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As an extension of special education services in the Foothill SELPA,
students with disabilities ages 18-22 may participate in FACTS (Foothill
Area Community Transition Services). Located in community locations,
the FACTS Program provides students with a natural transition to adult
life.
Individualized Education Program (IEP) for FACTS students include:
- Continuing
Education - Students have access to courses offered at local community
college campuses and centers. Classes are selected based
on a student's interests and choice. School district staff
provides necessary
support.
- Vocational Activities - Students receive support in seeking and
maintaining employment. Support includes job development, vocational
training, and
job coaching. The development of natural job supports is emphasized.
- Domestic Skills Training - Students receive support
in developing skills to live as independently as possible in their
choice of residences.
- Involvement in General Community Activities -
These activities
provide opportunities for students to become integral members
of their communities.
These might include accessing stores, services, and resources
typically used by others in the community.
- Recreational and Leisure Activities - Students learn skills needed to participate in recreational activities
of their choice. These activities
allow them to make productive use of free time when alone or
with others.
- Age-Appropriate Integration within Natural Environments - Activities
take place in real-life settings. Care is taken to ensure that
students with disabilities are not over-represented relative to the
number of non-disabled individuals in the environment.
Based on their interests and abilities, students participate in an individualized
program that provides a seamless transition from public school to adult
life. Students develop skills essential to participating in work, community,
and home settings.
Placement in the FACTS Program is made after an IEP team determines eligibility.
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1700 E. Mountain St.
Glendale, CA 91207
(818) 246-5378 phone
(818) 246-3537 fax
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