Thank you for your interest in Transitions by Terra Verde School. We recognize that choosing the right educational setting for your child is both exciting and deeply important. At Transitions, our goal is to provide a supportive, engaging environment where students with intellectual and developmental disabilities can grow academically, socially, and emotionally while building skills for independent living after high school.
Admissions Criteria
Transitions serves students who are ready to benefit from a structured, small-group environment focused on life skills, academics, and community engagement. Students in grades 6–12 and through age 22 may be considered for enrollment.
Prospective students should meet the following guidelines:
Daily Living & Medical Readiness:
Able to manage their own medical needs during the school day
Independent in personal hygiene (self-toileting, self-feeding)
Academic Readiness:
Functioning at or above a 3rd-grade level in reading, math, and writing
Demonstrates learning differences such as cognitive delays, ADD/ADHD, or speech challenges
Behavioral Expectations:
Able to follow teacher's directions and established routines
No ongoing disruptive behaviors that interfere with group learning or safety
Program Engagement:
Students should be willing and able to participate in daily activities such as:
- Cooking and daily life skills
- Classroom assignments and projects
- Running small student businesses (e.g., Snack Shack, Early Bird Cafe)
- Completing daily chores
- Packing their own lunches
- Writing a short personal bio and presenting it
Admissions Process
The admissions process is designed to ensure that Transitions is the right fit for each student and family.
Here's how it works:
Schedule a Campus Visit
Your first step is to visit our 70-acre campus and meet our Transitions team. This tour gives you a behind-the-scenes look at the program, facilities, and community. Sign up for a tour and see tour dates here. Individual tours can be scheduled with the office.
Submit an Application
After your visit, submit the application and required documents to begin the formal review. You will create an account to complete the application and will have access to your application's progress.
Schedule a Student Visit Day
Once the application is complete, we will schedule a student shadow day on campus to experience the program firsthand.
Decision Notification
Families will receive an admissions decision via email and a formal letter.