1. Centers Hatching Initiative for
Realizing Potential
Funded by RSA

2. CURRENTS
CHIRP Project
Goals
Training Process
Materials
Evaluations
Housekeeping
Introductions

4. “We know that communication is a problem, but the company is not going to discuss it with the employees."  
(Switching supervisor, AT&T Long Lines Division)

5. University of Arkansas CURRENTS
CURRENTS - Center for the Utilization of Rehabilitation Resources for Education, Networking, Training, and Service
We serve Region 6 though our various grants
Arkansas
Louisiana
New Mexico
Oklahoma
Texas
IL Net Independent Living Program serves Regions 6 & 8

6. The Basics – CURRENTS LEADERSHIP Customer SUPPORT
A values-based skill set that includes systems thinking, ethics guided decision making, creative problem solving, and responsible stewardship of Rehabilitation and Independent Living.
Customer SUPPORT
Activities and products designed to assist Region VI customers in creating and or maintaining a comprehensive system of programs and personnel development.

7. The Basics – CURRENTS www.rcep6.org RESPONSIVENESS TECHNOLOGY
Activities and products designed in response to customer feedback, specific requests, and emerging trends in the fields of rehabilitation and independent living.
TECHNOLOGY
The application of existing and emerging technologies to enhance productivity and effectiveness of our customers.

8. The Team
Carri George Julie Ballinger
MeShelle Lincks

9. “It takes a village to raise a child.” PROJECT GOALS
By focusing on the common goal of successfully transitioning young people with disabilities to adult roles in their communities we will:
Improve cooperative working relationships between CILs, the SILC, the DSU and other relevant agencies in the State of Texas
Develop tools, techniques and strategies for CILs to add value to transition services in the State of Texas.
Build communities of support for youth in transition by strengthening collaboration.
Develop evidence-based practices for replication across the country.

11. Year 1 Think Tank Developed Curriculum
Collaboration with the Voc Rehab Program
How CILs can add value to the Youth Transition
Begin visioning and strategic planning
Texas Incubator Group Reviewed Curriculum
Begin Round I Training with Pilot CILs
CBCIL – September 2006

12. Year 2 Complete Training with Pilot CILs
PILC – December 2006
ARCIL – January 2007
Think Tank, Texas Incubator & Pilot CILs provide feedback
Then we do Round I Training with rest of the Texas CIL
Pilot CILs assist and support

13. Year 3
Using the input & evaluation process (Think Tank, Texas Incubator, and Pilot CILs) will develop Round II Training
Marketing and Consultant Skills
Youth Self-Direction Skills
Do Round II Training
Pilot CILs
Rest of Texas CILs

14. Year 4 & 5 Evaluate project goal attainment Provide TA as needed
Think Tank will provide peer mentoring to other states
Texas CILs will peer mentor in the IL Net / APRIL Peer Mentoring Program
Web-based training and resources available

15. Goals for this training
Round I
Goals
for this
training

16. Focusing on Transition of Youth From School To Adult Roles
CIL and VR staff = Collaboration
Develop vision & plan contributions = Adding value to youth transition process
Prepare take the lead in bringing other collaborators to the table
Why only CIL and VR Staff in this training?
Understand the Texas structure & legislative requirements of education transition services.

17. How Will We Accomplish These Goals?

18. Training Process Begin Collaboration Process Develop a Common Vision
Texas Youth Transition Vital Information
Examine Presents Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats
Define Your Unique Role in Youth Transitioning
Begin Strategic Planning to Achieve Your Vision

19. Handouts – Printed Materials and CD Evaluations – very important!
Housekeeping
Bathrooms
Snacks and Lunch
Introductions
Let’s Begin!