Helping students transition from school to work and adult life is an important part of the special education progress that can be confusing and daunting for parents and is oftentimes overlooked by school districts.
If you would like to learn more about transition planning, the Rebecca School is presenting a panel event on this subject on November 8:
Transitions Panel
Tuesday, November 8th, 11am – 1pm
Rebecca School 40 East 30th Street New York, NY 10016 (212) 810-4120
Hear from & meet leaders in various post-21 capacities: Supportive Employment, Residential, Supportive Housing, Self-Direction, Parent and Consumer Perspectives, Entitlements, Financing, Higher Ed.
Confirmed Speakers: Gil Tippy (Rebecca School), Kathy Kelly (AHRC), Amy O’Hara (Littman Krooks, LLP), Nelson Castro, Gina & Don Barone (Parents of RS alumni), Sam Wilkinson (RS alumni) Amel Whiteside (YAI), Meg Henderson & Martin Gitt (Camphill Triform), Frank Bresnick & Allison Sanchez (Jespy House), Nadine Daley (Center for Family Support), Samantha Fineman & Raul Jimenez (New Frontiers in Learning), Katrina Roberts (Job Path), Joseph Campagna (Home Connect)
Panel: 11am – 12:30 pm
Lunch & Networking: 12:30 – 1pm
FREE. Open to RS parents, family members, & the public.
Overlaps with the 3rd Annual Rebecca School Sibling Day.
Space is limited.
RSVP or for more info: Josh Noble, RS Transitions Coordinator. jnoble@rebeccaschool.org, 212-810-4120 x294