Abstract
Postsecondary education and employment outcomes for students with mild disabilities are disappointing. This article describes an innovative approach to preparing high school students with mild disabilities for challenging careers in high tech industries, called High School High Tech (HSHT). Following a brief overview of the HSHT model and Iowa's program, the authors offer a seven-step process for establishing effective transition efforts. The article concludes with a description of the results of Iowa's HSHT program over the past three years, and recommendations for program enhancements based on Iowa's findings. The information presented here is intended to assist education and rehabilitation professionals in helping students make informed, high tech career choices and enter postsecondary education programs that further prepare them for challenging, financially rewarding high tech careers.