Self-Advocacy Techniques
Where can you purchase accessible devices such as magnifiers, braille labels, etc?
SMARTLIFE
What are SMART goals used for?
Goal-setting
When is it okay to write INFORMALLY?
When communicating with friends or family, not in a professional setting.
The months SCORE applications are open
December to april.
What are extracurricular activities and why are they important?
Activities that students participate in outside of regular school hours. They are important because they help develop skills and provide opportunities to explore interests and build a well-rounded character.
Where is the best place to sit in your classroom?
Wherever you feel most comfortable. It is okay to sit with your friends. You don’t need to be separate from the others in your class.
What does the S in SMART stand for and what is a question you might ask when using this to draft your goal?
Specific: Five W's
What is the purpose of the subject line?
To let the recipient know what the email is about and to make it easy for them to find the email again.
Ages eligible to apply to score
16+ (end of grade 10)
Name two extracurricular activities a high school student may participate in.
Sports, clubs, music, arts, community service, etc.
If your high school had purchased technology for you, you CAN bring this technology with you to post-secondary. True or False?
False. The technology has to stay with your school board
What does being proactive mean?
Planning and having some control over what happens to us
What should be included in a professional email address?
Your name (full name, initials, first name & last initial or vice versa) and some numbers if needed.
SCORE program is recommended for students who are what?
considering post secondary education (university, college, apprenticeship)
Name three reasons you may want to volunteer during high school
Gain experience, make connections (network), explore career interests, develop skills, etc.
Who should you contact when trying to access services in post-secondary?
Accessibility Services
Why is it important to share a goal with someone
You are more likely to follow through and have the support needed to complete it.
When is it okay to share group photos with friends and family on social media?
After asking permission to post the photo
One of the excursions the past SCORE participants mentioned
Niagara Falls, dragon boating, Medieval Times, Kensington Market, etc.
Why is it important to carefully choose your high school electives credits
To ensure you have the requirements to follow your post-secondary goals.
When should you contact accessibility services for post secondary education?
As soon as you register for post-secondary school and continue to follow up.
What Rhonda thinks is the most important thing in setting goals.
Know what your motivation is
Language used, a letter change in the email, unexpected notifications (you have a package coming).
The purpose of the Project Food program at SCORE
Providing a meal for the group and developing skills such as teamwork
Is it okay to take pictures and use recorders in a classroom?
Yes, but only if you ask permission from the teacher.