Session 2: College Bound with Challenges

Thursday, December 3, 2020 , 7:00-8:00 pm EST:

Who Should Attend: Families looking for information and vetted transition resources, school district professionals responsible for supporting students through transition, educators/counselors seeking information to better support students through transition, providers looking to expand their networks

Colleges and universities are increasingly committed to supporting students with mental health and learning differences.

Today, all U.S. institutions are required to provide a minimum level of support for students with disabilities. Many do much more by providing access to high-quality learning support centers, advising and student health services. A few go even further and offer programs specifically designed to meet the needs of students with moderate learning and social-emotional challenges.

Hear from our panelists in a wide ranging discussion about the college experience when you have learning challenges. We’ll also discuss how students can advocate for themselves. Our panel will help you learn how to assess your options and choose a college that can best meet your needs.

Moderator: Elon Fyfield, Director of Qualls Academy, community activist, recording artist and small business owner

Expert Panelists:

Joan Casey, President, Educational Advocates College Consulting

Sheilah Gauch, Principal, Dearborn Academy

Carol Kinlan, Senior Educational Consultant, Matlack Educational Consulting

Theresa Peduto, National College Advisor, Educational Consulting Services

Questions? Contact Denise Moorehead at info@schoolsforchildren.org

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About the Series

Students who have overcome learning and other challenges look to their upcoming high school graduation with excitement and a well-earned sense of achievement — mixed with a bit of trepidation about life after high school. Schools for Children is proud to present three evenings of panel discussions designed for families with students ready for what happens next after high school — and wondering how to manage the process of taking these next steps successfully.

Taking the Next Step

Everyone has big hopes and aspirations. Everyone has fears. And the COVID-19 pandemic has only added additional complications and concerns.

From college choices for students with challenges to vocational programs and alternative paths, this free series of conversations with experts will give you valuable insights on how you and your student can make the most of this extraordinary milestone and enter adulthood with a plan for success.

You must sign up in advance. A link to the online presentation will be sent to you two days prior to the presentation.

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And don't forget to sign up for the other discussions in our Conversations on Transition series:

January 12, 2020 — Learning and Doing: When College Isn’t Your First Next Step