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The Morton Transition Center provides adult transition services for young adults ages 18–21 with cognitive disabilities and/or autism. The program focuses on individualized transition goals and priorities while helping students further develop independent living, social communication, vocational, and recreational skills.

The Morton Transition Center works closely with families, community partners, and outside agencies, including the Department of Human Services, Division of Rehabilitation Services, local transportation agencies, and community businesses. Through these partnerships, students have opportunities to build skills, explore vocational pathways, increase independence, and prepare for life beyond high school.

Requirements

• Independent Self-Care Skills: Ability to manage personal hygiene and daily self-care with minimal assistance.
• Community Safety: Ability to follow directions and demonstrate safe and appropriate behavior in community settings.
• Socialization: Ability to interact appropriately with adults and peers across a variety of settings, including the apartment, community, and vocational environments.
• Age and Educational Requirements: Students must have completed high school and be at least 18 years of age to enroll in the MTC.
• Individualized Education Program (IEP): Students receive related services in accordance with the goals and services outlined in their IEP.

Areas of Study

The MTC program focuses on developing the skills students need to become more independent and successful in their daily lives, community, and future employment.

• Daily Living Skills
• Community Instruction and Safety
• Vocational Experiences
• Social and Personal Development
• Meal Planning and Preparation
• PAES Lab
• Field Trips

Support Services

All MTC students have an Individualized Education Program (IEP), which may include services and supports to meet their individual needs. Students continue to receive related services while attending the MTC, which may include speech therapy, physical therapy, and occupational therapy.

Aging Out

Students may remain eligible for the MTC through the day before their 22nd birthday. Some students may be ready to transition to independent employment or other postsecondary opportunities before reaching the age of 22. Students are evaluated quarterly to help monitor their progress and determine appropriate next steps. Families are included in this ongoing communication and transition planning process.

Transportation

Vans are available at the Transition Center specifically for MTC students and may be used to support transportation needs related to the program.

Meals

MTC students receive breakfast and lunch each school day.