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Published On: August 27th, 2021By

District to Host Transition Expo on October 7

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This event is an opportunity for families of children with disabilities of all ages to meet with agencies and organizations that can meet their diverse needs.

The expo will also have a session for those unsure of their student’s plans after high school.

Representatives from local agencies, ranging from local community colleges to public transportation, will provide resources and information regarding all transition phases from infant to adult life.

Details

M.O. Campbell Education Center, 1865 Aldine Bender Rd.
Thursday, October 7
Breakout Sessions — 5:30-6:20 p.m. and 6:30-7:20 p.m.

East Concessions
Aldine ISD Transition Specialist
What options are available for my special needs child after graduation? If you haven’t started by the age of 5, you are running out of time.

West Concessions
Carly B. Gilson, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Special Education
Texas A&M Aggie Achieve Program Overview

Theater
Bryan Smith, Special Care Planner Financial Advisor
ChSNC MassMutual Greater Houston
How caregivers can secure the future of their dependents with special needs.

Room 104
Consuelo Martínez
The Harris Center Intellectual Disabilities and Autism Services

Vender Tables
5 p.m.-7:30 p.m. | MOC Foyer (2nd Floor)
Colleges, Vocational Programs, Lane School, Agencies, Day Habs, and Many More.

The Aldine ISD Special Education Department is hosting the Transition Expo on October 7. For more information, contact Program Director Brittany Edwards at (281) 985-6617 or via email at [email protected].

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