Accessibility in College After High School: Knowing Needs & Understanding the Process (4/15/24)

There are a lot of unknowns when making the transition from high school to college. This presentation hopes to reduce some of the mystery as it relates to receiving services for students with disabilities. We will review the differences between accommodations in high school and college as well as general processes and best practices for pursuing access.
Presenters:
Marie Frietze, ADA Resource Coordinator. Marie started her career as a middle school teacher. Her career journey has taken her through various positions serving students with disabilities of all ages. Marie also has graduate education in clinical mental health counseling. Currently, Marie advises students at the Community College of Vermont and serves as CCV’s statewide ADA Resource Coordinator.
Angie Albeck, Associate Dean of Students. Angie has worked in accessibility services at the Community College of Vermont for 16 years, first as an academic advisor/accessibility coordinator, and currently as the ADA/504 compliance officer.