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Welcome to Focus Beyond
Focus Beyond Transition Services is a special education program that works with young adults ages 18 to 22 who have unmet special education needs.
Connections with the Community
Focus Beyond connects special education, vocational education, and community agencies to provide transition planning and services for students up to age 22.
What’s New
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about New Student Open House
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about Complete 2026 Back-to-School Forms in Campus Parent (opens in new window/tab)
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about First Day of Programming!
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about Six SPPS Educators Receive Saint Paul Retired Teachers Inc. Scholarships
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about Unified Students Take the Plunge for Inclusive Schools
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about Focus Beyond Referral Process (opens in new window/tab)
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about SPPS Schools and Programs Supporting The Community
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about Important School Safety Reminders
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about Eli & the Golden Hug Muffin: Focus Beyond Student Creates New School Menu Item
Welcome to Focus Beyond
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Focus Beyond Transition Services is a special education program that works with young adults ages 18 to 22 who have unmet special education needs. We bridge the gap between traditional special education services and real-world independence.
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At Focus Beyond, we take seriously our responsibility to provide individualized education and experiences for our students ages 18 to 22. Our programming includes a multitude of on-site and community-based experiences for learning. We also provide work-based learning experiences for high school students through our STEPS program.
Focus Beyond
at a glance
Focus Beyond Transition Services works with young adults aged 18 to 22 who have unmet transition related special education needs.
Specialized Classrooms
Master vital life skills from employment readiness and self-advocacy to tailored post-secondary planning.
Services and Instruction
Empower your future with transition-focused curriculum built around national standards for special education goals.
Community-Based Transition Activities
Develop real-world skills and grow independence through essential community-based activities and experiences.
Work-Based Learning
Combine classroom instruction with practical experience across more than 20 diverse community-based worksites.
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