Welcome to the 10th edition of Transition Touch Points! Transition Touch Points is a publication used to share information, community resources and t

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Welcome to the 10th 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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Incredible Scholarship Opportunity For Exiting Students

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The Michigan Council for Exceptional Children created the MCEC Foundation for Exceptional Children in 2001. This scholarship program is intended to provide support for educational/training opportunities when students are no longer eligible for special education programs and services provided by public education (i.e., graduation or reaching 26 years of age). Awards can be granted up to $1,500 and
would support anything from transportation, special equipment, tutoring, including tuition. These funds are
intended to augment, not replace, funds available through other agencies.

Applicant Requirements:
❑ Must be a resident in a school district in the state of Michigan.
❑ Must be a student who will exit from educational programs this year either because of graduation or reaching age 26.
❑ Must be a student with a disability at the time of exiting his/her program. Provide verification of
disability from the district’s Special Education Director (include most recent IEP) or 504 Coordinator.
❑ Must submit a photograph that is not returnable and could be used for publicity purposes.

For more information and to submit an application, click here! Applications must be postmarked by April 14, 2014 - so don't delay!

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This Time in the Resource Spotlight...

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Parenting Adults Towards Independence

Parenting Adults Toward Independence is a group of parents/guardians in the Kalamazoo area who have adult children with disabilities. The objective is to create connections, share resources, and explore new initiatives to provide opportunities for young adults to live a full, rewarding and balanced life. They meet on the first Saturday of each month, 10:00 at The Arc Community Advocates.

If you have questions contact Wendy Dillworth: compose12@gmail.com.

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Upcoming Events

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March 19, 2014 - Everything My Child Needs to Know About Sexuality but I was Afraid to Tell
Join Michigan Family Voices, the Developmental Disabilities Council and Parent to Parent of Southwest Michigan for this open and frank conversation designed for parents and professionals. The workshop will run from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm at KRESA's Wile Auditorim, 1819 E. Milham Road in Kalamazoo. There is a $10 cost to attend the workshop; Disability Network Southwest Michigan is providing a limited number of scholarships. Social Work CEs and SCECHs are also available for additional cost. To register, go to http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/TX5MRH6

March 20, 2014 - 2014 Building a Community of Belonging Forum
The Arcadia Institute and its Partners – the YMCA of Greater Kalamazoo, the Kalamazoo Nature Center, the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Kalamazoo, the Southwest Michigan Council of Boy Scouts, and the Portage District Library are hosting the fifth annual Building a Community of Belonging Forum, to be held March 20, 2104. The theme for this year’s forum is “Increasing momentum for people with disabilities to have jobs that celebrate their gifts and talents.” Learn more about and register for the March 20, 2014 Building a Community of Belonging Forum here.

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