Professional development for Transition Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) is designed to support the writing of meaningful and student-centered IEPs that are compliant and meet the requirements of General Supervision (Priority 5: Secondary Transition). Participants will have the opportunity to examine the required IEP components while seeing the throughline to the student's post-secondary goals. Participants are asked to bring a paper copy of an entire IEP that includes the transition services page (students aged 16 or older) to support their learning edge. There will be time to answer questions and share resources.
 

Presenter: Sarah Statham is the Transition Network Facilitator (TNF) for Multnomah, Washington, Columbia & Clatsop counties. Her role is to provide technical assistance and support interagency collaboration between schools and community partners in order to strengthen post-school outcomes for youth with disabilities. She holds her MEd in Secondary Special Education and has taught for over 20 years in both 18-21 programming and high school levels. She is an adjunct faculty member at Portland State University teaching Interagency Collaboration and Person-Centered-Supports. Sarah was part of the Seamless Transition Pilot Project with the state of Oregon and was awarded the Outstanding Transition Teacher of the Year in 2016 by OSTC. Sarah enjoys biking, reading as well as hiking and snowshoeing with her family and dog Sawyer.

Date: Thursday, January 9, 2025
Check-In: 8:00 am - 8:30 am
Start: 8:30 am
End: 12:00 pm

Intestered in getting a full day of training this day with Sarah? Be sure to also register for her afternoon event: 'Community Partner Collaboration: Who's Who and How To' taking place from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm.

Location: 
Northwest Regional ESD - Washington Service Center, Hillsboro

Who Should Attend:
Special Educators, SPED Directors, Case Managers, Specialists 
*This event is reserved for school staff working in Columbia, Clatsop, Tillamook, & Washington Counties*
** Sarah Statham also serves Multnomah County. If you work in that county and would like to attend, please email Malory Turner to register: maturner@nwresd.k12.or.us

Accommodations:
We strive to make our events accessible and inclusive to participants from all backgrounds and abilities. All virtual sessions will have automated closed captioning available. If you think you will need additional accommodations, such as an interpreter, please contact Sabine Eaton at seaton@nwresd.k12.or.us or 503-614-1351. At least two weeks' advance notice will help us to provide seamless access.

About Northwest Regional Education Service District:
Northwest Regional ESD is the largest of Oregon’s 19 education service districts. We serve students, educators, childcare providers, and families living in Clatsop, Columbia, Tillamook, and Washington counties. Our staff members work collaboratively with school districts and other educational partners to deliver quality, cost-effective programs and services including special education, technology, professional development, school improvement, and operational support. Our vision is that every student is educated, equipped, and inspired to achieve their full potential and enrich their communities. Learn more at nwresd.org.

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