Special Education Archives - Transition Abilities

Ways to Support Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month

March is Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month. Find out how you can join in raising Cerebral palsy awareness!… Read More

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How to Teach Students About Their Disabilities

How can we help our students understand their own disabilities? Here are effective tips and helpful topics for teaching students about their disabilities.… Read More

Two hands forming a heart shape around a colorful autism infinity symbol. Text reads "Autism Acceptance Month 2025 – How to Get Involved.

Disability Awareness | Neurodiversity

World Autism Acceptance Month 2025

April is World Autism Acceptance Month! Here’s how you can participate in this important event.… Read More

two women sitting at a table engaged in a conversation, with one appearing to coach or guide the other. Text reads, "Preparing Students for Job Interviews."

*Vocational Skills

How to Prepare Students for Job Interviews

Interview skills are important for students who are new to the working world. How do you prepare your special education students for job interviews?… Read More

A graphic with the text 'Teaching About Dress Codes,' showing a student in a collared shirt smiling and interacting with an instructor

*Vocational Skills

Teaching Transition Students How to Dress Professionally

Teach your transition students about dress codes with practical tips on dressing for different job settings and dressing professionally!… Read More

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*Community Skills | Teacher Tips

How to Incorporate Community Outings into Academics

Learn how to incorporate community outings into your academics, with practical tips especially made for your special education classroom!… Read More

A group of six diverse young adults sitting in a circle in a classroom setting, engaged in discussion. Some are holding laptops or tablets, and all are smiling or attentively listening. The group appears to be in an interactive learning session.

*Classroom Management | Teacher Tips

Keeping Students Busy During Downtime

Downtime doesn’t have to be unproductive or chaotic. Check out these ideas for keeping your students busy during downtime!… Read More

Kid doing a occupational therapy session with a psychologist

*Classroom Management | Disability Awareness | Neurodiversity

Let’s Talk ABA ; a Perspective from a Black Autistic Adult

ABA (Applied Behavioral Analysis) is very controversial among the autistic adult population. But ABA can also be lifesaving. Learn about the nuances of ABA from a Black Autistic adult with lived experience. … Read More

A smiling young woman wearing a red beanie and a white winter jacket sits on outdoor steps, holding a laptop. She is looking at the camera and lightly touching her beanie with one hand.

*Classroom Management

17 Easy & Fun Winter Ideas for Your Transition Classroom

Is your classroom ready for some winter fun and learning? Check out these easy winter ideas for your transition classroom!… Read More

*Transition Planning | *Vocational Skills | Disability Awareness | Self-Determination

How to Help Students Request Workplace Accommodations

Wondering what the deal is with requesting accommodations at work? Brendan McCarthy is guest blogging to help your students self-advocate!… Read More