Vocation Skill Building and Job Coaching: The Nicholas Center
“The most motivated and driven individuals, our participants truly value every ounce of work they do, making a profound impact on both their community and themselves.” ~ Norma Jean...
Transitions & Life
Discover How Project SEARCH Opens Doors to Employment
Project SEARCH is a transition-to-work program for young people with intellectual and developmental disabilities that is available throughout the United States. The program, developed at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, is unique...
Empowering Students for the Future: A Guide to Transition Planning with Christa Fisher
Join Christa Fisher from Gwynedd Mercy University as she shares her passion for transition planning, a critical step for students with special needs moving from the classroom to the real...
Teaching Self-Advocacy: Essential Skills for Every Stage of Childhood
Empower your child to take charge of their future by teaching self-advocacy skills. Learn practical tips for nurturing independence, confidence, and decision-making at every stage of childhood. Watch the Video...
Meet Nicholas McGee
College Success Story: Nicholas McGee College: Gwynedd University Brief Bio: Nick’s disability is Down Syndrome. All Gwynedd Mercy University’s Integrated Studies program students receive accommodations and modifications. Accommodations change...
Why Go To College?
There are many reasons to go to college, the most important of which is to become qualified for your desired career. Students attending IPSE (Inclusive Postsecondary Education) programs are more...
Bridging the Steps of Transition Planning for FUTURE Success
Start Here: Where to Begin when creating a plan Everyone needs a starting point, and for children with special needs, it often centers around transition planning. Families might ask when...
Navigating Special Education: A Parent’s Guide to IEPs and 504 Plans
Is your child struggling in school? Do you know there is a problem, and if so, what do you do – especially if nothing has been done? Do you know...
From Anxious to Excited: Mastering Back-to-School Prep with PBS
School supplies are about to hit the shelves, yellow buses are rolling, and new sneakers are on the shopping list. This is a sure sign it is back-to-school time. While...
Preparing Your Child for School: Five Essential Skills to Practice
WATCH NOW In this video, Jennifer Hartman, an intervention specialist at Leetonia Schools, shares essential skills that can help prepare young children for school. Learn practical tips on task completion,...
