Planning for a child's transition from adolescence to adulthood is one of the most important things a parent can do to pave the way to a successful future. In Minnesota, special education transition planning and services begin when a child with a disability is fourteen. From then on, parents and their children will start learning new skills side-by-side. The child will begin to take on more responsibility, and the parents will find new ways to provide support. It can be a challenge. Depending on a child's disability, the parents may need to consider everything from post-secondary education to employment, from housing to finances. This document provides tips as parents and their child plan for the future.