“Back to school”… those first few weeks of getting adjusted are hard for everyone, but for some students with disabilities, transitions are tougher. Transitioning from grade to grade can be made easier with preparation.
Consider what has been difficult in the past and what activities you do at home to prepare your child for a change. Many children with disabilities benefit from timers, reminders, social stories, schedules, and other visual supports.
Transition planning for the start of a new school year can also be part of an IEP, outlining an annual goal, specific responsibilities of team members and timelines.
- New School Year = Rough Transition for Some
- Back to School
- Talking to Kids about Back to School Worries
- Back to School Dos and Don’ts
- Tips for Getting You and Your Kids Back Into the School Routine
More Michigan Alliance for Families webpages related to other times of school transition:
Transition from Grade to Grade
Transition to a New School
Transition To Preschool
Transition to Kindergarten
Transition from Elementary to Middle School
Transition from Middle School to High School
Transition to Adulthood
Retention/Social Promotion
