Transitioning from High School to College: A Panel of College Students Take on the Questions from High School Students from a Blindness and Low Vision Perspective |
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Show Summary:
Transitioning from High School to College is a major step towards self-determination and independence. Career choices are made and Colleges and Universities are explored to best fit one’s needs.
A group of high school students ask a panel of college students questions to help them understand the challenges and gain from the experience the college students share. When leaving the high school and the security of the Individual Education Plan (IEP) and move into the Independent Plan for Employment IPE, the sharing of this college students can go a long way in preparing for their transition to college.
The College Transition Panel was created to help share the experiences and to let high school students know that there is a pathway and that they do not have to take this journey alone. One of the key themes stemming from this conversation is that networking with other Blind and Low Vision students is a great resource for support and answers to the questions that will arise during this journey. No one has to reinvent the wheel and building a network and sharing the successes and failures will bring about good foot-holds in the climb towards reaching one’s educational goals.
Join this discussion and Q and A regarding transitioning from high school to college from a Blindness perspective and help share their message to your networks as well.
A big Thank You goes out to the Teachers of the Visually Impaired and others who made this panel discussion happen, and to all the students who took the time to share and let their voices be heard. Thank You!
Contact Your State Services
If you reside in Minnesota, and you would like to know more about Transition Services from State Services contact Transition Coordinator Sheila Koenig by email or contact her via phone at 651-539-2361.
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OVR Pre-Employment Transition Services with DCIU |
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The Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR) offers pre-employment transition services for students with disabilities across Pennsylvania. These new transition services are required as part of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). Pre-employment transition services include group and individualized services to help students gain an increased understanding of their options after leaving high school. OVR pre-employment transition services can be provided by the DCIU OPTIONS Program! These services will help your student better plan for the transition into postsecondary training or competitive integrated employment.
The DCIU OPTIONS Program offers:
Individualized Services Job Shadowing
Job shadowing will provide students with disabilities a one to five day job shadowing experience in an occupation of interest within the community. Students will be provided an opportunity to shadow employees and obtain an overview of the knowledge, tasks, and abilities needed to work in a particular field.
Work-Based Learning Experiences
Students will participate in work-based learning experiences, which may include in-school or after school opportunities in the community. Students will be provided options for work experiences that teach skills needed to obtain competitive integrated employment or transition to post-secondary training.
If you are interested in learning more about these services, please contact your OVR liaison, Scott Cardoni (Info below) to schedule an informational meeting. OVR and DCIU are looking forward to collaborating with you and to providing your students with some great opportunities!
Scott Cardoni, CRC
Vocational Rehabilition Counselor
PA Dept. of Labor and Industry: Office of Vocational Rehabilitation
BBVS and Norristown District Office
1875 New Hope Street Norritown PA 19401
Cell: 484-682-4037
Norristown Office Hours 8:00-4:30
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Lauren Riccardi, Garnet Valley student, is job developing with, DCIU OPTION Employment liaison, Jean Wigo.
Lauren is a student at Delaware County Community College. Lauren received her diploma at Garnet Valley High School. Lauren enrolled with OVR in their Pre-Employment Transition Services and chose the DCIU as a provider. Lauren completed three job shadows in a variety of businesses. Lauren has recently started the job development phase. Lauren will meet with, Jean Wigo, Employment Liaison Specialist every 2 weeks to continue completing applications and practicing interview skills. Once Lauren is granted an interview the Employment Liaison will prepare Lauren and attend the interview with her. Lauren will receive job coaching for onboarding paperwork, and support to learn and maintain a job in the community.
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Colin is a student at Vanguard and lives in the Springfield School District. Colin received services from DCIU through the Pre-Employment Transition Services at OVR. Colin completed job shadows at three local businesses. After completing the job shadows and setting a job goal, Colin began to job develop with the Employment Liaison Specialist. Colin and the Employment Liaison designed a resume, completed applications and practiced interviewing skills every 2 weeks via Zoom. Colin was granted an interview at the Giant on Sproul Road. The Employment Liaison and Colin prepped for the interview and attended the interview in person. Colin was hired on the spot for a maintenance position. Colin received on site job coaching to learn his tasks, build a natural support system, and become a valued member of the Giant team. Colin works 15 – 20 hours per week and is doing a great job. Colin is now supported by a job coach through Supported Employment funded by OIDD waiver services. Keep up the good work Colin!
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Samantha is a student at Ridley High School. Samantha enrolled with OVR to access their student services. Samantha and her mom chose the DCIU to provide those services. Samantha completed job shadows in the community and excelled at a local supermarket while there with an evaluator. Samantha had the opportunity to bag groceries, return items to the proper locations and retrieve shopping carts from the parking lot. Samantha enjoyed this experience. When it came time for Samantha to start job developing, the Employment Liaison Specialist developed a resume with Samantha, completed applications and practiced interviewing skills. Samantha interviewed at the Giant on Baltimore Pike in Springfield. Samantha and the Employment Liaison attended the interview and received a call the next day that she was being hired. Samantha has been working approximately a month now with job coaching support and is doing a fantastic job. Samantha works as a courtesy clerk using the skills she learned at her job shadow. Keep up the good work Samantha! |
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World Autism Month!
