Transition Services

School District of Fort Atkinson’s Transition Website

The transition program provides support and opportunities for young adults that are in the process of transitioning into post-secondary life.  

Fort's 18-21 Resources

Pathways 18-21 Program: Our goal is to provide students with disabilities, ages 18-21, transition-focused services within a community environment based on each student’s Individualized Educational Program (IEP). Please click here for the brochure. 

Project SEARCH: Home

 

Assistive Technology

DPI: Assistive Technology Resources

Wisconsin’s Assistive Technology Program

Employment Resources

Explore Career Fields:

ACP

CareerOneStop: Careers and Career Information

O*NET OnLine

Work in High School

Wisconsin Employment of Minors Guide - Department of Workforce Development

CareerOneStop: Interviewing

Youth Apprenticeships

Discover Employment Resources for Individuals with Disabilities

Video: Youth in Transition: Getting Started With the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) 

Job Accommodation Network: JAN

Family Support and Resources

Family Supports: 

Family Voices of Wisconsin: Home

WI FACETS: Home

Wisconsin Family Ties: Home Page

WSPEI - Wisconsin Statewide Parent-Educator Initiative

Resources: 

Fort Atkinson Transition Timeline

Wisconsin Resource Guide

Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities

WiTransition - My Future. My Plan. My Way.

Higher Education

Financial Information:

Apply for Financial Aid

Scholarship/Grant Opportunities: 

Fort Atkinson Community Foundation

Society’s Assets (specifically for individuals with a disability; will be updated for 2021): 

University of Wisconsin System

Coordinators of Services for Students with Disabilities 

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater

Center for Students with Disabilities (CSD)

Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS)

Technical College Campus | Career Advancement Programs | Careers | WTC

Madison Area Technical College: Fort Atkinson Campus

MATC Disability Resource Services 

Blackhawk Technical College

Start College in High School

Disability Services 

College Programs for Students with Intellectual Disabilities

Edgewood College: Cutting Edge Program

Shepherds College: Shepherds College

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater: LIFE Program

County and Legal Resources

Supported Decision Making and Guardianship:

Supported Decision-Making and Guardianship Alternatives

Client Rights - Guardianship

What You Should Know About Wisconsin Law: Your Legal Rights and Responsibilities: 

English: What You Should Know About Wisconsin Law: Your Legal Rights and Responsibilities

Spanish: TUS DERECHOS Y RESPONSABILIDADES LEGALES

Long Term Care and Supports

Children's Long-Term Support Waiver Program | Wisconsin Department of Health Services

Jefferson County Aging and Disability Resource Center: Students with Disability

Long Term Care:

Family Care

Inclusa 

IRIS (Include, Respect, I Self-Direct)

Independent Living Centers in Wisconsin | Wisconsin Department of Health Services

Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR)

Service Providers:

Bethesda Lutheran Communities 

Bright Futures of Wisconsin, LLC

CESA 2 Vocational Opportunities and Assistance

Opportunities Inc

Disability Benefits | SSA

Services for Children with Delays or Disabilities

Military Resources

US Air Force - Home

US Army: What's Your Warrior? | goarmy.com

Reserve: Great Part-Time Jobs | goarmy.com

United States Coast Guard

Marines: United States Marine Corps | Marine Recruiting

Army National Guard - Legacy Homepage Takeover

United States Navy Recruiting

Understanding the ASVAB Test and Your Scores

Contact

Transition Coordinator

Name: Mark Peterson

Phone: 920.563.7811, Extension #2030

Email: E-mail Mark Peterson

Director of Special Education 

Name:  Lisa Hollenberger 

Phone: 920.568.7804, Extension #8841

Email: E-mail Lisa Hollenberger