- Instructor: TNSTEP
Categories: Webinar
This webinar is designed for families, caregivers, and educators of children and youth with disabilities to gain an understanding of how to create and cultivate programs to assist students with disabilities in finding meaningful employment after high school. Participants will hear firsthand how each of these programs has had a positive impact on students’ and families’ lives, and how they have benefited the communities they serve. Attendees will learn about program successes, along with tips to overcome barriers and strategies to develop high-quality and sustainable initiatives.
Presenters:
- Tyler Lisowski, M.Ed. Teacher, Community-Based Transition Program, Metro-Nashville Public Schools
- Bradi Hays, Smith County Schools, IEP Transition Coordinator, School-Based Enterprise, Upper Cumberland Work-Based Learning, LEAD
- Vanessa Johnson, Putnam County Schools Independence Program
Moderator:
- Joey Ellis, TNSTEP Director of Youth Services
Click here to review the recording
Presentation and Handouts
- Lunchtime Leaders Webinar PPT 4-14-20
- CBTP STEP Lunchtime Leaders Webinar amended 4-14-20
- Websites and Contact Information for Lunchtime Leader Webinar 4-14-20
TNSTEP Lunchtime Leaders Webinar Recorded: 04/14/2020
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