Event Description

Transition Services: Community Partner Collaboration - Who's Who & How To

Participants will…

• Explore and discuss effective collaboration & conversation between schools & agencies.
• Learn what supports & services agencies can provide eligible clients (your students!)
• Understand Office of Developmental Disability Services (ODDS) employment services.
• Learn more about the changes in Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Services.

Presenters:
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.

Oregon DHS Employees: CJ Webb, Korie Cochran, Tabitha Bielemeier, and Nathan Deeks

Date: Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Check-In: 12:45 pm - 1:00 pm
Start: 1:00 pm
End: 4:00 pm

Interested in getting a full day of training this day with Sarah?
Be sure to also register for her morning event: 'Transition IEP Workshop' from 8:30 am - 12:00 pm.

Location: 
Northwest Regional ESD - Washington Service Center, Hillsboro

Who Should Attend:
Secondary special educators and/or administrators who would like to learn more about the system(s) that may be able to provide support to students before and/or after they exit school services.
*This event is reserved for school staff working in Columbia, Clatsop, Tillamook, & Washington Counties*
**Sarah also serves Multnomah County in her role. If you are from that region, please add yourself to the waitlist. If room allows, you will be notified. 

Subeligible Event:
Do you require substitute reimbursement to attend this event?
Learn More: NWRESD K-12 Special Education: Subeligible Events FAQ
Learn about how your voice drives NREN programs: nwresd.org/ren

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 need an American Sign Language interpreter, please email: ASLinterpreterrequests@nwresd.k12.or.us. If you think you will need additional accommodations, 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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