Common use of Transition Conference Clause in Contracts

Transition Conference. The Transition Conference shall: (1) be held with the approval of the parent(s); (2) be held at least 90 days and no more than nine months prior to the child’s third birthday; (3) meet the IFSP meeting attendance requirements of this rule; (4) take place in a setting and at a time that is convenient to the family; (5) be conducted in the native language of the family, or other mode of communication used by the family, unless it is clearly not feasible to do so; (6) with permission of the parent(s), include other early childhood providers (early head start/Head Start, child care, private preschools, New Mexico School for the Deaf, New Mexico School for the Blind and Visually Impaired, etc.). 6.31.2.11 A. (3) (b) The Part B eligibility determination team shall review current assessments and shall determine the additional data and assessments needed for the comprehensive evaluation. Current assessments are defined as assessments, other than medical assessments, conducted no more than six months prior to the date of the meeting of the Part B eligibility determination team. 6.31.2.11.A (4) Each public agency shall develop and implement appropriate policies and procedures to ensure a smooth and effective transition from Part C to Part B programs for preschool children with disabilities within the agency’s educational jurisdiction, in compliance with 34 CFR Sec. 300.124. Each LEA and other public agencies, as appropriate, shall make reasonable efforts to establish productive working relations with local Part C programs and, when given reasonable notice, shall participate in the transition planning conferences arranged by local Part C providers. PRE-PLANNING FOR TRANSITION CONFERENCE CONTINUED FIT PROVIDER XXX XXXX START OTHER The Family Service Coordinator will work with the family, the LEA, and other key providers to determine a date for the Transition Conference. The conference should be scheduled earlier than 90 days before the child’s third birth day as this is a minimum timeline. The Transition Conference (must be at least 90 days prior to the child’s third birthday and no more than 9 months prior. If the child is potentially eligible for Part B preschool services through the local education agency (LEA), then the LEA representatives will be invited to participate in the Transition Conference. Provide Prior Written Notice of the Transition Conference. The Service Coordinator will submit a Transition Referral Form to the Local Education Agency (LEA) at least 60 days prior to the Transition Conference, and if possible 6 months prior to the child’s third birthday. With parental consent, the Service Coordinator will coordinate the completion and submission of the Transition Assessment Summary Form utilizing current assessment information to the LEA at least 30 days prior to the Transition Conference. Assessment data and/or evaluations are considered current if they are within 6 months of the Transition Conference. Work with the FIT Family Service Coordinator to determine a date for the Transition Conference. Review the information sent by the Part C Family Service Coordinator in order to determine who will attend the Transition Conference from Part B. PRE-PLANNING FOR TRANSITION CONFERENCE CONTINUED FIT PROVIDER XXX XXXX START OTHER In addition to the Transition Assessment Summary Form pertinent assessment/ evaluation reports, IFSPs, and other information that may support Part B eligibility determination need to be included in files sent to the LEA. Only information that originates with the FIT Program shall be sent. When the Transition Conference is scheduled the Family Service Coordinator will send the transition invitation to the LEA representative, the parent/guardian, Head Start and any other applicable service providers including NMSBVI, NMSD, and PEI (if appropriate). The invitation will be sent at least 30 days prior to the Transition Conference. If a child’s third birthday falls within the summer months, transition activities need to occur early enough to allow sufficient time for all transition activities to take place when school personnel are available. TRANSITION CONFERENCE • Explain Part B and C procedures and safeguards. • Provide prior written notice. • Review if all current evaluations and/or assessments have been given to the LEA. • Obtain consent for evaluation. • Complete IFSP Transition Conference page; discuss program options and next steps with XXX

