These transition workshops are offered annually across the Commonwealth. In addition to these, many school
divisions offer student workshops throughout the year.
A two day summer orientation program for rising high school juniors, seniors, and entering college
freshmen. Sessions focus on the accommodation process, assistive technologies, leadership skills, and other aspects
of college life. College Bound is designed by New River Community College, Radford University, and Virginia
Tech to help students address and prepare for success in any two or four year colleges or universities.
This residential program offers students, and their parents, an opportunity to live in a residence hall, enjoy the dining
facilities, interact with peers and college students with disabilities, and participate in workshops covering topics
such as college life, survival skills, and self-advocacy. For more information contact Maureen Weyer at
or
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A transition workshop for high school and middle school students with disabilities, families, adult
consumers, educators, advocates, and service providers. The event takes places in Southwest Virginia at Radford
University. Sessions provide information for those interested in learning about the latest resources and strategies
for transitioning into college and the workplace. Real World Day offers hands on experience with assistive
technologies (AT) that enhance or assist community life, learning, work, and recreational activities. This workshop
is held annually each fall through the collaborative efforts of Southwest Virginia Assistive Technology Services, Virginia Tech,
New River Community College, Radford University, and Southwest Virginia Training and Technical Assistance Center
at VT and RU. For more information contact Maureen Weyer at
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Say YES to College will increase students' knowledge of accommodations, assistive technology, leadership skills, and
other exciting aspects of college life. The program is open to rising high school juniors, seniors, and college
freshmen who are pursuing a Standards of Learning (SOL) diploma and reside in Virginia. You do not have to be
planning to attend a college in Virginia to participate. Say Yes to College 2007 will be conducted at Old Dominion
University where students will stay the night in a dorm with student mentors, attend workshops, attend a University
class, and visit the Norfolk campus of Tidewater Community College. Approximately 50 students with disabilities who
are pursuing an SOL diploma will be accepted. Their parents will be invited to attend separate on-going workshops.
The cost is expected to be about $75.00 per person. For more information contact Joann Ervin at
or call 757-683-3639.
A one-day conference for college-bound high school students with disabilities and their parents in
central Virginia at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond. It includes an opening session, a
panel of college students with disabilities and parents whose children with disabilities have attended college, and
small group sessions for students and parents to learn more about preparing for college, financial aid, and
college support services. College Quest is jointly sponsored by the Training and Technical Assistance Center at
Virginia Commonwealth University, the VCU Professional Development Academy at the Rehabilitation Research and
Training Center on Workplace Supports, and the Virginia Higher Education Leadership Partnership.
To find out more contact Katherine Wittig at
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The YLF curriculum includes training and development of individual career and life-goals, leadership skills,
social skills, and self-esteem. Delegates benefit from sharing the experience of an energetic and socially
enriched environment with other delegates, distinguished guests, mentors, and highly motivated volunteer staff.
Eligible candidates include rising high school juniors and seniors from Virginia who have a disability, are highly
motivated, and have demonstrated leadership potential. Student delegates are recruited statewide through a
competitive application and interview process. Application requirements include written references and in-person
interviews. To learn more contact Jennifer Peers, Sponsored Programs Assistant at
804-786-3441 or Teri Barker, Sponsored Programs Manager
804-786-9381.
