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URL:https://dev.dscc.uic.edu/events/stepping-stones-of-transition-conferen
 ce/
SUMMARY:Stepping Stones of Transition Conference
DESCRIPTION:Attend this statewide conference to help prepare young adults f
 or life's changes.\n\nThe 10th annual Stepping Stones of Transition Confer
 ence is for high school-aged students and young adults with disabilities\,
  their family members\, teachers\, vocational professionals\, caregivers\,
  health care professionals and advocates. It offers opportunities to expan
 d the vision of what is possible in areas of independent living\, educatio
 n and training\, employment\, community inclusion\, health care and self-a
 dvocacy.\nWhat You'll Learn\nConsider these numbers from the U.S. Census B
 ureau's most recent report. They show the importance of preparing young a
 dults with vocational skills\, and creating more job opportunities for peo
 ple with disabilities.\n\n\n\nYou'll learn about so much more than just em
 ployment. During 41 break-out sessions\, 4 general sessions\, and 2 dynam
 ic keynote presentations by Denise Bissonnette and Patrick Schwarz\, a wid
 e variety of transition topics will promote better outcomes for students w
 ith disabilities transitioning to adult life. Full descriptions of all ses
 sions\, information about the speakers\, and a link to registration inform
 ation are available at the conference website.\n\nProfessionals can earn c
 ontinuing education or professional development credits.\nPast Conference 
 Attendees Say\n\n	“I learned practical information about how to implemen
 t a more successful transition plan”\n	“I now know that transition goa
 ls should drive the Individualized Education Program”\n	“I learned fro
 m the experiences of other young adults and parents”\n	“I got ideas to
  implement and enjoyed networking with others”\n\nGoing to the Conferenc
 e\nParents of students with disabilities may be able to get scholarships a
 nd financial assistance to attend the conference. Contact Tara Dunning at 
 Statewide Independent Living Council of Illinois (217) 744-7777 to apply f
 or assistance.\n\nThe Arc of Illinois also provides stipends to enable peo
 ple with developmental disabilities and their family members to attend con
 ferences. Call (815) 464-1832 to learn more about their assistance.\n\nReg
 ister now to assure your spot at this amazing conference! You can register
  online or call Family Matters at (866) 436-7842 to have a registration pa
 cket mailed to you.
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