Welcome to MLW Consulting Educational Consulting!

We guide teams through the development of individualized, meaningful transition plans aligned with IDEA requirements and student goals. 

Services include:

• Crafting measurable postsecondary goals
• Aligning IEP goals with transition outcomes
• Ensuring appropriate transition assessments are used
• Designing coordinated activities across instruction, services, and community involvement
• Embedding self-advocacy and student voice in the process
   

We offer document review, coaching, and direct collaboration with IEP case managers.

We support the integration of essential employability and life skills into instruction, helping students build confidence and independence. 

Areas of focus include:

• Soft skills and workplace readiness
• Financial literacy and budgeting basics
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Digital literacy and online safety
• Time management, organization, and executive functioning
   

We work with educators to build these skills into daily instruction and IEP goals.

We help districts strengthen partnerships with local businesses, agencies, and service providers to support real-world transition outcomes. 

Support includes:

• Identifying local work-based learning opportunities
• Facilitating relationships with VR, community colleges, and employment agencies
• Coordinating guest speakers, job shadows, and mentorship programs
• Supporting interagency collaboration and shared planning
   

Students gain access to authentic learning experiences—and districts meet federal indicators for post-school engagement.

We conduct audits and reviews of current transition services to assess compliance and quality. 

Our process helps districts:

• Align practices with IDEA, Indicator 13, and state requirements
• Identify gaps in services or documentation
• Strengthen alignment between assessments, goals, services, and outcomes
• Improve student and family engagement in planning
   

Deliverables may include detailed findings, recommendations, and action plans.

We provide direct support for families and students navigating the transition process. 

Services may include:

• Explaining the transition planning process and parent rights
• Helping students explore interests and strengths
• Guiding families through postsecondary options and supports
• Preparing students for IEP participation and goal setting
   

Empowered families lead to more engaged, prepared, and independent young adults.

Transition planning is more than a checklist—it's about preparing students for independence, purpose, and connection in their adult lives. With the right support, students with disabilities can leave school ready to succeed in work, further education, and their communities.

We help make that vision a reality—one student, one plan, one future at a time.

Let’s build a stronger bridge to life after high school.

Contact us to learn how we can support your school, district, or family with inclusive, effective transition planning.