Conference on Autism Spectrum Disorders & Transitions from High School
(December 5, 2014)
Autism Spectrum Disorders & Transitions from High School: Challenges & Opportunities
The Autism Transition Project (ATP) is a two-year project to study how students with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are being prepared to transition from the public school system into adulthood, with employment or additional education in the community. The conference “Autism Spectrum Disorders & Transitions from High School: Challenges & Opportunities” showcased the work of the ATP, and specifically what has been learned from parents and school leaders about the resources and supports needed in order for students with an ASD to experience greater support and success during the transition from school to adulthood.
The full-day event focused on the strengths, challenges, and opportunities for transition planning and services – bringing together experts from the field as well as members of the community who are engaged in this issue.
Presentations & Resources
- Transition from Adolescence to Adulthood: A Public Health Perspective on Autism Spectrum Disorder (Kim Van Naarden Braun, PhD – The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
- Autism and Transition to Adulthood (Lorri Unumb, Esq. – Autism Speaks)
- ASD and Transition (Ann Long – Fairfax County Public Schools Career and Transition Services)
- Options for Life Flier
- CITY+ Project: Promoting Successful Employment of Youth with AS (Julianna Taymans & Dr. Joan Kester – The George Washington University
- Autism Transition Project (Donna Behrens, MPH, Stephanie David, JD, MPH & Molly Biehl, MPH) – The Center for Health and Health Care in Schools)