CLIU Transition Tuesday Tidbits
May 2023
2023 Next Step Transition Resource Fair
Over 170 students from our local districts were able to be provided with information on educational programs, community service providers, employment options, transportation resources, and other services available to them or their students as they plan for their future after high school. Students had the opportunity to speak directly to colleges, technical schools, and community service providers, hear presentations from: local colleges and providers on their program offerings, as well as listen to student guest speakers who will share their experiences regarding college, employment, and how planning their transition has benefitted them in their education and career goals.
Vendor Fair
Next Step Transition Resource Fair 2023
Vendor Fair
Guest Speakers: Connor Archer/ Ben Hartranft
Connor Archer was the opening speaker at the Next Step Transition Resource Fair. During his presentation, Connor spoke about his role as founder of The Courageous Steps Project in 2014. He also shared his story of learning to live with the challenges of Autism, a disorder that impacts your language and social skills. The Courageous Steps Project, is a non-profit organization whose mission strives to support children and young adults with various abilities and challenges. It channels resources to enhance their success in school and in life. Their vision is to help people of various abilities step courageously beyond obstacles and towards a fulfilling life.
For more information on Connor check out: https://www.thecourageousstepsproject.org/
Ben Hartranft was the closing speaker for the fair. It was immediately apparent to the crowd that his energy is unmatched. As an adult with Autism, he is now living his dream by speaking at schools, businesses and organizations sharing his story of how inclusion and kindness has shaped his life with autism. He wants everyone to know that one person can change the world. Ben helps raise money for autism awareness though the Eagles Autism Challenge and has been featured on both Ellen DeGeneres and The Price is Right.
For more information on Ben check out: https://www.benergy1.com/
Transition Consultant- Kendyle Mills
Email: millsk1@cliu.org
Website: cliu.org
Location: 4210 Independence Drive, Schnecksville, PA, USA
Phone: 610-769-4111