If you are a parent with a student who has/had an IEP in high school please read the attached article. It discusses how college disability services differ from those in high school.

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Parent University is an online course catalog and resource system where NYC families can register for free trainings on a wide range of topics. It also provides a platform for DOE and community partners to share important news, updates, and information with families.

Please go to Parent University to check upcoming webinars an information.

They will cover the college essay, choosing the right school, the interview process, financial aid, the college visit, and more!

Please contact heather.butts@health4youths.org for ZOOM information.

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TKH staff and stakeholders will guide participants through key content to help with college and career journeys. Workshops are held every first Monday of the month, now through June 2022.

The following is a list of topics to be covered:

• Mon, September 13th: College & Career Planning in a Post-COVID World

• Mon, October 4th: Writing Winning Application Essays

• Mon, November 1st: Searching for Scholarships & Internships

• Mon, December 6th: College & Family Finances

• Mon, January 3rd: Navigating Life After High School

• Mon, February 7: Business of Tech & Entrepreneurship

• Mon, March 7th: Deciding on a College/Opportunity

• Mon, April 4: Informational Interviews

• Mon, May 2: Salary Negotiation

• Mon, June 6: Work/Life Balance & Managing Up

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Behind the Book will be hosting a community book giveaway event on Saturday, November 6th (11AM – 4PM) and Sunday, November 7th (11AM – 3PM) at P.S. 43 Jonas Bronck School in the Bronx.

They will be giving away 5,000 new books in both English and Spanish, many featuring Black and Brown characters as well as those written by authors of color. Books have been chosen with readers of all ages in mind.

We will also have a storytelling hour hosted by Drag Queen Story Hour NYC on Saturday, November 6 at 2 pm, as well as a table dedicated to cookbooks for parents, caregivers, and kids to enjoy.

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NYC parents and caregivers will learn about free assistive technology (AT), the different technologies and tools available, and how it can support and empower learning for students across numerous disabilities. Learn how to request AT evaluations, how the evaluations are done, how caregivers can receive training to help support their children to optimize its use, and tips on how to secure it within your IEP.

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Parent Teacher Conferences are Wednesday November 10th from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm and Friday November 12th from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. All conferences will be held virtually. Parents will receive further information on how to schedule a meeting with teachers and staff. Telephone conferencing will also be available.

Check back for future PTC dates and times.

• Build Relationships: Get to know teachers and other parents.

• Stay Informed: Know what’s happening at AGL.

• Have a Voice: Your suggestions contribute to our community!

Check back for the latest PTA meeting time and date.

The Raising New York coalition is hosting a virtual Early Intervention Roundtable on October 19 from 10-11:30am to hear from parents, Early Intervention providers, and other stakeholders about their experiences with teletherapy services during the pandemic. AFC is a part of the coalition and will be participating in the roundtable.

To register click here

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BAE is closing down 52nd Street for a Silent Disco Dance-A-Thon to raise money for their non-profit organization that brings arts education to many schools throughout the city, including AGL. Please click the link below for more info about the event and to learn about how you can support them.

For more info click here

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New York State has strongly encouraged all school districts to allow students who turned 21 during the pandemic to return to high school if they need more time to finish. This free 60-minute webinar will review the latest information from NY State and provide tips for families seeking more time in high school.

Register Here

A Zoom link will be emailed to you 30 minutes before the webinar begins. Can't make the live webinar? A video recording will be sent to all registrants after the workshop ends.

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Parents of students in NYC public schools can vote for other parents who are running to represent their school community on a Citywide or Community Education Council. Learn more about the elections and how the Education Councils work in this helpful Voting Guide FAQ, and vote for candidates through your My Schools account. Click Here

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Part 1 (May 6th, 3:00 - 4:00 pm) Education & Employment:

• Bridges from School to Work

• Vocational Trade Skills

Part 2 (May 11th, 3:00 - 4:00 pm) Independent Living:

• Everfi- Scholarship and Financial Wellness

• ACCES-VR- Overview of Program Services and Process

Presenters include:

Bridges from School to Work – Employment coaches help young adults with disabilities find meaningful jobs during and after they complete high school. We match youth with businesses seeking capable entry-level workers and provide the training, mentoring, and long-term support they need to thrive.

QBI, The Training Institute – Adult Vocational Training School that specializes in training its students to become either Technicians or Tradesmen. We provide our students with the best training available, support job development and placement assistance, and then place our graduates with the best employers in the business.

Everfi – EVERFI helps teachers, schools, and districts bring real-world skills to students. Our free digital courses cover a range of topics including financial education, social-emotional wellbeing, career readiness, and much more. By connecting education to the real world, we’re making sure your learners are set-up for success in the 21st century.

Acces-VR – ACCES-VR assists individuals with disabilities to achieve and maintain employment and to support independent living through training, education, rehabilitation, and career development. VR is designed to help people with disabilities meet career goals, from entry-level to professional.

Register Here

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This spring the Office of Postsecondary Readiness is partnering with Elevate Education to provide a series of family support workshops to help you improve your child’s independent learning skills. Sessions will be run live in the evenings and on Saturdays by an Elevate study skills coach, and will cover a range of independent learning, executive function, and social-emotional topics. Click the links to the right to register and reserve your spot.

Session Topics:

• Motivating Your Child: April 24th at 10:00 AM

Click here for more information and to register.

• Time Management Skills: May 3rd at 6:00 PM or May 8th 10:00 AM

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• Home Study Space: May4th at 6:00 PM or May 22nd at 10:00 AM

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• Stress Management: May 6th at 6:00 PM or May 15th at 10:00 AM

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• Beating Procrastination: May 10th at 6:00 PM

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• Independent Study Skills: May 11th at 6:00 PM

Click here for more information and to register.

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When: Wednesday, April 21th (7:00 PM - 7:00 PM)

Where: This is an online event. Register here to receive meeting link.

What: The NYS Higher Education Services Corporation (HESC) is New York State's higher education student financial aid agency. The presentation will share resources provided by NYS to help families pay for postsecondary institutes of higher learning. HESCs mission is: We help people pay for college.

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When: Wednesday, April 28th (11:00 AM - 1:45 AM)

Where: This is an online event. Register here to receive meeting link.

What: This event is open to all AGL students and their parents. This is a great opportunity to learn about over 40 colleges, universities, and trade programs. The event runs from 11:00 AM to 1:45 PM. If you plan to attend please register using the link above. You can register for multiple sessions.

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When: Wednesday, Mach 24th (5:00pm - 6:15pm)

Where: This is an online event. Register here to receive meeting link.

What: Learn about the differences between disability law and accommodations in high school vs. college, as well as the basics of financial aid and additional opportunity and support programs for students with disabilities. Come knowing what type of diploma your child is working towards! (For parents of students who will take or have taken standard Regents exams.)

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For parents of children with disabilities please visit the Manhattan Transitions Career and College Access Center for support in a wide variety of areas including:

• Assistance with Transitioning from Student to Adult Life

• IEP Supports

• Work Based Learning Opportunities for students with IEP's

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If you have questions about any upcoming events or about the college application process please feel free to contact the Student C.H.O.I.C.E. Center.