Tuesday, March 10

Building Bridges: Transition from High School to College

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Location: Millard South High School Lecture Hall

14905 Q Street (Enter through south doors)
Presented by: WIN AHEAD (Western Iowa and Nebraska Association of Higher Education and Disability)

Description: This opportunity will provide information on college and university services for those with special needs. Please attend with your student if possible. The following transition topics will be discussed:

a.. Individuals with Disability Education Act (IDEA) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
b.. Changing Roles of Students and Parents
c.. Disclosure and Documentation of a Disability
d.. Disability Types
e.. Accommodation Requests
f.. College Responsibilities
g.. Additional Transition Issues

Intended Audience: Parents and students with special needs
Cost: Free
Registration: Registration not required
Questions: Call Rene McQuinn at 715-6331 or e-mail her at RJMcquinn@mpsomaha.org