Family Engagement

Transition Guide to Postsecondary Education and Employment for Students and Youth with Disabilities

A Transition Guide to Postsecondary Education and Employment for Students and Youth with Disabilities from the U.S. Department of Education covers transition planning, transition services, and post-high school education and employment options.

  • PDF, Transition Guide to Postsecondary Education and Employment for Students and Youth with Disabilities


Wilson Workforce Rehabilitation Center

Wilson Workforce Rehabilitation Center, in Fishersville, VA offers vocational evaluation and training services.

  • Website, Wilson Workforce Rehabilitation Center


Securing a Future for Your Child with a Disability

Resource compiled by the Arc of Northern Virginia,  written for Northern Virginia but much is applicable in other areas of state.

  • Website, Securing a Future for Your Child with a Disability


Virginia’s I’m Determined project

Virginia’s I’m Determined project provides training modules and resources for teachers, parents and youth to promote self-determination of youth with disabilities.

  • Website, Virginia’s I’m Determined project


Virginia Department of Education’s Transfer of Rights for Students with Disabilities Upon Reaching Age of Majority in Virginia

Virginia Department of Education’s Transfer of Rights for Students with Disabilities Upon Reaching Age of Majority in Virginia, which includes information on educational power of attorney.

APPENDIX C is a Sample Specific Power Of Attorney  For Educational Decisions Made Under The Individuals With Disabilities Education Act.

  • Guide, Virginia Department of Education’s Transfer of Rights for Students with Disabilities Upon Reaching Age of Majority in Virginia

    Transfer of Rights for Students with Disabilities guide


Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitation Services

Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitation Services provides services to and for Virginians with disabilities including Employment Services, Community Based Services, Assistive Technology/Devices and Equipment, and Disability Determination.

  • Website, Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitation Services


Virginia Partnership for People with Disabilities at VCU

The Virginia Partnership for People with Disabilities at VCU links families to wide spectrum of professional services and community interests as it seeks to expand opportunities to individuals with disabilities.

  • Website, Virginia Partnership for People with Disabilities at VCU


Secondary Transition from the Virginia Department of Education

A Fast Fact sheet on Secondary Transition from the Virginia Department of Education summarizes the requirements under IDEA.

  • Factsheet, Secondary Transition from the Virginia Department of Education