Transitional Education Service Alternative Program (TESA)

About TESA (DCTC, BTC)

The Transitional Education Service Alternative Program (TESA) program serves the transition needs of young adults ages 18-21. Staff, students, families, and community providers work together to identify the student’s unique strengths, interests, and develop a plan to provide instructional and community opportunities to meet their transition needs. Areas addressed may include independent living skills, employment skills, academic or functional skills, communication and social skills, self-advocacy, and post-secondary planning. For those students considering post-secondary education following graduation, there are also opportunities to build their skills in preparation for college, including understanding the resources and supports available through disability services.

Program Leadership

Don Budach

Assistant Director of Special Education/Principal

Phone: 651-423-8426

Email: [email protected]

Stephanie Betley

Dean of Special Education

Phone: 651-423-8343

Email: [email protected]

Paige Bjerke

Administrative Assistant

Phone: 651-423-8401