This World Autism Month, it's time to light up with kindness! Learn about the Autism Speaks' commitment to a world where all people with autism can reach their full potential.
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wear blue and kindness
share blue
Print out our #LightItUpBlue sign, take a selfie with it and post it with #LightItUpBlue!
spread kindness
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Add the #LightItUpWithKindness frame to your Facebook or Twitter profile photo!
- Search “Autism Speaks” on Instagram for stickers you can add to your story
- Use our Instagram AR filter by tapping the filter tab on our profile
- Be sure to tag @autismspeaks
share kindness
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Post one of these World Autism Month graphics to your social media
- Write in the caption why you advocate for a kinder world for people with autism
- Tag @autismspeaks
support kindness
light blue
On April 2nd, in honor of World Autism Awareness Day, landmarks around the globe will light up blue! Join them and light your home or business BLUE!
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EARTH DAY-“Restore Our Earth.”
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Earth Day 2021 will mark the 51st anniversary of this holiday. Typically, Earth Day is assigned a different theme or area of focus each year; this year’s theme is “Restore Our Earth.”
WHAT IS EARTH DAY?
Ever wonder how Earth Day began? The first Earth Day was held on
April 22, 1970, when San Francisco activist John McConnell and Wisconsin Senator Gaylord Nelson separately asked Americans to join in a grassroots demonstration. Dealing with dangerously serious issues concerning toxic drinking water, air pollution, and the effects of pesticides, an impressive 20 million Americans—10% of the population—ventured outdoors and protested together.
President Richard Nixon led the nation in creating the Environmental Protection Agency, which followed with successful laws including the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act and the Endangered Species Act.
Today, not only is Earth Day a day meant to increase awareness of environmental problems, but also it is also becoming a popular time for many communities to gather together to clean up litter, plant trees, or simply reflect on the beauty of nature.
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EARTH DAY ACTIVITIES AND IDEAS
Celebrate Earth Day by appreciating and respecting the natural world. Here are some ideas to inspire you this year.
· SUPPORT OUR POLLINATORS!: Bring native bees, butterflies and hummingbirds to your garden. One way to do this is by selecting the right plants. Need ideas?
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· CLEAN UP PLASTIC IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD OR LOCAL PARK: Go on a walk with a trash bag and help to clean up any plastic that you find.
· PLANT A TREE! See advice on how to plant a tree.
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· REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE: Reuse and recycle your plant pots and containers with these smart ideas! |
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COUNTY OF DELAWARE
GOVERNMENT CENTER BUILDING
201 W. FRONT STREET
MEDIA, PENNSYLVANIA 19063
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC RELATIONS
Adrienne Marofsky
Director
Office: 610-891-4943
Cell: 610-306-4497
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COUNTY COUNCIL
Brian P. Zidek
Chairman
Dr. Monica Taylor
Vice Chair
Kevin M. Madden
Elaine Paul Schaefer
Christine A. Reuther
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Released: March 24, 2021
Delaware County Launches Homebound COVID-19 Vaccination Program
Delaware County Council and the Delaware County COVID-19 Task Force have partnered with community organizations across Delaware County to launch the Homebound COVID-19 Vaccination Program. This new program, part of the Delaware County Pandemic Plan, will help ensure that any homebound individual who cannot safely leave their residence is able to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.
The COVID-19 Task Force expects the program will vaccinate up to 500 homebound residents per week, based on the anticipated supply of vaccine provided from the State. A direct caregiver can also qualify to receive a vaccination. Language assistance is available.
The critical work of identifying homebound individuals by county agencies—including the Department of Human Services, the County Office of Services for the Aging (COSA), the Office of Behavioral Health and the Office of Intellectual Disabilities—and by our community partners is an ongoing process. The Task Force welcomes additional input from local organizations to help identify individuals for the program.
Homebound individuals who have already pre-registered with Delaware County for the vaccine at a County vaccination site but now prefer to receive a vaccination in their home must contact the COVID-19 Call Center to ensure that they are placed on the Homebound Vaccination Program’s “Homebound Roster”.
For more information about COVID-19, including the latest updates regarding vaccinations and testing, please visit our COVID-19 website below.
Additional information about the Homebound COVID-19 Vaccination Program will be accessible below as well at delcopa.gov/homebound.
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Delaware County Intermediate Unit
200 Yale Avenue, Morton, PA 19070
Phone: 610-938-9000
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