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[quote=Anonymous]He does have an IEP.  We are working with school on transition planning.  We have talked (by that I mean, DH and I have talked to him---he doesn't really express an opinion back) about the fact that people can have very successful careers and lives, and be able to support their families, without having to necessarily get a 4 year degree.

He had a job last summer which was supposed to get him exposure to various trades; however, instead of shadowing several options, he instead picked one part of the facility and stayed there all summer (not necessarily a part that would lead to a long-term path--I think he picked what seemed easiest).

My issue is that maturity-wise, DS is maybe 10 or 11.  He likes cartoons and Pokemon.  He has language processing issues that make it extremely difficult for him to keep up with the typical teen banter of his age group.  I was hoping he would live at home post high-school and go to community college/trade school while he has time and a safe place in which to grow up.  Just looking for suggestions as to the kindest way to steer him in this direction, without making him feel inadequate.  He already feels badly that he is not as academically talented at DC1.[/quote]

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