Information Presentation #2 Going To College With An Individualized Education Plan (IEP)

The A-G vs. Graduation Requirements A-G 4 years English 2 years History/Social Science (World/US) 3 years Math (4 preferred) –Algebra1, Geometry, Algebra 2 2 years lab science (3 years preferred) –Minimum of Biology and Chemistry/Physics 2 years foreign language (3 preferred) 1 year visual/performing art 1 year college prep elective High School Graduation 4 years English 3 years History/Social Science (World/US/Econ-Gov) 2 years math –Minimum of Algebra 1 and Geometry 2 years of science (biological/physical) 1 year of visual/performing arts 1 semester health 2 years physical education 1 semester career prep General electives = 70 credits Total = 220 credits

Going To College So, you’ve been told it’s time to start thinking about college. But where do you start? Google? Your parents? Your IEP team? Your counselors? Those are all great resources, but the best place to start is:

Going To College –It’s all about YOU –Learn about YOUR disability and set some goals –Knowing YOURSELF will help you choose a major and a career path, which will ultimately help YOU find the right college for YOU.

Who Are YOU? YOUR learning style – Find out how you learn best. Knowing YOUR strengths – Figure out your strengths. Everyone has strengths, but sometimes it can be hard to discover them.

Who Are YOU? (cont’d) Exploring YOUR interests – Investigate your interests. Determine what you like to do, what holds your attention and areas in which you have a passion. Accepting YOUR disability – Learn more about your disability, how to make sense of your documentation and to accept differences in yourself and others. Read about famous people with disabilities and find out how they use their strengths in their careers.

Who Are YOU? (cont’d) Setting YOUR goals – Make a plan to accomplish your goals. Sometimes large goals can seem overwhelming. Learn how to take a goal, break it into smaller steps and achieve your objectives. YOUR advocacy plan – Learn how to speak up for what you want in an effective way. This skill is important to have in college because you are ultimately in charge of your education and will need to communicate with faculty, advisers and college personnel.

Choosing the College That’s Right for You Talk with people who know you best and who have graduated from college (e.g., parents, siblings, teachers). Meet with your guidance counselor to help you explore options. Review college catalogs. Research individual college information online. Attend college fairs at your high school or in the community.

Choosing the College That’s Right for You Visit the college campuses you are most interested in or take a virtual tour on a college’s Web site if you aren’t able to visit all of your choices. Contact the admissions office of the college you are interested in attending. Talk to students with disabilities who are currently enrolled at college.

Other Important Information Waivers and substitutions: Are there written policies and procedures for course waivers and substitutions? If so, what kind of documentation is required? Course load and graduation time: Is priority registration available for students with disabilities? Is it possible to maintain a reduced course load?

Other Important Information (Cont’d) Student groups: Are there specific groups that are designed to assist students with disabilities to network with other students on campus? Are there student leadership/mentoring programs to help students feel connected with other students on campus? Supports services: What support services are available to all students? Does the campus have support services specifically for students with your disability?

Other Important Information (Cont’d) Student groups: Are there specific groups that are designed to assist students with disabilities to network with other students on campus? Are there student leadership/mentoring programs to help students feel connected with other students on campus? Supports services: What support services are available to all students? Does the campus have support services specifically for students with your disability?

Community Colleges in Our Area Glendale Community College

Community Colleges in Our Area Pasadena City College: