Transition Planning Resources for Parents and Educators

This page contains resources that will assist 8th - 12th grade students with disabilities, their families, and teachers access the services and supports that will help in preparing for the next step after leaving high school. We encourage you to contact these organizations for more information or to schedule an informational session to learn more about what is available in the State and community that can support the transition to post-secondary employment and training, instruction as well as independent living. During the 9th grade school year, transition plans are required for all students receiving special education services and these organizations and resources can provide important assistance and support as IEP teams consider student needs and goals beyond high school.  

Please know that while parents may bring individuals that they feel are important to IEP team meetings, written permission is required for RSU 9 to invite specific representatives to student IEP team meetings. Contact your student's case manager or the Special Services Department for more information and guidance. 

Contact Information Sheet

Dr. Kevin Good, M.A.; Ph.D.

Assistant Professor

University of Maine at Farmington - Center for Assistive Technology
Director
Division of Secondary Education and Special Education
College of Education, Health, and Rehabilitation
186 High Street
Kalikow Education Center 226 (Office)
Farmington, ME 04938

Cathy Gavett

Penobscot Job Corp.
22 Armory Street
Augusta, ME 04330
Cell: 207-458-5369

Jess Berry

Coordinator

University of Maine at Farmington - Disability Services
Franklin Hall
252 Main Street
Farmington, ME 04938
Fax: 207-778-7298
TDD: 207-778-7000

Bill Hughes

Admissions Officer

Strive U
39 Darling Ave.
South Portland, ME 04106

John Brandt

Maine CITE Coordinating Center
225 Western Ave.
Augusta, ME 04330

Kathy Adams

Maine CITE Coordinating Center
225 Western Ave.
Augusta, ME 04330

Kristin McPherson, LSW

Associate Director of Case Management

Life Enrichment Advancing People (LEAP)
128 Weld Road, Suite 1
Wilton, ME 04294
Fax: 207-778-6070

Sally Beaulieu

Regional Facilitator/Pilot coordinator

Sally Beaulieu
GEAR UP

Dori Fellman

College Transition Coordinator

Dori Fellman
GEAR UP

Debbie Gilmer

President

Syntiro

Spencer Trenoweth

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor II, Transition

Department of Labor - Vocational Rehabilitation Services
Cell: 207-295-5952