Educator Path to Success
The Pathways to Success are set up for you, at your own pace, to learn about how to support your students in becoming more self-determined.
Follow the Educator Path in the order it has been created, or skip to certain parts to grab the information you need. We hope the animated videos help clarify some of the concepts around self-determination.
Video Series – Student Involvement in the IEP Process
Have you ever wondered how to get students more involved in their education? The IEP process is a wonderful place to start, and with the help of our tools, you’ll see how easy it is to bring student voice to the forefront, resulting in a plan that better represents the student.
Highlighted Tools
One-Pager: Identity and Self-Awareness
Download this one-pager on identity and self-awareness, a tool to help you reflect on key details that will help others get to know you better.

Use the Good Day Plan to Design a Daily Routine
The Good Day Plan is a fillable PDF you can download to help design days that are perfect for you!

Use the Goal Plan to Set and Attain Goals
The Goal Plan is a simple tool to help youth set and attain goals. Download a fillable PDF and instructions on how to use the Goal Plan.

Video: Hear from Educators at St. Mary’s
In this video, educators encourage fellow teachers who are adapting lessons and activities for students with special needs. They highlight the importance of having high expectations and fostering independence.

Self-Determination: Competence, Autonomy, Relatedness (CAR)
Explore three aspects of self-determination: competence, autonomy, and relatedness.

Poster: Understand the Elements of I’m Determined
Understand the skills, abilities, and beliefs that contribute to self-determination.

Let’s work together!
Are you looking for opportunities to embed self-determination practices? Our team is here to support you! Filling out a Request for Services form is a great first step toward building a culture of self-determination in your environment.About I’m Determined
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