Mary E. Morningstar, Ph.D.
Mary E. Morningstar, Ph.D., is Associate Professor in the Department of Special Education
at the University of Kansas and Director of the Transition Coalition, which offers
online transition training and resources for practitioners. She coordinates the online masters
program in transition and teaches several classes related to secondary education and
transition including vocational training and employment, interagency and community
services, and transition assessment. She also coordinates the teacher education program
for teachers of students with significant disabilities. Dr. Morningstar has been involved
in training and staff development regarding transition from school to adult life for over
25 years. Prior to moving to Kansas, she worked as a teacher for students with significant
intellectual disabilities. Dr. Morningstar has been an active advocate for all persons with
disabilities based on her experiences as a sibling of a brother with disabilities.