IEP /
Disability Awareness
Disability Awareness
What does IEP stand for?
What is an Individualized Education Plan
What does Self-Advocacy mean?
What is a letter of reference/recommendation?
What is a document that endorses an individual's capabilities, character traits, and the overall quality of their work.
What is a resume and why do you need one?
It shows a future employer what you have done in the past. It details your skills and training, work experience, and education, and, most importantly, the accomplishments you have made with past employers.
Your car breaks down on I-95. What do you do?
What is... you call a family member or friend to pick you up, call a tow truck or AAA, and/or call your insurance.
List two accommodations on your IEP
What is....
The term "accommodation" may be used to describe an alteration of the environment, curriculum format, or equipment that allows an individual with a disability to gain access to content and/or complete assigned tasks.
You meet with your school counselor to work on your 5-year plan. She signs you up for the Advanced Grape Jelly Making class. You have no interest in the class. You start to get upset. What do you do and how many credits do you need to graduate?
You calmly explain to the counselor that you are interested in a different class and asked for the schedule to be changed. 22 credits are needed for graduation.
True or False: An IEP can come with you to college.
What is False: a 504 can come with you to college. Your IEP can be used to help create a 504 plan.
How do you apply for a job at Market Basket?
What is
1. Download and print the application
2. Submit the filled-out application to the nearest Market Basket.
True or False: You should write a thank you note/letter/email after a job interview.
What is... True! Why?
List 3 accommodations in your IEP
What is....
The term "accommodation" may be used to describe an alteration of the environment, curriculum format, or equipment that allows an individual with a disability to gain access to content and/or complete assigned tasks.
You didn't finish your test and you have extended time. Your teacher forgot to give it you. What do you do?
What is self-advocate? You remind the teacher about your extended time accommodation and ask if you can finish it next class or in Academic Skills.
What is Naviance?
Naviance is a comprehensive K-12 college and career readiness platform that enables self-discovery, career exploration, academic planning, and college preparation for millions of students across all ages and around the globe.
Name three people you can ask for a letter of reference and explain why you chose them.
What is...
You just got a "brand new to you" 2014 orange PT Cruiser. Your family is not paying for it. You need to get insurance. What do you do and what information do you need?
What is... your driver's license, social security information, bank information, and vehicle information. You can apply online or call a car insurance company.
What is the difference between an IEP and a 504 plan?
What is....
Both plans provide accommodations, but only an IEP provides specialized instruction in an Academic Skills classroom. An IEP is for K-12 schools only and expires when you are 21.
You are out sick for four days. How can you self-advocate for yourself?
Email your teachers to collect the work you missed. Work on what you can. When you return make a plan with your CC to complete the remaining work.
You decide you want to become a UPS driver, but find out you need a specific certification. What do you do?
What is either google how to get the certification and follow the steps or go into a UPS store and talk to someone who has experience in the area who can give you advice.
What needs to be included in a resume?
What is-Name, Contact Information, Prior Job Experiences, Education, Skill Set, Certifications, Community Involvement, Volunteering, etc.
You need to schedule a doctor's appointment because your ear is turning green. What do you and what information do you need to bring with you?
Call the doctor's office to schedule an appointment. Bring your insurance card and money/debit card with you to pay for the appointment.
List at least 4 sections of your IEP
What are Present Levels, Special Factors, Transition, Transition Services, Annual Goals, Services, Justification for Non-Participation/State and District Assessments, Accommodations, Extended School Year, Signature Pages
Your dog, Chicken Nugget, died unexpectedly on Sunday night and you were at the vet all day Saturday with him. Monday you have a math test, vocab homework due, and research due for Medieval Europe. Tuesday you have a quiz in Chemistry. What do you do?
You self-advocate for yourself. Email and/or talk to all your teachers. Work with Ms. Liff or Mrs. B. to make a plan.
What is the difference between an Associates' degree, Bachelor's degree, and a Master's degree?
What is...
An Associates' degree takes 2 years to obtain, a Bachelor's takes 4, and a Master's takes an additional 1-3 years.
You want to apply for a job at Canobie Lake Park. You turn in your resume and you are called for an interview. What do you need to bring and what are you going to wear?
What is... your bring your resume and letters of recommendation and dress in business-casual attire.
How do you sign up to vote? What are the requirements for voting?
What is... a person must be 18, a US citizen, and must live in the town where they vote.
When you register to vote in NH, you need a driver's license/non-driver ID and a birth certificate or US Passport. You can register at your local town hall or even at the voting booth on election day!