Welcome to the 8th edition of Transition Touch Points! Transition Touch Points is a publication used to share information, community resources and to

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Welcome to the 8th edition of Transition Touch Points!

Transition Touch Points is a publication used to share information, community resources and topics that are important for the transition from school to life beyond.

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Transition Success Stories

This week, I wanted to share some transition success stories. Often when working through a transition plan, it can seem daunting and overwhelming...this is just a reminder that IT IS ALL WELL WORTH IT!! Keep working hard with your child/student on their transition, they will have a success story too! All of these stories, and more, can be found on the Council for Exceptional Children website.

If you have a success story that you'd like to share please let me know by sending an email to kmcdonald@kresa.org!

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Christopher Williams

Katy, Texas

Christopher is a valuable employee who performs stocking, packaging, labeling, and other tasks at Walgreens pharmacy. He gained the necessary work skills with help from his high school’s Work-Based Learning Program. Christopher, who has autism, has become so successful that the district manager recommended him for a position at another Walgreens location, thereby increasing his work hours.

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Vander Cherry

Washington, D.C.

Vander has overcome the challenges of cerebral palsy and is a model employee at the U.S. Department of Education. During high school, he participated in a vocational training program for student with disabilities. He had to learn how to be a professional in the workplace—managing his time, dressing for the work environment and speaking with coworkers—as well as becoming more independent.

Madison Hill Morsefield

Madison Hill Morsefield

Kent, Ohio

Madison, 20, has successfully transitioned from high school to college, while making a difference in her community. She is currently taking part in a four-year program at Kent State University, which combines academics, career development and independent learning. She is studying hospitality management and volunteers on a weekly basis.

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This Time in the Resource Spotlight...

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Check out the newly designed Kalamazoo RESA Transition Services Webpage!

The KRESA Transition webpage has recently been updated! Click here to check it out!

On the site you will find information on the following topics:

▪ What are Transition Services?
▪ Community Connections
▪ County Wide Transition Team
▪ Employment
▪ Housing
▪ Guardianship
▪ Staff Resources
▪ Photo Gallery
▪ Contact Information

This is a great site for parents, students, and staff members! There really is a resource for everyone, so please share this site and encourage others to visit! If there is anything you would like to see added to the site, please send me a message at kmcdonald@kresa.org.

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Upcoming Events

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January 29 - The Paw Paw Lion's Club will partner with Senior Services of Van Buren County for a fun, interactive presentation about low cost/low tech tools and gadgets that can help you maintain your independence. Contact Joanne for more information at (269) 982-7761 or johnsonj@dnswm.org.

February 1 - 107.7 WRKR Texas Hold 'Em Poker Tournament benefitting Disability Network Southwest Michigan
Wayside West in Kalamazoo is the host for the 11th Annual Texas Hold 'Em Poker Tournament. For a $100 buy-in players have a chance to win big AND support our mission. For more information contact Kristen at (269) 345-1516 x119 or pottsk@dnswm.org.

February 27 - InterAct will be hosting a Benefits Training from 8:30 - 10:00am called "How working Impacts Benefits"

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