Transcript MTSS for All incl ELL
November 2011
Self-determination and Youth Investment
Pathway to Success for all Students including Those with Disabilities
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The IDEA Partnership acknowledges the contributions of cross stakeholders, including persons representing, Teachers, General Education Administrators, Special Education Administrators, Related Service Personnel, Families and youth,, Higher education , and Technical Assistance Providers -and is deeply grateful to Project Unify of the Kennedy Foundation /Special Olympics for its leadership and facilitation of this collaborative effort.
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Agenda
Definition Rationale Key elements Implementation issues Additional Resources November 2011 IDEA Partnership 3
Cradle to College and/or Career…
Aligns services Public and private School and community Supports success Academic Social Occupational Benefits child/young adult and community
Why to / ?
Remain in school Good attendance Active learning Get and keep a job Live independently Give back to the community
Why to / ?
Remain in school Good attendance Active learning Get and keep a job Live independently Give back to the community
Students must demonstrate…
Academics Choice-making Decision-making Problem-solving Goal-setting Self-awareness Self-advocacy and leadership
Dropping out…
7,000 leave school each day At this rate: 13 million will leave school in the next decade Economic impact (2009 dropouts) Each costs the nation over $260,000 over his/her lifetime If all had graduated, benefit of $335 billion to nation’s economy over their lifetimes November 2011 IDEA Partnership 8
Most likely to drop out…
Academic performance
Low grades Low test scores F’s in English and Math Few credits Retention
Educational engagement
Low engagement High absenteeism Poor school behavior Low extracurricular participation Poor relationships with teachers and peers November 2011 9 IDEA Partnership
Expected outcomes…
Remain in school Good attendance Active learning
High School Graduation
Go on to college or advanced training Obtain and keep a job Live independently Give back to the community November 2011 10 IDEA Partnership
Key elements…
Collaboration School Family Agencies Clear communication Culture and language Use of technology November 2011 IDEA Partnership 11
Support providers…
Schools Title I, IDEA, Gifted, etc.
Breakfast and lunch programs Families Agency after-school programs School-based mental health Medical health Etc.
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High School
Last stepping stone into post-secondary education, employment, and adulthood Preparation for systems of the future Focus on transferable skills November 2011 IDEA Partnership 13
Key elements… high school
Academic rigor Curricular integration / transition services Self-advocacy Career shadowing and work opportunities Post-secondary education options Mentoring and coaching November 2011 IDEA Partnership 14
Support providers…
Schools Families Mentor programs / job-shadowing programs Higher Education Vocational Rehabilitation Juvenile Justice / Probation Etc.
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Key elements… post-secondary & employment
Self-determination Empowerment Self-advocacy Mentoring and coaching Social networks Mental health services November 2011 IDEA Partnership 16
Support providers…
Colleges and universities Technical schools Internships Military Community agencies and work places November 2011 IDEA Partnership 17
Critical Skills Frequently Overlooked
Self-determination Empowerment November 2011 IDEA Partnership 18
Self determination is…
a concept reflecting the belief that all individuals have the right to direct their own lives. Students who have self-determination skills have a stronger chance of being successful in making the transition to adulthood, including employment and independence November 2011 IDEA Partnership 19
Self Determination Is Learned…
through real-world experience, which inherently involves taking risks, making mistakes, reflecting on outcomes testing his or her strengths and limitations identifying appropriate short- and long-term goals. and open, supportive acknowledgement and discussion of their disability. November 2011 20 IDEA Partnership
Tips for Promoting Self-Determination in Youth with Disabilities
Promote Choice Making Encourage Exploration of Po ssibilities Promote Reasonable Risk Taking Encourage Problem Solving Promote Self Advocacy Facilitate Development of Self-Esteem Develop Goal Setting and Planning Help Youth Understand Their Disabilities November 2011 21 IDEA Partnership
Empowerment is…
a process which helps people gain power. People who are empowered have the knowledge and ability to lead.
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What does it mean to be empowered?
Taking responsibility for your choices and decisions Working toward your goals Having confidence and pride in your abilities Living with enthusiasm and passion Knowing how your actions affect others November 2011 23 IDEA Partnership
Empowerment includes having…
access to information decision-making power a range of options from which to make choices a positive outlook on being able to make change the ability to increase one’s self image and overcome stereotypes of discrimination.
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When are you NOT empowered?
When you do whatever you want whenever you want and ignore expectations and rules When you bypass everyone who will say “no” so you can get your own way When you only do the easy November 2011 IDEA Partnership 25
Being successful in making the transition to adulthood, including employment and independence requires systems change.
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All levels in the process must include…
Collaboration Coordination Continuity Clearly articulated from level to level … to create seamless systems of service November 2011 27 IDEA Partnership
Systems that…
Value, honor and support all youth Coordinate agency resources Support smooth transitions from year to year, developmental level to developmental level Emphasize child/youth growth in Academics Social/emotional well being Health and fitness Civic responsibility November 2011 28 IDEA Partnership
Systems that focus on…
Balance Academic & social/emotional skills Physical & mental health Family life and building independence Intentional transition plans from the beginning Collaboration Families, schools, agencies, community services Shared resources & responsibility November 2011 29 IDEA Partnership
Your involvement is key to the success of all our children and young adults!
Additional resources The IDEA Partnership www.ideapartnership.org
Project Unify of the Kennedy Foundation /Special Olympics www.specialolympics.org/projectunify.aspx
Breaking Ranks http://www.nassp.org/tabid/3162/default.aspx
Breaking Ranks in the Middle School http://www.nassp.org/Portals/0/Content/53495.pdf
Ready by 21, Forum for Youth Investment http://www.forumfyi.org/readyby21 November 2011 IDEA Partnership 31
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November 2011
Reflections!
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Questions?
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