-Related Events for Educators
March 2026 NTCN Event Guide
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.
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