This handout, created as part of the curriculum for Think College Policy Advocates, shares an overview of the differences between policymakers (legislators) at the federal (national) level and at the state level.
[National Coordinating Center] The College Search Annual Update is complete, with fresh insights and updates on inclusive education programs for students with intellectual disability.
This article appeared as a special introduction in the Journal of Inclusive Postsecondary Education (JIPE), Volume 5, Issue 2. Written by Meg Grigal, it highlights the influential professional contributions of Debra Hart, a leader in inclusive postsecondary education for over 50 years. Debra's early work created the foundation for current practices such as college-based transition services and person-centered planning. Her efforts also led to initiatives such as the Massachusetts Inclusive Concurrent Enrollment Initiative and the establishment of Think College.
This resource provides examples of different kinds of programs of study for a postsecondary education program for students with ID.
Flexible Supports for College Success Presented by Maria Paiewonsky, Ashley Luce*, and Luke Saint-Amour, this webinar covered topics such as supported education, student engagement in college classes, determining accommodation needs, campus resources, and intensive supports. The presentation emphasized the importance of determining the appropriate level of support for student engagement and satisfaction in college classes. It included information on typical classroom supports, academic accommodations, educational coaching, and peer mentoring.
The Accreditation Workgroup continued its work to pilot and refine the program accreditation process and related materials.
La búsqueda de universidad o college es abrumadora para todas las familias y los estudiantes universitarios potenciales. Los estudiantes tienen que pensar en factores como el tamaño de la universidad, donde está ubicada y decidir si vivir en el campus o en su casa. Los que tienen discapacidades intelectuales (DI) tienen otros aspectos adicionales a considerar. Este recurso es una guía para los estudiantes con DI y sus familias sobre el tipo de preguntas que deben hacer cuando están buscando información sobre diferentes programas.
The annual in-person meeting for directors and staff of the funded Transition Postsecondary Programs for Students with Intellectual Disability (TPSID) model demonstration projects, hosted by the Think College National Coordinating Center. Note this event is not open to the public.
Program professionals are invited to discuss and share strategies for supporting students to exit PSE programs to paid employment upon graduation. Participants must be staff who work in PSE programs for students with intellectual disability.
