Tuesday, September 7, 2010
Can Special Ed. Students Successfully Transition to College?
Free Conference
For Immediate Release                             Contact: Mona Goldstein –LIRACHE
        cell (516) 457-0642
                                                                                                   
                                                                                   
Can Our Special Ed. Students Successfully Transition to College?
 
 
“More and more high school students with disabilities are planning to continue their education in postsecondary schools, including vocational and career schools, two-and four-year colleges and universities. As a student with a disability, you need to be well informed about your rights and responsibilities as well as the responsibilities postsecondary schools have toward students. Being well informed will help ensure you have a full opportunity to enjoy the benefits of the postsecondary education experience without confusion or delay.” (US Dept. of Education Students with Disabilities Preparing for Postsecondary Education.)
 
 
Free Conference
Transitioning Students with Disabilities from High School to College
 
For Grades 7-12: Start Preparing NOW for a Smooth Transition
Parents, Students, Guidance Counselors, Special Education Teachers invited
 
Panel Discussion, Q&A, College Resource Expo
                                                         
 
 
Topics include: Post Secondary Options, Differences between High School and College,  Rights and Responsibilities, VESID, Skills for College Success and Accessing Accommodative Services.    Attendees will meet Disability Services representatives from Long Island colleges and receive the “Long Island College Inform” Contact sheet & other handouts
 
Monday May 17, 2010 
  6:30 pm  
Registration Required
7:00 –8:30 pm Presentation 
College Resource Expo
Molloy College – Farmingdale
 
To register go to: http://www.liworks.org   and go to Calendar of Events
 
 
 
The Conference concept was developed under the auspices of the LI Works-LIRACHE School Superintendent College President Partnership, a unique organization that brings together the k-12 sector, post secondary institutions and the business community. Its goal is to foster academic excellence and a seamless transition from kindergarten though college and into the workplace.