Transition Resources
Transition planning is a multistep process of preparing students for life after they leave high school, including participation in post-secondary education or training, employment, and community living. Planning begins at age 14, or younger if deemed appropriate by the IEP team, and continues through high school. The planning process is a collaborative effort between the student, family/caregiver, school team, and agency partners.
North Allegheny School District is committed to preparing all students for success in a changing world. The purpose of the local and commonwealth resources on this page is to assist families with transition planning. If you have any questions, reach out to one of the Coordinators of Special Education:
Patricia Tkacik
Grades 6–10
ptkacik@northallegheny.org
Stephanie Svilar
Grades 11–12+
ssvilar@northallegheny.org
412-630-5812
COMMUNITY SUPPORT AGENCIES
POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION & TRAINING RESOURCES
EMPLOYMENT RESOURCES
COMMUNITY LIVING RESOURCES
OTHER TRANSITION RESOURCES
ALLEGHENY COUNTY OFFICE OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
The
Allegheny County Office of Behavioral Health
(OBH) provides support for county residents in need of mental health and/or substance abuse services.
ALLEGHENY COUNTY OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENTAL SUPPORTS
The Allegheny County Department of Human Services (DHS)
Office of Developmental Supports
(ODS) registers eligible Allegheny County residents to connect them to Supports Coordination and other supports and services.
Individuals with the following diagnosis are eligible.
Intellectual Disability (ID)
Autism
Developmental Disability (DD) prior to age 9
Medically Complex Condition (MCC) prior to age 21
PENNSYLVANIA OFFICE OF VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION
NASD is proud to partner with the
Pennsylvania Office of Vocational Rehabilitation
(OVR) to provide Pre-Employment Transition Services to students. The services provided by the OVR are free to individuals who meet agency criteria. OVR can provide a wide range of individualized services to eligible applicants, which may include but are not limited to the following.
Pre-Employment Transition Services
Vocational Counseling and Guidance
Restoration Services
Job Placement Assistance
Assistive Technology
Support Services
COLLEGE vs HIGH SCHOOL ACCOMMODATIONS
Differences between High School and College Accommodations for Students with Disabilities
INCLUSIVE COLLEGE PROGRAMS FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
Think College
is dedicated to developing, expanding, and improving research and practice in inclusive higher education for students with intellectual disabilities.
Slippery Rock University RockLife Program
Mercyhurst University AIM Program
Millersville University Integrated Studies Program
East Stroudsburg University CILLS Program
COMMUNITY COLLEGE PROGRAMS
Community College of Allegheny County
CCAC - Vocational Training Program
Butler County Community College
Community College of Beaver County
TECHNICAL COLLEGES & TRADE SCHOOLS
Find Trade Schools & Colleges in Pennsylvania
Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology
Hiram G. Andrews
Bidwell Training Center
Rosedale Technical College
Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics
JOB TRAINING EMPLOYMENT PROGRAMS
Working and Training in PA
PennDOT On-the-Job Training Program
Department of Labor Training
Job Corps Pittsburgh
OTHER TRANSITION PROGRAMS
Glade Run Transitions Program
Goodwill Project Search
Goodwill Project Life
PA Connecting Communities
PRIDE Program at the Allegheny Intermediate Unit
BCRC School to Work Transition Program
PENNSYLVANIA HIGHER EDUCATION ASSISTANCE AGENCY
The Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency
is a quasi-governmental agency that administers several state-level and national higher education student financial aid programs.
CAREER EXPLORATION RESOURCES
For more information about career exploration please utilize the websites below. Resources on these websites are free of charge to use.
To better understand in-demand careers in Pennsylvania use the PA Careerlink Website.  You can also open an OVR case post-graduation online using the PA CareerLink Website—
pacareerlink.pa.gov/jponline
For Career Exploration for high school students access the My Next Move Website—
mynextmove.org
For the latest career information from the US Department of Labor access the Occupational Information Network—
onetonline.org
VOTER REGISTRATION
The North Allegheny School District is required to provide students turning 18 years of age with voter registration information. If you are interested in registering to vote please follow the instructions below.
To register to vote in Pennsylvania, you must:
Be a
citizen of the United States
for at least one month before the next primary, special, municipal, or general election.
Be a resident of Pennsylvania and the election district
in which you want to register and vote for at least 30 days before the next primary, special, municipal, or general election.
Be at least
18 years of age
on or before the day of the next primary, special, municipal, or general election.
Additional Information can also be obtained at your local PenDot Office.
To register to vote in Pennsylvania access the following webpage:
vote.pa.gov/Register-to-Vote/Pages/default.aspx
For a blank mail in voter registration form and follow instructions:
vote.pa.gov/Resources/Documents/Voter_Registration_Application_English.pdf
SELECTIVE SERVICE REGISTRATION
Males between the ages of 18 and 25 are required to register in the selective service system. Additional information can be found
here.
PENNSYLVANIA DRIVERS INFORMATION
Students turning 16 years of age are eligible to obtain a driving learner’s permit. For additional information click this
link
to the PenNDot website.  Or families can visit their local PenNDot office.
PENNSYLVANIA TRAINING & ASSISTANCE NETWORK (PATTAN)—SECONDARY TRANSITION WEBPAGE
PATTAN
has several resources available for parents and families looking for additional transition resources.
PATTAN RESOURCES
Transitions Tuesday (recorded webinars)
Job Skills: Getting Ready to Work
Exploring the Options of a Two- or Four-Year College
The Importance of Employment - Why Work?
Secondary Transition: Financial Fundamentals
Secondary Transition: Preparing for Employment
Secondary Transition: Customized Employment
Secondary Transition: Understanding Self-Advocacy
Pennsylvania Secondary Transition Roadmap
Entitlement vs Eligibility
Secondary Transition: Promoting Independent Living While Still in School
THE ARC OF PENNSYLVANIA
The Arc of Pennsylvania
has 33 local chapters and represents over 8,000 members. The state office coordinates strategic, grassroots advocacy efforts, provides policy analysis and trainings, and implements the statewide Include Me and the ARC Discovery Employment Transitions (ADEPT) programs that serve children and adults.
The Arc of Pennsylvania focuses on systems advocacy and governmental affairs, demonstrating leadership and guidance among all disability organizations in Pennsylvania. The local chapters of ARC provide a variety of critical services, including advocacy services, Early Intervention, residential and day supports, home-care assistance, and job training.
PENNSYLVANIA SECONDARY TRANSITION GUIDE
This website provides youth, young adults, parents, and professionals with secondary transition resources
to facilitate a young person’s progress toward post-secondary goals related to education, employment, and community living.
PA PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE TRANSITION CHECKLIST