This week, Meghan (Smallwood) and Patrick (Cadigan) are in "teacher-mode," putting the finishing touches to their quarterly progress notes. So this week, their posting a "throwback" discussion (from 2023 with some updated audio). They sat down with Liz Burley, a transition consultant and retired teacher/transition coordinator with 40 years of experience, to explore her path into transition services and share practical guidance for families navigating a child’s future. Across the discussion, Liz emphasizes the importance of fostering independence, thoughtfully planning for adulthood, and leveraging peer influence, while also highlighting how meaningful integration of students with disabilities into classroom settings can support long-term success. Join the conversation!

Episode Keywords:
parents, young adult, transition, disabilities, families, students, jobs, programs, teachers, conversation, school, process, agency, work, services, Maryland, adult, information

Links:
Prince George's County public schools (site)
The ARC of Prince Georges County (site)
The ARC of Maryland (site)
Council for Exceptional Children (site)

Well That's Helpful: Disability Rights of Maryland (site)

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