After High School

• Assessing Your Interests & Abilities

• Understanding Strengths & Challenges

• Living Issues

We know it can be difficult enough to handle school this year, much less plan for next. If you're feeling overwhelmed by the pressure to move ahead, this section may help.

Learn how each year of high school helps prepare you for the future. Choose the grade you're in now and get helpful tips you can put into practice today.

• 9th grade
• 10th grade
• 11th grade
• 12th Grade
  

If you've already graduated from high school, look at the Education Choices  and Finding Support  sections for information on making a smooth transition to the next step in your life.

Transition to College & Work for Teens
Exploring post-secondary options is often a daunting task for parents and students alike, but with the right planning, support, and information this can be a positive and truly successful next step for every student. You'll find all the information needed to make the right transitional decisions on the Transition to College & Work for Teens page, including useful tips, key websites, and in-depth research reports.

Transition to College: Strategic Planning to Ensure Success for Students With Learning Disabilities (PDF)

Making plans for the future and knowing where you're going allows you to design the steps that will take you to your destination. As a parent, it is important to encourage your child to learn what he or she needs to know about college in order to plan a successful transition. This brief can help you understand the requirements and opportunities included in the law so that you can successfully plan and help your child prepare for his or her future.

Transitioning from High School to College Symposium
In October 2006, ETS and the National Center for Learning Disabilities joined together to explore pressing issues regarding post-secondary transition for students with LD at the Addressing Achievement Gaps: Students with Learning Disabilities Transitioning from High School to College Symposium. This landmark conference brought together key experts and researchers in the field, educators, guidance counselors, college admissions professionals, postsecondary disability coordinators, advocates, parents, and students to address achievement gaps and discuss possible solutions for student success going forward. To find an overview of the main topics, presenter information, documents, and resources for further support visit www.ld.org/ets.