Articles and guides about Pre-ETS, transition planning, and career development for students with disabilities.
A plain-language guide for New York and New Jersey families to what an IEP is, what goes inside it, and the words and acronyms you will hear in IEP meetings, from FAPE and LRE to LEA, CSE, and CST.
A no-pressure guide for New York and New Jersey families on bringing a student's voice into their own IEP meeting, including what the law requires, a step-by-step participation ladder, and accommodations that make it work for every student.
Potentially Eligible (PE) is the ACCES-VR designation that lets students with disabilities access free Pre-Employment Transition Services without an open vocational rehabilitation case. This guide explains what PE means, who qualifies, what documentation counts, and how the referral process actually works.
How New Jersey's Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services (DVRS) funds Pre-Employment Transition Services and OSYES — plus who qualifies, what the referral process looks like, and how families can access services directly.
Learn how a strengths-based approach to job readiness training helps students with disabilities build communication, teamwork, and self-advocacy skills.
Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) help students with disabilities prepare for life after high school. Learn what services are available and how to access them.
If you're working with ACCES-VR, you may have heard the terms "Supported Employment" and "Job Placement" and wondered what the difference is. Both services help you find a job that fits your goals—the difference is the type and length of support you receive.
If your family member has a developmental disability, they may qualify for services through New York State. This guide explains how to apply.
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