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Secondary Transition: IEP Workshop

Event Information:
The Transition Individualized Education Program (IEP) Workshop will support you in learning to write meaningful, compliant, and student-centered IEPs. We will focus on meeting the requirements of General Supervision, Priority 5: Secondary Transition, while highlighting best practices. This will be an interactive workshop with opportunities to practice what you are learning. This workshop is for those writing IEPs for and supporting transition-aged youth, ages 15+; however, anyone is welcome to attend. 
 
  • Opportunity to examine the required IEP components while seeing the throughline to the student's post-secondary goals.
  • Participants are encouraged to bring a paper copy of an entire IEP that includes the transition services page (students aged 16 or older) to support their learning.
  • There will be time to collaborate, answer questions, and share many resources!

Date: 
Thursday, February 4, 2027

Check In: 8:15 am
Start: 8:30 am
End: 12:00 pm


Location: 
Northwest Regional ESD - Washington Service Center, Hillsboro

Event Notes:

  • Interested in getting a full day of training?
    • Register for the afternoon event: Secondary Transition: Community Agency Collaboration from 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm.
       

Who Should Attend: 

  • Registrants must be employed with a school district in Clatsop, Columbia, Tillamook, or Washington County
     
  • Participants who may benefit most from this training include, but are not limited to:
    • K-12 Special Education Teachers, Compliance Specialists, Case Managers, Related Services Providers, or any other administrative or certified staff supporting the Transition IEP process.
       
Instructor: 
Sarah Statham, Transition Network Facilitator (TNF)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 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.


Photograph of Kriss RitaKriss Rita is a Transition Network Facilitator for Clackamas, Gilliam, Hood River, Marion, Polk, Sherman, Tillamook, Wasco, and Yamhill Counties. Her experience includes working as a Learning Specialist and Transition Coordinator for the Centennial School District serving students ages 16-21, organizing an international learning support program, teaching at The Green School of Bali, and teaching Interagency Collaboration and Person-Centered-Supports to upcoming special educators as an adjunct faculty member at Portland State University. She also holds a graduate certificate in Positive Psychology, a coaching certification, and a Love + Work Leadership certification, all of which fuel her passion to support students and teams to flourish.

 

Event Resources:

Substitute & Mileage Eligible Event:
Do you require a substitute, and/or will you be traveling by car to be in attendance at this event?
  • K-12 Special Education events hosted by NWRESD are eligible for substitute and mileage reimbursement. 
  • Learn More: NWRESD: Subeligible Events FAQ
     
Accommodations:
We strive to make our events accessible and inclusive to participants from all backgrounds and abilities. Please use the form below to review a list of supports provided and/or to request any additional accommodations. At least two weeks' advance notice of requests will help us to provide seamless access:
Event Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
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About Northwest Regional Education Service District:
Northwest Regional ESD is the largest of Oregon’s 19 education service districts. We serve students, educators, child care 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,d and inspired to achieve their full potential and enrich their communities. Learn more at nwresd.org.

Location

Northwest Regional ESD - Washington Service Center
5825 NE Ray Circle
Hillsboro, OR 97124

Site

Tags

NREN Subeligible NWRESD Staff and District Partners Special Student Services Secondary Transition

Fee

Free

Contact Information

Malory Turner, Special Education Professional Learning Coach
MaTurner@nwresd.k12.or.us

Session Information

Start: Thursday February 4th, 2027 at 08:15 am
End: Thursday February 4th, 2027 at 12:00 pm
PDUs: 3.50
Instructor: Sarah Statham & Kriss Rita, TNFs
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