STEMAbility

A college transition program <http://www.me.vt.edu/stemability> for rising high school seniors with disabilities and their parents. While on the Virginia Tech campus in Blacksburg, Virginia, students will participate in engineering, technology and science learning activities designed to enhance success in the college and work environment :

~Explore career majors in engineering and sciences
~Engage in hands-on learning activities with faculty and students
~Try out assistive and learning technologies

~Use self-advocacy skills to plan for accommodations

We are seeking rising high school seniors with disabilities who a) expect to attend a 2 or 4 year college, b) are seeking a Virginia Advanced Studies or Standard Diploma, c) have a letter of recommendation from a teacher or counselor, d) are able to function independently on a college campus, and e) want to explore science, engineering and technology related career fields.

We highly encourage parents/guardians to attend to help prepare for their changing roles. Parent sessions will include topics such as moving from IDEIA to ADA, assistive technologies, college accommodations, career possibilities and networking.

Applications will be taken until APRIL 30 and selections made by May 4,
2012. Space is limited to 10-12 students

Costs:
$100 per student (includes programming, lodging, meals, snacks, & materials)
$40 1 Parent/ $60 2 parents (Lodging NOT included)

For information contact Andrea Sharpe <stemability@vt.edu>, Program Director.