#91 - Diploma, Vocational, & Credential Tracks for Special Education Students

Most students in special education are tracked to age out of the school system without a degree or direct pathway to employment. What if we believe expectations can be higher for our student? What are the options for exiting the school system and where does each option lead? Who is making these choices? About the Guest Our guest, Ashley Grant is a Supervising Staff Attorney at Advocates for Children of New York, focusing on protecting the rights of middle school and high school students, including students with disabilities, students who are overage and under-credits, and students transitioning out of school. She also coordinates the state-wide Multiple Pathways to a Diploma Coalition and teaches the Special Education Law and Advocacy Field Clinic at Cardozo Law School. Ashley started her career as a special education teacher in Los Angeles. She holds a B.A. in Sociology from the University of California, Los Angeles; a M.A. in Special Education from California State University; and a J.D. from New York University School of Law. Related Episodes: Episodes 86 - 97: Transition Planning Series ***For behind the scenes of Kim's journey planning the future for and with her daughter follow them on Instagram at journey2lomah***