It’s February and transition season is coming soon!

While transitions may occur throughout the year, annual referrals for Part B early childhood special education frequently begin during the winter months in preparation for the April 1st referral deadline.

Resources

Here are some resources that might be helpful as you navigate the transition process with families!

VEIPD Transition Topic Page

Transition Elevator Speech

Transition from EI Learning Path

Transition: A Series of Family Decisions

(PPT tutorial with scripts to guide how to complete the transition section of the IFSP)

Transition: Developing the Plan and Documenting the Steps

(PPT tutorial with scripts to guide how to complete the transition section of the IFSP)

Transition in Action: Scenarios

(PPT tutorial with scripts to guide how to complete the transition section of the IFSP)

Transition Conference Requirements

(PPT tutorial with scripts to guide how to complete the transition section of the IFSP)

Transition from Part C to Part B Question and Answer Document

VDOE Transition from Part C to Part B

Webinar Opportunity

Are you a new LSM, a new service coordinator or would you like to know more about collaborating with Part B to support transition? Join us for this upcoming webinar:

Considerations for a Smooth and Timely Transition from Part C to Part B



March 9th, 2023

12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

This webinar, presented by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services and the Department of Education, will provide information about the transition from Early Intervention Services (Part C) to Early Childhood Special Education (Part B). The webinar will discuss regulations, decisions that can be determined locally, program eligibility, as well as tips for how the two systems can collaborate to support families.

The webinar will be recorded and available to watch afterwards.

The development of this resource was sponsored by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (Early Intervention Office) through a contract with the Partnership for People with Disabilities at Virginia Commonwealth University.