Transition Conference. The Transition Conference shall: (1) be held with the approval of the parent(s); (2) be held at least 90 days and no more than nine months prior to the child’s third birthday; (3) meet the IFSP meeting attendance requirements of this rule; (4) take place in a setting and at a time that is convenient to the family; (5) be conducted in the native language of the family, or other mode of communication used by the family, unless it is clearly not feasible to do so; (6) with permission of the parent(s), include other early childhood providers (early head start/Head Start, child care, private preschools, New Mexico School for the Deaf, New Mexico School for the Blind and Visually Impaired, etc.). 6.31.2.11 A. (3) (b) The Part B eligibility determination team shall review current assessments and shall determine the additional data and assessments needed for the comprehensive evaluation. Current assessments are defined as assessments, other than medical assessments, conducted no more than six months prior to the date of the meeting of the Part B eligibility determination team. 6.31.2.11.A (4) Each public agency shall develop and implement appropriate policies and procedures to ensure a smooth and effective transition from Part C to Part B programs for preschool children with disabilities within the agency’s educational jurisdiction, in compliance with 34 CFR Sec. 300.124. Each LEA and other public agencies, as appropriate, shall make reasonable efforts to establish productive working relations with local Part C programs and, when given reasonable notice, shall participate in the transition planning conferences arranged by local Part C providers. PRE-PLANNING FOR TRANSITION CONFERENCE CONTINUED FIT PROVIDER XXX XXXX START OTHER The Family Service Coordinator will work with the family, the LEA, and other key providers to determine a date for the Transition Conference. The conference should be scheduled earlier than 90 days before the child’s third birth day as this is a minimum timeline. The Transition Conference (must be at least 90 days prior to the child’s third birthday and no more than 9 months prior. If the child is potentially eligible for Part B preschool services through the local education agency (LEA), then the LEA representatives will be invited to participate in the Transition Conference. Provide Prior Written Notice of the Transition Conference. The Service Coordinator will submit a Transition Referral Form to the Local Education Agency (LEA) at least 60 days prior to the Transition Conference, and if possible 6 months prior to the child’s third birthday. With parental consent, the Service Coordinator will coordinate the completion and submission of the Transition Assessment Summary Form utilizing current assessment information to the LEA at least 30 days prior to the Transition Conference. Assessment data and/or evaluations are considered current if they are within 6 months of the Transition Conference. Work with the FIT Family Service Coordinator to determine a date for the Transition Conference. Review the information sent by the Part C Family Service Coordinator in order to determine who will attend the Transition Conference from Part B. PRE-PLANNING FOR TRANSITION CONFERENCE CONTINUED FIT PROVIDER XXX XXXX START OTHER In addition to the Transition Assessment Summary Form pertinent assessment/ evaluation reports, IFSPs, and other information that may support Part B eligibility determination need to be included in files sent to the LEA. Only information that originates with the FIT Program shall be sent. When the Transition Conference is scheduled the Family Service Coordinator will send the transition invitation to the LEA representative, the parent/guardian, Head Start and any other applicable service providers including NMSBVI, NMSD, and PEI (if appropriate). The invitation will be sent at least 30 days prior to the Transition Conference. If a child’s third birthday falls within the summer months, transition activities need to occur early enough to allow sufficient time for all transition activities to take place when school personnel are available. TRANSITION CONFERENCE • Explain Part B and C procedures and safeguards. • Provide prior written notice. • Review if all current evaluations and/or assessments have been given to the LEA. • Obtain consent for evaluation. • Complete IFSP Transition Conference page; discuss program options and next steps with XXXOTHER

