Board hears plan for Post‑High program to support students with disabilities through age 22

Jun 9, 2026

Superintendent Dr. Johnson introduced a Post‑High transition program for eligible students who require services after high school; he invited high‑school educators Joy Melendez and Brecken Peterson to oversee implementation and noted services can extend to age 22 under state rules.

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The board received an overview of a Post‑High transition program aimed at students with disabilities who have completed high school but are not ready for full independence. Dr. Johnson described Post High as a program to help students with employment, community interaction and life skills before they exit district services.

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