Lesson Plan
Post-Secondary Options Framework
Students will explore college, vocational, and community-based post-secondary options, compare their features, and create a personalized transition plan with clear next steps.
This lesson empowers 12th-grade special education students to make informed choices about life after graduation, building independence and confidence as they prepare for their future.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Objectives
5 minutes
Step 2
Presentation: Explore Options
15 minutes
Step 3
Activity: Compare Options
15 minutes
Step 4
Project: Create Your Transition Plan
20 minutes
Step 5
Review & Rubric Discussion
10 minutes
Step 6
Cool-Down: Next Step Pledge
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Beyond Graduation: Exploring Your Next Steps
College Pathways
Vocational & Technical Programs
Community Supports & Resources
Comparing Your Options
Creating Your Transition Plan
Next Step Pledge
Activity
Project Guide
Rubric
Cool Down
