Plan Your Way OK

Plan Your Way OK gives youth and families easy‑to‑understand tools, information, and connections to services so they can stay informed, be active partners in transition planning, explore career options, and access innovative programs that lead to competitive, integrated employment and community belonging.
It is funded by the Pathways to Partnerships (P2P) Disability Innovation fund grant. Our goal is to bring Oklahoma partners together to help youth with disabilities shape their future by building the confidence to speak up for what they want (self‑advocacy) and make their own choices (self‑determination).

 

Your Journey Starts Here

Want a quick look at how Plan Your Way OK can help you speak up, make choices, and map out your future? Check out this short video! It’s a great way for youth and families to see how the website can support transition planning, career exploration, and building the self-determination skills and confidence to live your best life.

Your Way Forward Is All in the Plan!

 Click on the role that best describes you and get help for the next steps in your journey. We update the site often, check back again and share it with others!

 

Students

Plan for your future and aim for success!

Families

Support your children as they transition from school to their adult life.

Professionals

Support students as they transition from school to their adult life.

Business Partners

Help employers find employees they can count on.

Partners

Coordinate transition services to improve outcomes for children and youth with disabilities.

Youth Spotlight

Each month, the Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services (OK DRS) celebrates an awesome student making big moves!

Sign up for the DRS newsletter to catch the full stories when they are released and stay up to date with DRS Transition!

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Meet Elleah

 This month, we’re excited to introduce Elleah, a senior at Jenks High School who brings creativity, hard work, and a big heart to everything she does. From tuning instruments and working in hotels to crafting art and dreaming up animal fashion, her interests are as fun as they are unique. Tracy Keely sat down with her to talk about school, jobs, favorite snacks, and her hopes for the future. Keep reading to learn more about Elleah’s journey and the advice she has for other youth.

Want to learn more about her journey and what motivates her? Click to read her full interview!

Featured Events

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Explore Healthcare: Oklahoma Virtual Career Expo

Explore healthcare careers without leaving the classroom. Join students from across Oklahoma for a FREE virtual healthcare exploration event featuring healthcare professionals, educators, and industry leaders who will share their career journeys, education pathways, and opportunities available throughout the state. Free registration! Students may register individually with their personal email, or the teacher may register […]
23 Oct
9:00 am – 1:00 pm
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2026 Oklahoma Autism Conference

SAVE THE DATE! November 12-13, 2026 Mark your calendars for the 2026 Oklahoma Autism Conference, a statewide gathering dedicated to connection, learning, and amplifying the voices of autistic individuals and their families. To learn more please visit https://okautism.org/OK-Autism-Conference  
12 – 13 Nov
All Day
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Disability Podcasts

The Hidden Workforce

The Hidden Workforce

Topics: Workforce, Impactful, Lived Experiences

DSACO Up for Discussion

DSACO: Up for Discussion

Topics: Inclusion, Advocacy, Transition Planning

Black Feathers Podcast

Black Feathers Podcast

Topics: Storytelling, Community, Culturally Anchored Service Delivery

We Saved You a Seat

We Saved You a Seat

Topics: Supportive, Informative, Empowering

Where the Ramp Ends

Where the Ramp Ends

Topics: Advocacy, Inclusion, Systems Change

Unmasking Autism

Unmasking Autism

Topics: Authentic Conversations, Disability Rights, Advocacy

Featured Disability-Related Resources

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, a time to recognize and raise awareness to the value, talents, and contributions of individuals with disabilities in the workplace. The U.S Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Employment Policy sets the annual theme and provides resources to help employers and communities take part. 2026 theme is “Celebrating Value and Talent”. Making sure people with disabilities have access to jobs, advancement, fair wages, and workplaces where they can succeed is how everyone can celebrate.

Oklahoma Transition Institute 2026

“All In: The Power of the Team”

This conference successfully supports students with disabilities as they transition from high school to post‑secondary life. The event brought together professionals, families, and students, creating a collaborative space for learning and connection.

2026 OTI - All In: The Power of The Team. 480 attendees, 341 messages, 78 speakers, 68 sessions, 51 photos/videos shared

Events Calendar


If you have an event you’d like us to consider adding to this calendar, complete the 
submission request Google form.

Inclusive Interviewing Events

In honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we’re hosting an inclusive interview event in each region for individuals with disabilities. Register for the location of your choice: • Wednesday, October 14 – Mercy Hospital Springfield • Wednesday, October 21 – Mercy Hospital St. Louis • Wednesday, October 21 – Mercy Hospital Oklahoma City Providing […]
14 Oct
All Day

White Cane Safety Awareness Day Rally

A little-known state law requiring drivers to stop their vehicles 15 feet from individuals who are blind or visually impaired will be recognized by the Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired’s National White Cane Safety Awareness Day. The event will be held Oct. 15 beginning at 10:30 a.m. at the Oklahoma Library for the […]
15 Oct
10:30 am – 11:30 am
Oklahoma Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped
300 NE 18th Street

Tulsa Sibshop Ages 10-14

Sibshops are action-packed workshops that celebrate the many contributions made by brothers and sisters of kids with special needs. To register, call or text Lora Roberts at (918) 698-6152 or email lora-roberts@oklahomafamilynetwork.org.
17 Oct
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Happy Hands Education Center
8801 S Garnett Rd, Broken Arrow, OK 74012

Partners in Success Employer Workshop

This no cost workshop provides information for employers on best practices in competitive integrated employment and provides networking for area business leaders, school personnel, and agency representatives. For questions please contact Kathy Mitchell of AFO.
20 Oct
9:00 am – 11:30 am
Meridian Technology Center
1312 S Sangre Rd, Stillwater, OK

Inclusive Interviewing Events

In honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we’re hosting an inclusive interview event in each region for individuals with disabilities. Register for the location of your choice: • Wednesday, October 21 – Mercy Hospital St. Louis • Wednesday, October 21 – Mercy Hospital Oklahoma City Providing Access to Opportunities If you’re interested in a […]
21 Oct
All Day
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988 Mental Health Lifeline

If you need to talk, the 988 Line is available. Whether you’re facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, 988’s counselors are here for you. You are not alone.

Using the 988 Lifeline is free. Call or text “988” if you are in crisis and need help.

Visit the 988 Lifeline website to see all available mental health resources.