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NHED Offers Free Virtual Workshops from Search Institute in August
This summer the NHED, through the Office of Social and Emotional Wellness, is offering several virtual professional development opportunities from the Search Institute about developmental assets and developmental relationships. The free workshops are open to all educators, agencies, and families. Series flyer Developmental assets are: The supports, opportunities, and relationships young people need across all… Continue reading: NHED Offers Free Virtual Workshops from Search Institute in August

September Events: WickedSTEM and Construction Career Days
WickedSTEM – Sept 23, 2023 WickedSTEM promotional poster with details on speakers WickedSTEM registration (free although the registration form makes it look otherwise) WHO High school and college students from Northern New England will explore the different disciplines of STEM to help them formalize their education plans while discussing careers and internships with participating companies. Hands… Continue reading: September Events: WickedSTEM and Construction Career Days

Terrill Covey Awarded 2023 ELO Coordinator of the Year
Congratulations to Terrill Covey, ELO Facilitator in Strafford Learning Center’s Transition Support Center! Terrill was awarded the 2023 ELO Coordinator of the Year award at the 29th Annual New Hampshire Excellence in Education Awards (EDies) on June 3. Official EDies announcement Terrill has worked in education for 20 years, and has been a part of… Continue reading: Terrill Covey Awarded 2023 ELO Coordinator of the Year

Applications open for Bridges and UNH-4U for Fall 2023
UNH-4U and the Bridges Training Series are two New Hampshire programs for young adults aged 18-24 with intellectual disabilities. Both are offered through the Institute on Disability at the University of New Hampshire in partnership with several other agencies and organizations. UNH-4U UNH4-U is an innovative two-year higher education program on the UNH Durham campus… Continue reading: Applications open for Bridges and UNH-4U for Fall 2023

2023 NH COP Education Series starts Jan 5
The NH Transition State Community of Practice (NH COP) is offering a robust lineup of timely topics for the 2023 Education Series. The first session is January 5 at 9 am – Exit Planning for Transition Age Youth with Mindy Huckins from Gateways Community Services and Dan Alexander from Nashua School District. Join Mindy and… Continue reading: 2023 NH COP Education Series starts Jan 5

Summit Spotlight Session Descriptions Available
Descriptions of the Spotlight Sessions at the Nov 18 Transition Summit are now available as a Google Doc. There are morning choices and afternoon choices. This year you will not need to pre-register for particular sessions. Instead, a week or so before the event, all registrants will receive a detailed poll asking you to indicate… Continue reading: Summit Spotlight Session Descriptions Available

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