❤️MPACT February Newsletter I Transition Events Near You❤️

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Life is full of transitions, and one of the more remarkable ones occurs when we get ready to leave high school and go out in the world as young adults. When the student has a disability, it’s especially helpful to plan ahead for that transition.

The goal of MPACT's STELLAR (Supporting Transition to Engaged Lives by Linking Agency Resources) project is to assist transition-age youth (14-26) with disabilities, their parents, family members, guardians and advocates; or other authorized representatives of the individual to effectively engage in vocational, independent living, and rehabilitative services.

Visit MPACT's Homepage to view transition events in your area.

Transition Fact Sheets

Transition Resources

The resources listed in this fact sheet are designed to assist parents and family members in understanding the various systems and available services/supports youth might need during and after the transition process .

Parenting Tips on Transition

Transition is a formal process that includes short- and long range planning to assist students with disabilities to ensure successful shifting from school into adult life.

Youth Transition-Things to Explore

As you get closer to graduating high school, you might want to explore a career path that is a good fit for you. Working can be exciting, rewarding, and challenging all at the same time. You will experience less challenges if you plan for the future.

Employment Opportunities at MPACT

MPACT is NOW HIRING for several part-time Regional Coordinator positions around the state including areas near Kansas City, MO and St. Louis, MO!

Benefits Include:

Part-time hours

Flexible Schedule

Work from Home

Generous PTO

Opportunity to travel around the state and local areas

Vacation discount benefits

Click here to apply on Indeed

MPACT Mentor Volunteer Program

What is an MPACT Mentor Volunteer?

Mentors are trained volunteers who, upon request, provide support to families of children with disabilities throughout the special education process. A mentor does not represent or speak for a parent or family member, but a mentor does help empower an individual to become a strong educational advocate for his or her child. MPACT mentors are screened and receive training and supervision from MPACT staff.

Click here to learn more information about the MPACT Mentor Program

Click here to fill out an application to become an MPACT Mentor

Free Special Education Workshops

Does your child have a disability, struggle with learning, behavior, or social issues at school, or currently receive special education services? If so, Missouri Parents Act (MPACT) may be able to help. MPACT is a federally-funded, statewide Parent Training and Information Center. MPACT offers families free training, resources, and support throughout the special education process.

For more information about MPACT or to request information and resources about the special education process, click here or call 1.800.743.7634.

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We offer workshops throughout the state. Click on a link below to view free special education workshops in your area. All workshop descriptions, dates, and registration information are located here MPACT Workshops

Central Missouri

Kansas City area

Northeast Missouri

Northwest Missouri

Southeast Missouri

Southwest Missouri

St. Louis area

Please contact us if you would like to schedule a training for your area or organization.

MPACT is funded in part or whole by the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs Grant No. H328M090020-10. The contents of the website, however, and any documents cited herein do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S Department of Education.