Navigating Transitions in Special Education: From Middle School to Adulthood In this episode of SpecialEd, IEPs, 504s, Oh my: Conversations with DCSEAC, the focus is on the critical transitions for students with special needs from middle school to adulthood. The hosts delve into the nuances of changing IEP instructional minutes and direct versus indirect services as students enter high school. They discuss the importance of understanding high school options, including team-taught classes and the specific needs of students with various disabilities. The conversation extends to post-high school options, exploring Bridge programming, vocational pathways, and the challenges of transitioning out of the public school system into adulthood. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of individualized plans, the continuity of advocacy, and the need for purposef ...