Transition Conference. The Transition Conference shall: (1) be held with the approval of the parent(s); (2) be held at least 90 days and no more than nine months prior to the child’s third birthday; (3) meet the IFSP meeting attendance requirements of this rule; (4) take place in a setting and at a time that is convenient to the family; (5) be conducted in the native language of the family, or other mode of communication used by the family, unless it is clearly not feasible to do so; (6) with permission of the parent(s), include other early childhood providers (early head start/Head Start, child care, private preschools, New Mexico School for the Deaf, New Mexico School for the Blind and Visually Impaired, etc.). 6.31.2.11 A. (3) (b) The Part B eligibility determination team shall review current assessments and shall determine the additional data and assessments needed for the comprehensive evaluation. Current assessments are defined as assessments, other than medical assessments, conducted no more than six months prior to the date of the meeting of the Part B eligibility determination team. 6.31.2.11.A (4) Each public agency shall develop and implement appropriate policies and procedures to ensure a smooth and effective transition from Part C to Part B programs for preschool children with disabilities within the agency’s educational jurisdiction, in compliance with 34 CFR Sec. 300.124. Each LEA and other public agencies, as appropriate, shall make reasonable efforts to establish productive working relations with local Part C programs and, when given reasonable notice, shall participate in the transition planning conferences arranged by local Part C providers. PRE-PLANNING FOR TRANSITION CONFERENCE CONTINUED FIT PROVIDER XXX XXXX START OTHER The FIT Family Service Coordinator (FSC) will work with request updated assessment information and/or reports from the familychild's IFSP team including NMSD and NMSBVI, and/or PEI (when they are part of the IFSP team and providing ongoing services to the child). The Transition Assessment Summary form will be completed by the FIT Family Service Coordinator (FSC) and IFSP team, to include the most current assessment information (must be current within six months of the Transition Conference). With parent consent, the LEA, and other key providers FIT Family Service Coordinator (FSC) will facilitate the submission of completed Transition Assessment Summary form through fax or mail (with confidentiality assurance) to determine a date for the Special Education Directors (or designee) at least 30 days prior to the Transition Conference. The conference should Data will not be scheduled earlier older than 90 days before the child’s third birth day as this is a minimum timeline. The Transition Conference (must be at least 90 days prior to the child’s third birthday and no more than 9 months prior6 months. If the child is potentially eligible for Part B preschool services through the local education agency (LEA), then the LEA representatives will must be invited to participate in the Transition Conference. Provide Prior Written Notice of the Transition Conference. The Service Coordinator will submit a Transition Referral Form to the Local Education Agency (LEA) at least 60 days prior to the Transition Conferenceinvitation, and if possible 6 months prior to the child’s third birthday. With parental consent, the Service Coordinator will coordinate the completion and submission of the Transition Assessment Summary Form utilizing current assessment information to the LEA at least 30 days prior to the Transition Conference. Assessment data and/or evaluations are considered current if they are within 6 months of the Transition Conference. Work with the FIT Family Service Coordinator to determine a date for the Transition Conference. Review the information sent by the Part C Family Service Coordinator in order to determine who will attend the Transition Conference from Part B. PRE-PLANNING FOR TRANSITION CONFERENCE CONTINUED FIT PROVIDER XXX XXXX START OTHER In addition to the Transition Assessment Summary Form pertinent assessment/ evaluation reports, IFSPs, and other information that may support Part B eligibility determination need to be included in files sent to date (agreed upon with the LEA. Only information that originates with the FIT Program shall be sent. When the Transition Conference is scheduled the Family Service Coordinator will send the transition invitation to the LEA representative), the parent/guardian, Head Start and any other applicable service providers including NMSBVI, NMSD, and PEI (if appropriate). The invitation will be sent at least 30 days prior to the Transition Conference. If a child’s third birthday falls within the summer months, transition activities need to occur early enough to allow sufficient time for all transition activities to take place when school personnel are available. TRANSITION CONFERENCE • Explain Part B and C procedures and safeguards. • Provide prior written notice. • Review if all current evaluations and/or assessments have been given Special Education Directors (or designee) will verify receipt of Transition Assessment Summary Form by email to the LEAFIT Provider. • Obtain consent for evaluationLEA reviews documentation and determines who will attend the Transition Conference. • Complete IFSP XXX will coordinate a Transition Conference page; discuss program options and next steps date with XXXFIT Family Service Coordinator.

