KSSB has three (3) pathways to help support the student who is leaving high school, but is unsure, undecided and perhaps not quite prepared for the demands of adulthood.

Project L.I.F.E.

PROJECT L.I.F.E. (Lifetime Independence Focused Education): A campus based program for students who wish to pursue vocational opportunities after high school, but require additional training to develop independent skills. Students must have an open VR case. Activities include operating the campus coffee cart, silverware rolling, doing laundry, etc.

Project SEARCH

PROJECT SEARCH: Project SEARCH is a partnership between KSSB and the Greater KC YMCAs, Vocational Rehabilitation, and the local Community Developmental Disability Organization. This unique and dynamic program is a one (1) year opportunity for high school students ready for transition to gain on-site job training and education to prepares individuals with disabilities for competitive employment.

A transition student uses a white cane as he walks toward a building on the KCKCC campus.

College & TEC

COLLEGE & TEC (Technical Education Center): For students who have met academic admission requirements to Kansas City Kansas Community College and KCKCC/Technical Education Center. Students must also have an open VR Case. KSSB provides support for developing ECC skills, while students earn college credits.

Transition Program Information

Details

$1000 per student, per year (9 months)* *If applying from out of state, please contact KSSB for cost
Three (3) pathways to choose from Independent living skills are part of each student’s program
Dorm, apartment, and/or cottage residential options
Individualized instruction in the Expanded Core Curriculum
Students in the Transition Program must bank their diploma, not exit, and remain on their home district’s IEP
KSSB coordinates services with the student’s home school and IEP team

Skills

Independent Living

Orientation & Mobility

Assistive Technology

Compensatory

Self Advocacy

Social

Requirements

Recommendation from a TSVI Contact with a “Case Manager” (either from VR or DD)
Completed application packet for KSSB Transition Program
Completed Person Centered Plan with goals identified
Meeting with Transition staff in the candidates’ home community/school
Approval from school district to support applicant and provide transportation
Family encouragement for employment/independence

Interests

Career Education

Gain knowledge of occupations
Explore interests and abilities
Develop skills to conduct an effective job search

College Prep*

Enroll at Kansas City Kansas Community College (KCKCC) while learning the skills necessary for college success
Attend classes at the KCKCC Technical Education Center (TEC) to gain training and certification in one of 21 different technical programs
Determine necessary accommodations and best format for obtaining accommodations, technology and supplies
Utilizing the college student services office and vocational rehabilitation
Organizing and prioritizing coursework *Student, family, voc rehab, or scholarships pay for KCKCC tuition and other expenses, KSSB does not pay for tuition.

Vocational Training

On-the-job training at one or a variety of area businesses to develop the skills necessary to obtain and maintain employment while gaining valuable work experience