Michigan Transition Services Association

01/27/2026

The 2026 MTSA Conference Schedule has been posted on the Conference Information website! Check out the attached, or go to: https://www.michigantsa.org/2026-mtsa-conference-information/

01/21/2026

Get ready for the 2026 MTSA Conference! Check out the speakers lined up on Wednesday afternoon, inlcuding keynotes: Day 1 in the afternoon: Teri Rink, Michigan Department of Education, Director-Office of Special Education; Sigrid Adams, Department of Labor & Economic Opportunity, Director-Michigan Rehabilitation Services; Celena Mills, Michigan Department of Education, Director-Office of Career and Technical Education; Mike Pemble, Department of Labor & Economic Opportunity-Director-Bureau of Services for Blind Persons (BSBP). Day 2: in the morning LeDerick Horne, Speaker, Poet, and Advocate with educational breakouts in the afternoon. Day 3: Legal updates, introduction of new board members, and networking. Get more information on speakers at:

Speakers, Program & Schedule Information MTSA 2026 Annual Conference Wednesday, February 18, 2026: Starts at 1:00pm (snack break provided) Tuesday, February 19, 2026: 8:30am-4:00pm (breakfast & lunch provided) Friday, February 20, 2026: 8:30am-12:30pm (breakfast provided) Keynote Speakers (Additiona...

01/13/2026

🌟 It’s Nomination Time! 🌟
Do you know someone who goes above and beyond for transition services in Michigan? Or is that person actually… you?

MTSA is seeking nominations for Board positions, and we want to lift up leaders who are passionate about strengthening transition practices, building partnerships, and supporting young adults with disabilities.

If you—or a colleague you admire—are ready to help shape the future of transition services across our state, now is the moment to step forward. Your voice and leadership matter.

💙 Nominate yourself.
💙 Nominate a colleague.
💙 Help us build a strong, innovative MTSA Board for the year ahead.

Let’s keep this work moving forward together ✨

Nomination Form:

It's time for nominations! If you know of a qualified and dedicated person in transition to serve MTSA, please consider nominating them for an open position. Don't forget - you can nominate yourself too! Please find information here about our Board positions: MTSA Board & Regional Representatives |....

01/12/2026

We’re proud to recognize our Diamond Sponsor, The Elks Charitable Grant Fund, for their outstanding commitment to transition services. Your generosity helps bring educators, families, agencies, and partners together to learn, collaborate, and build brighter futures.

Thank you for shining so brightly in support of Michigan’s transition community!

01/12/2026

The MTSA Conference is coming quickly! There are opportunities for sponsorship, exhibitors, and many learning opportunities. Register now at:

Registration Information MTSA 2026 Annual Conference Wednesday, February 18, 2026: Starts at 1:00pm (snack break provided) Thursday, February 19, 2026: 8:30am-4:00pm (breakfast & lunch provided) Wednesday, Friday, February 20, 2026: 8:30am-12:30pm (breakfast provided) The 2026 MTSA Conference Regist...

01/09/2026

The MTSA Conference is coming quickly! It is scheduled for February 18, 19, and 20! Check out the breakout topics scheduled:

Life Skills, Independence & Self-Advocacy Beyond the Bell: Guiding Towards Independence No Barriers: Self-Advocacy using Erik Weinmayer's Curriculum Communication in the Workplace and Community Experiences Social Communication Skills and Self-Advocacy: A Pathway to Improved Post High School Outco...

01/06/2026

🎉🎶 Guess who’s crashing the MTSA Annual Conference again with some serious grooves? 👉 The Hipposonics! 🦛🎸✨

We’ll be turning the Lansing Brewing Company into a dance floor on Feb 19, 2026—because conferences deserve a soundtrack too.

Come ready to vibe, sing along, and celebrate the amazing work happening in transition services across Michigan.

Tag your conference crew and let’s make this one unforgettable

12/11/2025

Register Now for the MTSA Conference: https://www.michigantsa.org/2026-mtsa-conference-registration/

We’re thrilled to invite you to the Michigan Transition Services Association Conference this February!

With over 30 presenters, state directors of OSE, CTE, MRS and BSBP, and the inspiring LeDerick Horne ready to share their expertise, this year’s conference promises to be one of our most engaging and impactful yet.

Why Attend?
• Learn from leading voices in transition services and education.
• Gain practical strategies to support youth and young adults with disabilities.
• Connect with colleagues across Michigan who share your passion for inclusive futures.
• Be part of statewide conversations shaping policy, practice, and innovation.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Registration Information MTSA 2026 Annual Conference Wednesday, February 18, 2026: Starts at 1:00pm (snack break provided) Thursday, February 19, 2026: 8:30am-4:00pm (breakfast & lunch provided) Wednesday, Friday, February 20, 2026: 8:30am-12:30pm (breakfast provided) The 2026 MTSA Conference Regist...

11/18/2025

The Early Bird deadline of Nov 20 is approaching quickly for the 2026 MTSA Conference!

Lederick Horne is the keynote speaker and guest speakers from the Michigan Department of Education, Office of Special Education and the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) from the Michigan Rehabilitation Services (MRS) and the Bureau of Services for Blind Persons (BSBP) will also be sharing insights. Find out more at MTSA Conference Speakers at: https://www.michigantsa.org/2026-mtsa-conference-keynote-speakers/

Get additional informaiton for registering, sponsoring, and exhibiting at https://www.michigantsa.org/2026-mtsa-conference-information/

February 18-20, 2026 Attending the MTSA Conference is about more than professional development–it’s about joining a movement! This year’s theme: Bridging Possibility. Empowering the Future. This reflects our shared commitment to building inclusive pathways for young adults with disabilities. W...

11/11/2025

Check out the great resource from the Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council's Youth Employment Accessible Hub (YEAH) go.mi.gov/dGH6k1098

11/04/2025

A webinar opportunity for young adults 18 years and older entitled: Disability, Romance, & Sexual Health. Check out the Zoom invitation! Have your questions answered and learn mportant information about this topic!

Join us for “Disability, Romance, and Sexual Health” moderated by award-winning educator and sexologist Bianca I Laureano PhD, MA2, CSES. This webinar is open to anyone 18 and older, and will be the second of a two-part series on the topic of disability, dating, and sexual heath. Bianca will be ...

10/14/2025

MTSA Conference Spotlight!

We’re starting strong!
The opening session will feature an incredible lineup of Michigan’s statewide leaders:

Teri Rink, Office of Special Education
Sigrid Adams, Michigan Rehabilitation Services
Mike Pemple, Bureau of Services for Blind Persons
Celena Mills, Career & Technical Education
These directors are coming together to share a united vision for inclusive education, employment, and opportunity across our state.
It’s a rare chance to hear directly from the people shaping Michigan’s future—and it’s happening right at MTSA!

Let’s celebrate collaboration, leadership, and the power of systems working together. See you there!

Find out more information, go to https://www.michigantsa.org/2026-mtsa-conference-keynote-speakers/

Speakers, Program & Schedule Information MTSA 2026 Annual Conference Wednesday, February 18, 2026: Starts at 1:00pm (snack break provided) Tuesday, February 19, 2026: 8:30am-4:00pm (breakfast & lunch provided) Friday, February 20, 2026: 8:30am-12:30pm (breakfast provided) Keynote Speakers (Additiona...