Two research studies were carried out in rural locations in the state of Wisconsin. The first study was a survey of secondary transition and vocational education practices in fifteen small school districts. The second study was a survey of employment outcomes of former students with mild disabilities from the same districts. Strengths and weaknesses in service delivery were identified and discussed in response to student outcomes. This article concludes with recommended activities that teachers can implement to meet student transitional needs.
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