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Written by: Jenna Green

Today we were asked, " What knowledge, skills, and values do young people need for effective Civic Engagement and how does it play a role in preparing youth for employment" by the NSWD, National Collaborative on Workforce and Disability. If you don't know, NCWD/Youth work...

Written by: Jenna Green

Applicable Laws

• In High Shcool, the following laws apply:
• Individuals with Disabilities Improvement Act (IDEIA) 
• Section 504, Rehabilitation Act of 1973
• IDEIA is about Success in school

• In College, the following laws apply:
• A.D.A ( Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Title II)
• Section 504, Rehabilitation Act of 1973 &...

For High School Students

1. Start Preparing for College in your Junior Year and get applications the Summer after Junior Year
2. Start participating in community service and extracurricular activities
3. Do not slack off during your Senior year. You need to show colleges that you can keep your grades up
4. Start developing relationships with your teachers a...

Some of you may think that everything that happens in high school will transfer to College. Think again. Here are a few things that are different"

High school

Your parents have much responsibility for your success. You have a right to a high school education and a diploma. The law under which this is done is IDEA.