Talk to my IEP team about California’s alternative pathway to a high school diploma
If you've heard about California's alternative pathway to a high school diploma for students with cognitive disabilities, you may wonder whether your child qualifies or how to get them on track. Follow this step-by-step guidance to discuss your child's pathway to a diploma with your IEP team.
Why
Earning a high school diploma offers many benefits: it creates more options and opportunities for higher education, higher-income jobs, and greater independence, and it is a tool for inclusion as students transition into adulthood.
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Curated by our research team, signed off by experts and parents alike, guides walk you through the entire process, step-by-step. They cover common pitfalls and how to navigate complexities in order to accomplish your goal.
California offers an alternative pathway to a high school diploma for students with significant cognitive disabilities. Use this step-by-step walkthrough to learn if your child qualifies and talk with your IEP team about your child’s pathway to a diploma.
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Talk to my IEP team about California’s alternative pathway to a high school diploma
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