Loudon County Transition Academy

08/24/2026

🎨 Calling All Artists! 🎨

Registration is now open for the Chalk Walk at Octoberfest!

Help us transform the sidewalks around the Loudon County Courthouse into a colorful outdoor gallery filled with creativity, imagination, and community spirit. Whether you're a seasoned artist or simply love to draw, we'd love to see your talent on display!

🖍️ Register today and help us Chalk the Walk! Find info on the Chalk Walk Flyer!

08/22/2026

What more could you ask for…come out and support our interns and our amazing program!

08/17/2026

Mark your calendars! This is going to be a blast!

08/17/2026

🎉 Congratulations, Canaan! 🎉

Transition Academy is a unique experience that provides intensive work experiences and opportunities to help prepare our interns for life after high school. Whether their next step is college, military service, vocational training, or entering the workforce, we strive to help each intern build the skills and confidence needed to succeed.

At Transition Academy, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to embark, build, and thrive, and Canaan is a wonderful example of what is possible when preparation meets purpose.

We are so incredibly proud of Canaan and look forward to seeing all that the future holds! 🎓✨

08/17/2026

They say a picture is worth a thousand words, and that couldn't be more true when looking through the plethora of photos taken at RiverFest last night. 📸

What those pictures don't show is our incredible interns hard at work behind the scenes. From 5:00 p.m. until a little after 9:00 p.m., they were engaging with the crowd, sharing information about our program, and representing our mission with confidence and professionalism.

We couldn't be more proud of the way they represented our organization. Their enthusiasm, dedication, and motivation to make a difference in the world were evident throughout the evening. Thank you for all your hard work and for being such outstanding ambassadors of our program! 👏✨

08/12/2026

We're looking for a passionate individual who wants to make a difference in the lives of students as they prepare for their future careers!

📢 Join Our Team! Now Hiring: Workplace Readiness Specialist

Do you enjoy mentoring students, teaching workplace skills, and helping young adults build confidence for success after high school? We are seeking a Workplace Readiness Specialist to assist high school students in developing the skills needed for employment and post-secondary opportunities.

✅ Help students develop resumes, complete job applications, and practice interview skills.
✅ Support career exploration, workplace readiness, and independent living skills.
✅ Work directly with students in both individual and group settings to build confidence and job readiness.
✅ Collaborate with educators, transition specialists, and community partners to support student success.

Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of experience in teaching or providing services to individuals with disabilities preferred.

If you're dedicated to helping students gain the skills they need to succeed in the workplace and beyond, we'd love to hear from you!

📧 For more information or to apply, contact:
Jessica Spafford, Loudon County Transition Coordinator – [email protected]
Dr. Josh Reese, Loudon County Special Education Director– [email protected]

07/30/2026

🎉 Exciting News for Loudon County Schools! 🎉

We are proud to share that our county has been selected, along with another local school district, to participate in Project PLAN (Prepare, Launch, Accelerate, and Network)—a statewide initiative focused on improving post-school outcomes for students with disabilities.

Through this opportunity, our team will engage in professional learning, coaching, and collaborative planning designed to strengthen transition services and expand real-world experiences for students. Our goal is to continue growing and developing a transition program that equips students with the skills, supports, and opportunities they need to succeed beyond high school.

Project PLAN focuses on enhancing transition planning, building student skills, expanding work-based learning opportunities, and creating strong partnerships that prepare students for life after graduation. We are excited to learn from statewide leaders, collaborate with fellow educators, and bring innovative practices back to our schools.

This is an incredible opportunity to invest in our students’ futures and ensure they are prepared, confident, and ready for success in the real world. We look forward to sharing our journey along the way!

07/28/2026

Ready to enroll?

Applying for Precious Cargo is easy.

✔ Complete the application
✔ Have a licensed medical professional complete the medical section
✔ Submit the form to your local county clerk

The program is free, voluntary, and confidential.

Apply using this form:
https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/revenue/documents/forms/titlereg/VS-12292021.pdf

07/22/2026

07/08/2026

We can’t wait to welcome our interns back!

Our staggered start days help everyone ease into a strong school year:

A–K: Aug 4
L–Z: Aug 5
No School: Aug 6
All Students: Aug 7

PreK–K families, please confirm start dates with your school.
We can’t wait to see you.