"Hopes and Dreams"

Workshop 1 from Self-Advocacy: “Don’t Forget About Me!” Series. 

Transition-aged deafblind students and their families will explore interests, strengths and preferences of each young adult.  Activities will help identify likes and dislikes to be included in the IEP and for future planning purposes in the postsecondary world. 

Transition Planning: An Advocate’s Perspective

Workshop 4 from Self-Advocacy: “Don’t Forget About Me!” Series

What are the common struggles families face during transition planning? How can families address these challenges? Families of transition-aged deafblind students will explore common challenges and potential solutions to these challenges when coordinating services and supports for their child.  

"Who am I? Having an Active Role in Planning"

Workshop 1 from Self-Advocacy: “Don’t Forget About Me!” Series. 

Transition-aged deafblind students will explore who they are as an individual and their accessibility needs as an individual with a disability. At the end of this workshop, students will be able to actively participate in educational and transition planning meetings, such as an IEP.

"The Dream Team: Creating, Building and Using My Support Team"

Workshop 2 from Self-Advocacy: “Don’t Forget About Me!” Series

Transition-aged deafblind students and their families will explore how to create and build a support team that follows them through high school and into post-secondary life. Being able to use and adjust a support team is an integral part of transition planning for young adults. 

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