The Mesa Public Schools Governing Board voted 7-0 to amend an intergovernmental agreement with the Arizona Department of Economic Security for the Transition from School to Work Program during its July 22 meeting.

The vote passed 5-0 with no discussion. The agreement helps the district assist students with disabilities transition into the workforce after school.

“The intergovernmental agreement with Arizona Department of Economic Security for the Transition from School to Work program aligns with IDEA Part B and Part C, federal mandates that require state educational and vocational agencies to coordinate services for student,” board documents stated. “The agreement establishes a formal collaboration between Mesa Public Schools and the Arizona Department of Economic Security to support st

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