Transcript Transition to a college or University Project 10 Northeast

TRANSITION TO A
COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY
PROJECT 10 NORTHEAST REGIONAL
FALL INSTITUTE
NOVEMBER 15, 2011
Kristine (Kris) Wiest Webb
University of North Florida
[email protected]
(904) 620-2769
Deciding to Attend College
Career Aspirations
Appropriate Educational Institution
Tips for Deciding…
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Choose an array of classes in high school that will
expose the student to the rigors expected in college
Have students conduct informational interviews with
professionals in fields of interest
Meet with guidance counselors
Attend transition programs at colleges or universities
Planning
Early work on SOPs
Appropriate coursework in high school
Job-shadowing
Tips for Planning…
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Have SOPS ready for college admission in the
Spring of junior year
Include skills in study skills, independent living, social
communication on IEPs
Visit colleges or universities
Attend a transition camp or presentation at college
and then plan accordingly
Preparing
Academic
Non-academic
Tips for Preparing…
Academic Preparation
 Rigorous classes in general curriculum
 SAT/ACT preparation, use of accommodations
 High GPA, class rank
 Personal statement
 Letters of recommendation
 Study skills, computer skills
 Know the differences between high school and
college
Tips for Preparing
Non-academic
 Awareness of strengths
 Awareness of manifestations of disability
 Self-advocacy
 Awareness of, and ability to evaluate effectiveness
of accommodations
 Ability to engage in campus life
 Self-determination
 Awareness of needed agency support
Exploring
Finding a match between student and college
Looking at multiple facets of college attendance
Students at the helm!
Tips for Exploring…
Use worksheets for managing this exploration (example:
Dare to Dream for Adults)
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College, School, or Training Place Worksheet
Feature of
school,
Information I learned:
This feature is a GOOD or
Name
ofcollege,
school__________________________________
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or training place
Location
Where is the campus
located?
Is housing available on
campus?
Is campus on a bus route?
BAD match for me because:
Selecting
Evaluation of Admission Process
Evaluation of disability support services
Tips for Selecting…
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What priorities are important to the student?
What services are needed by the student?
Does the college offer needed services and
appropriate support?
Does the disability support office have qualified
personnel?
Does the disability support office support Assistive
Technology?
Does the disability support office use data to inform
their practice?
Applying
Documentation requirements for disability
Minimum ACT or SAT score
Minimum GPA
Other requirements
Tips for Applying…
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How do you disclose a disability during the
Admission process?
What documentation of a disability is required?
>currency of documentation
>SOP
Does the college have a mechanism in place to
review applicants with disabilities?
Are letters of recommendation and personal
statements accepted?
Resources…
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Going to College: Expanding Opportunities for People with Disabilities.
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K&W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities, 10th Ed.
Edited by Elizabeth Evans Getzel,., & Paul Wehman
Marybeth Kravets & Imy Wax
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College Success for Students With Learning Disabilities: Strategies and Tips to Make the
Most of Your College Experience.
Cynthia Simpson & Vicky Spencer
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Preparing Students with Disabilities for College Success: A Practical Guide for Transition.
Stan Shaw, Joseph Madaus, & Lyman Dukes
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Transition to Postsecondary Education for Students With Disabilities.
Carol Kochhar-Bryant, Diane S. Bassett, & Kristine Webb