Adult Transition Program (ATP)

About the Adult Transition Program (ATP)

The Baldwin Park Unified School District (BPUSD) Adult Transition Program (ATP) is an educational and community based program designed for students with moderate/severe disabilities ages 18-22. They are young adult students who remain eligible to receive special education services from the district until they reach the age of 22 under the Individuals with Disability Education Act.

The purpose of the BPUSD ATP is to provide both instructional and practical opportunities to increase our young adults’ knowledge of exposure to the world around them. The program is designed to transition our students from high school to their role of becoming contributing adults in their community. Our ATP teachers are experts in their field and have many years of experience and training in working with young adults with special needs. The ATP program offers a range of classes that address different ability levels.

Adult Transition Program Mission 

Our mission at BPUSD ATP is to empower our young adult students and their families to explore their individual strengths as well as challenges, preferences, interests and needs to prepare them with the skills needed for adult life. 

Adult Transition Program Vision

Our vision is to empower young adult students and their families to achieve independence and success in their communities. Our program focuses on the Five Domains of Learning—Daily Living, Community, Vocational, Functional Academics, and Recreation and Leisure—to help students develop essential skills for employment and independent living.

At ATP, we believe in collaborative, personalized learning. Our students work closely with our dedicated staff to set and achieve goals tailored to their unique strengths and challenges. Through individualized instruction, hands-on experiences, and community-based activities, we prepare our students to make informed choices and navigate the complexities of adult life confidently.