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Staci Carr

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Catherine Martin

Enhancing Transition Planning with Taxonomy 2.0: Supporting Students on the Pathways to the Future

Presented By:
Staci Carr, Ph.D., Center on Transition Innovations

Catherine Martin, PhD, Instructor, Coordinator, Transition; Inclusion/High-Leverage Practices, Region 4 Training & TA Center, George Mason University
Date:
March 12, 2025
 

Join us for a dynamic and engaging conversation on transforming transition planning! Dr. Staci Carr (VCU-RRTC) and Dr. Catherine Martin (GMU-TTAC) break down Taxonomy 2.0, a game-changing framework designed to empower students with disabilities for life beyond school. Through real-world examples and practical strategies, they’ll explore student-focused planning, career readiness, family engagement, and collaboration with schools and agencies—all in an interactive, easy-to-follow discussion. If you're looking for fresh ideas, actionable insights, and a roadmap to better transition outcomes, this is a webcast you don’t want to miss!

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand the Key Components of Transition Programming
  • Learn about the connection between the Taxonomy and High Leverage Practices
  • Apply Best Practices to Improve Transition Planning
  • Leave with examples of each of the 5 Taxonomy Components

Bios:

Staci Carr received a master's degree in education from Harvard University and a second master's degree in Psychology from Virginia Commonwealth University, and a B.A. in Psychology from Oakland University. Since 1993, Staci has been working and conducting research in the field of Autism Spectrum Disorder, specifically Social Skills Training. She has worked in Michigan, New York, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Virginia, developing programs to support children with varying abilities in various settings. In December 2014, Staci earned a Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology from Virginia Commonwealth University.

Catherine Martin earned her Ph. D. in Special Education from George Mason University and has certificates for teaching students with autism and teaching students with disabilities who access the general education curriculum. As a Ph.D. student, she worked in intervention research for four years. She taught special education for Fairfax County Public Schools for 8 & 1/2 years, and has a master's in special education and doctoral classes at Marymount University. She strives to improve outcomes for students with disabilities and their families.