The preparation of special needs students for transition from high school to a post-secondary college setting

<p>The purpose of the study was to review the curricula, programs, and supports offered at Washington Township High School for the purpose of determining if the necessary transition skills are being taught to prepare special needs students for a successful transition to college. The participants included teachers, guidance counselors, principals, child study team members, a "504" Officer, and a Supervisor of special education.</p> <p>Data was collected through a survey that was developed by the intern and approved by the IRB. The intern was also able to gather information through discussions held with the staff at WTHS and a "504" Officer. The findings suggested that the necessary transition skills are taught at the high school level which address student transition to a college setting. A study skills curriculum was added for use in the 2005-2006 school year. Further curricula will be reviewed to teach self-advocacy and self-determination skills to students. The study will be continued as a longitudinal study in the future. Additional data and information will be gathered from parents and students, as future participants and stakeholders at Washington Township High School.</p>

Name thesis:degree_name

M.A. in Educational Leadership

Level thesis:degree_level

Thesis

Discipline thesis:degree_discipline

Educational Services and Leadership

Year dc:date.available

2005

Author dc:creator

• Saputo, Christine M.

Contributors dc:contributor

• Moyer, David

• Students with disabilities--Education (Secondary)
• Educational Leadership

Repository record dc:identifier

https://rdw.rowan.edu/etd/1074

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:rdw.rowan.edu:etd-2074