Transition Conference. The Transition Conference shallShall: (1) be held with the approval of the parent(s); (2) be held at least 90 days and no more than nine months prior to the child’s third birthday; (3) meet the IFSP meeting attendance requirements of this rule; (4) take place in a setting and at a time that is convenient to the family; (5) be conducted in the native language of the family, or other mode of communication used by the family, unless it is clearly not feasible to do so; (6) with permission of the parent(s), include other early childhood providers (early head start/start/ Head Start, child care, private preschools, New Mexico School for the Deaf, New Mexico School for the Blind and Visually Impaired, etc.). 6.31.2.11 A. A (3) (b) The Part B eligibility determination team shall review current assessments and shall determine the additional data and assessments needed for the comprehensive evaluation. Current assessments are defined as assessments, other than medical assessments, conducted no more than six months prior to the date of the meeting of the Part B eligibility determination team. 6.31.2.11.A 6.31.2.11 A (4) Each public agency shall develop and implement appropriate policies and procedures to ensure a smooth and effective transition from Part C to Part B programs for preschool children with disabilities within the agency’s educational jurisdiction, in compliance with 34 CFR Sec. 300.124. Each LEA and other public agencies, as appropriate, shall make reasonable efforts to establish productive working relations with local Part C programs and, when given reasonable notice, shall participate in the transition planning conferences arranged by local Part C providersmake. PRE-PLANNING FOR TRANSITION CONFERENCE CONTINUED FIT PROVIDER XXX XXXX LEA HEAD START OTHER and Home Visiting COMMENTS/ Other Agencies The FIT Family Service Coordinator (FSC) will work request updated assessment information (including, but not limited to: observations and qualitative information as it pertains to the nature of the child’s needs, relationships with others, and/or impact on educational experiences; information from assessment tools, including scores and percentages of delay as applicable; ECEP reports, etc.)and/or reports from the familychild's IFSP team including NMSD and NMSBVI, and/or PEI (when they are part of the LEAIFSP team and providing ongoing services to the child) and/or other caregivers and community partners, e.g. – relatives, child care, Home Visiting, etc. The Transition Assessment Summary form will be completed by the FIT Family Service Coordinator (FSC) and other key providers IFSP team, to determine a include the most current assessment information (must be current within six months of the Transition Conference)the . Information should be as current to the date for of completion of the Transition Assessment Summary Form as possible and can include information from the XXX and/or ongoing assessment tools, whichever is most current. FIT ongoing assessment tools can include: Special Education Directors (or designee) will verify receipt of Transition Assessment Summary Form by email to the FIT Provider. LEA reviews documentation and determines who will attend the Transition Conference. The conference should be scheduled earlier than 90 days before the child’s third birth day as this is XXX will coordinate a minimum timeline. The Transition Conference date with FIT Family Service Coordinator. Home Visiting will provide information (must be observational, qualitative, and quantitative) to support the completion of the Transition Assessment Summary Form. NMSD, NMSBVI and PEI will provide information (observational, qualitative, and quantitative) to support the completion of the Transition Assessment Summary Form. - The HELP- The AEPS- The Oregon (for children with Visual Impairments) With parent consent, the FIT Family Service Coordinator (FSC) will facilitate the submission of completed Transition Assessment Summary form through fax, secured email, or mail (with confidentiality assurance) to the Special Education Directors (or designee) at least 90 30 days prior to the child’s third birthday Transition Conference. Data will not be older than 6 months, will be as current as possible, and no more than 9 months priorwill include observational and qualitative information in addition to performance on assessment tools. If the child is potentially eligible for Part B preschool services through the local education agency (LEA), then the LEA representatives will must be invited to participate in the Transition Conference. Provide Prior Written Notice of the Transition Conference. The Service Coordinator will submit a Transition Referral Form to the Local Education Agency (LEA) at least 60 days prior to the Transition Conferenceinvitation, and if possible 6 months prior to the child’s third birthday. With parental consent, the Service Coordinator will coordinate the completion and submission of the Transition Assessment Summary Form utilizing current assessment information to the LEA at least 30 days prior to the Transition Conference. Assessment data and/or evaluations are considered current if they are within 6 months of the Transition Conference. Work with the FIT Family Service Coordinator to determine a date for the Transition Conference. Review the information sent by the Part C Family Service Coordinator in order to determine who will attend the Transition Conference from Part B. PRE-PLANNING FOR TRANSITION CONFERENCE CONTINUED FIT PROVIDER XXX XXXX START OTHER In addition to the Transition Assessment Summary Form pertinent assessment/ evaluation reports, IFSPs, and other information that may support Part B eligibility determination need to be included in files sent to date (agreed upon with the LEA. Only information that originates with the FIT Program shall be sent. When the Transition Conference is scheduled the Family Service Coordinator will send the transition invitation to the LEA representative), the parent/guardian, Head Start and any other applicable service providers including NMSBVI, NMSD, and PEI (if appropriate). The invitation will be sent at least 30 days prior to the Transition Conference. If With consent of the parents, a child’s third birthday falls within the summer monthswritten invitation will be sent to other relevant, transition activities need to occur early enough to allow sufficient time for all transition activities to take place when school personnel are available. TRANSITION CONFERENCE • Explain Part B current and C procedures and safeguards. • Provide prior written notice. • Review if all current evaluations and/or assessments have been given to the LEA. • Obtain consent for evaluation. • Complete IFSP Transition Conference page; discuss program options and next steps with XXXpotential future service providers (Head Start, NMSBVI, NMSD,