Special Education Advocate and Transition Specialist Susan Yellin to speak at Mitchell College Saturday, October 17

As part of the Thames Academy 10th Anniversary Celebration, Thames Academy at Mitchell College will host guest speaker Susan Yellin on Saturday, October 17 from 9:30–11:30 a.m. in the Fox Room in Mitchell Hall. The title of her presentation is “Next Steps: How Students and Parents Can Plan for Life After Thames Academy.”

Her presentation is relevant to any parent who has a teenager with a disability and would like information on the college search process, appropriate support questions to ask in the college application process, how the ADA applies to the workplace, hybrid college/work options, etc. In addition to being an author and successful businesswoman, Susan Yellin is also the parent of a former Thames Academy student.

Highlights from Mrs. Yellin’s presentation will include:
· Identifying numerous “next steps” as each student is different
· Asking the right questions on a college visit (disability services, college resources to know about)
· Other options when college isn’t the right next step (certificate programs, hybrid settings, workplace)
· Getting what you need in college and the workplace
· Role of Americans with Disabilities Act/504
· Responsibilities of the student in typical college setting — steps in getting accommodations/no modifications of curriculum
· Practical life management: Things To Work on Now (medication management, social engagement, etc.)

The presentation is free and open to the public.