Education Choices
Education and skill development shouldn't abruptly stop at high school graduation. As you look uncertainly toward the near future, it's important to consider your post-secondary educational opportunities.
Use this section to learn about the many different educational programs available to you. With a good idea of all your options and with the guidance of parents and a support team, you'll be better equipped to choose an educational path that reflects your talents, skills, and career goals.
Transition to College: Strategic Planning to Ensure Success for Students With Learning Disabilities (PDF)
Making plans for the future and knowing where you're going allows you to design the steps that will take you to your destination. As a parent, it is important to encourage your child to learn what he or she needs to know about college in order to plan a successful transition. This brief can help you understand the requirements and opportunities included in the law so that you can successfully plan and help your child prepare for his or her future.
Transitioning from High School to College Symposium
On October 3-4, 2006, ETS and the National Center for Learning Disabilities joined together to explore pressing issues regarding post-secondary transition for students with LD at the Addressing Achievement Gaps: Students with Learning Disabilities Transitioning from High School to College Symposium. This landmark conference brought together key experts and researchers in the field, educators, guidance counselors, college admissions professionals, postsecondary disability coordinators, advocates, parents, and students to address achievement gaps and discuss possible solutions for student success going forward. To find an overview of the main topics, presenter information, documents, and resources for further support visit www.ld.org/ets.
For more information on this topic, take a look at InfoZone: Transition to College & Work for Teens, an in-depth page filled with expert advice, support materials, and useful resources.
