Youth in the Know Part. I

SPAN Advocacy's Youth in the Know webpage features critical resources to support your youth in transitioning to a job, college, or other pathways. Check them out and get helpful information to answer your questions, or contact SPAN at info@spanadvocacy.org.

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Graduating Soon

The New Jersey Transition Toolkit is a good step toward learning how school staff, students with disabilities, and families prepare for life after high school. The toolkit helps youth and their support navigate "transition planning," or moving from student life into adulthood. Find it by clicking the link here: https://www.nj.gov/education/specialed/programs/njtransition/

Looking for a Job or Other Pathways?

The New Jersey Youth Resource Spot (NJYRS) is a one-stop designed by the NJ Department of Children and Youth (DCF) Youth Council for young people. Find information to support you if you are searching for a job, transitional housing programs, or leaving the foster care system. Find it by clicking the link here: https://www.nj.gov/njyrs/

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Link to SPAN's website: www.spanadvocacy.org
Link to SPAN's Youth in the Know Resource Page: Youth in the Know
We're here for you! Call SPAN if you need assistance:1-800-654-7726.

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