IEP
What does IEP stand for?
Individualized Education Plan
What does Pre-ETS stand for?
Pre-Employment Transition Services
What does self-advocacy mean?*
A) Helping others
B) Speaking up for yourself
C) Being silent in class
What is job exploration?*
A) Attending college
B) Finding a sport you enjoy
C) Discovering different careers and interests
What are examples of post-secondary education?*
A) Community college
B) Vocational/Trade school
C) University
D) All of the above
What is an IEP?*
A) A list of your current grades.
B) A class you take in high school.
C) A document written that describes what you need to be successful in school.
What are the 5 Pre-ETS?
- Self-Advocacy Instruction
- Job Exploration Counseling
- Workplace Readiness Training
- Post-Secondary Education Counseling
- Work-Based Learning Experiences
Why is it important to know your strengths and challenges?*
A) Because it is fun
B) So you can share them with everyone
C) To better understand yourself and communicate your needs
What is workplace readiness training?*
A) Training for a sports competition
B) Learning skills and attitudes for success at work
C) Learning a new language
Provide examples of vocational/trade schools?*
A) Welding
B) Cosmetology
C) Plumbing
D) All of the above
How often do you meet for an IEP?*
A) Monthly
B) Yearly
C) Every 2 years
D) Whenever requested/necessary
E) B & D
What is a Pre-ETS Consent Form?*
A) A form filled out by parent/guardian
B) A form that provides permission to participate in Pre-ETS
C) A form signed by student and parent/guardian
D) All of the above
Which of the following is an example of self-advocacy in school?*
A) Ignoring problems
B) Asking for help when needed
C) Doing all the work alone
Why should you explore different jobs while in high school?*
A) To become an expert in video games
B) To figure out what jobs might be a good fit for your future
C) To avoid going to school forever
What is a work-based learning experience?*
A) An opportunity for students to gain hands on experience to identify strengths, interests, and develop skills for employment
B) An on-the-job training paid for by DVR
C) An unpaid internship
D) All of the above
Who is invited to an IEP?*
A) Student
B) Teachers, Parents, & Principal
C) Guidance, Speech, adult agencies, etc.
D) All of the above
E) B & C
Who qualifies for Pre-ETS?*
A) A student with a disability (504 plan or IEP)
B) A student between ages of 14-21
C) A student currently enrolled in school
D) All of the above
E) A & B
If you're having difficulty with an assignment, what is a self-advocacy step you can take?*
A) Pretend you understand it
B) Ask a friend to do it for you
C) Seek help from the teacher
What is a skill you might learn in workplace readiness training?*
A) Effective communication
B) Teamwork
C) Empathy
D) All of the above
E) A & B
How can you pay for post-secondary education?*
A) Scholarships
B) Grants
C) Student Loans
D) All of the above
What is the purpose of an IEP?*
A) To document best learning style
B) To list any accommodations, you have
C) To list your goals
D) All of the above
How do I sign up for Pre-ETS?
Submit a signed consent form!
How can you show bravery in self-advocacy?*
A) By always agreeing with others
B) By staying silent in tough situation
C) By expressing your thoughts and needs even when it feels challenging
What documents do you need if hired for a job
A) school ID
B)state ID or drivers License
C) Social Security Card
D) Birth Certificate
E) Passport
Name of a local program that offers vocational training
A)Job Corps
B) Porter & Chester
C) MassHire
D) local community colleges