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October 18, 2012

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College Living Experience

Austin, TX ~ Costa Mesa, CA ~ Denver, CO

Ft. Lauderdale, FL ~ Monterey, CA ~ Washington, DC

October 2012

In This Issue: All about Transitions

Transitions: A Holistic ApproachThe Journey into the World of WorkCLE Student Excels on Panel at the Teens' Transition to Life Summit

CLE Ft. Lauderdale Hosts an Open House!

CLE Ft. Lauderdale staff and students invite you to our center to learn more about how you can make the transition to independent adulthood with CLE.

Date: November 3, 2012

Time: 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

CLE Ft. Lauderdale

6555 Nova Drive

Suite 300

Davie, FL 33317

Click here to get more details and RSVP!

Transitions: A Holistic Approach

Change is hard. Although change is one fact of life on which we can always count, that does not make the transition from the comfortable and familiar to that which is new and scary any easier. This is true for people of all different backgrounds and personalities, and can be especially true for individuals with disabilities.

For many young adults, going to college is an exciting next step in their educational and life journey. It is a time when the young adult gets to take a step forward in making day-to-day decisions while their parents begin to take a step back. It is often a surprise, though, for students who are entering post-secondary life excited about the chance to be an independent adult to find out just how challenging all of the responsibilities of living independently can be.

Continue reading to get more transition resources and information about holistic transition planning.

The Journey into the World of Work

Mathew came to CLE Rockville two years ago after struggling at a university close to home. It wasn't that Mat lacked the ability to do the work; it was that he was unable to manage his time and duties while living on his own. Mat has come a long way in two years and now, on the verge of completing his associate's degree, he begins his transition into the world of work.

Currently, Mat lives in his own apartment, takes classes on the Rockville campus of Montgomery College, and has earned a paid internship with the Department of Finance for Montgomery County in Rockville, MD. Mat is lucky; his internship, classes and apartment are all within walking distance of CLE.

Continue reading about Mat's internship application process and his journey to the work world.

CLE Student Excels on Panel at the Teens' Transition to Life Summit

At the recent Teens' Transition to Life Summit, CLE Ft. Lauderdale student, , had the opportunity to discuss her own transition to life after high school with local teens, community members, and disability service providers in Broward County, Florida.

The Transition to Life Summit, an annual community event for parents and students with disabilities, was an opportunity for everyone to get the inside scoop about what is really important to Sam and her peers. Sam was also able to be a role model for area high school students with disabilities, and help them learn about what is possible for them in the future.

Read on to learn about Sam's prep and performance at the Teens' Transition to Life Summit!

Celebrating Success for the Future with a Degree in Hand

When CLE Denver student, Caroline, was asked about the transition to life after CLE, she stated that it will be "pretty exciting." "I have mixed feelings as I have made a lot of friends with students at CLE and outside of CLE, as well as meaningful relationships with staff. However, I am excited to move on," says Caroline.

Caroline is now preparing for the transition back to her home state of California. During her time at CLE Denver, Caroline has earned a certificate from Griffith Technical College in Culinary Arts, and inDecember, she will earn her AA degree in Applied Science from the Community College of Denver.

Continue reading about Caroline's transition plan to life after CLE.

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Transition Resources

Here are

three great resources

for students transitioning to life after high school!

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to learn how CLE can help you achieve your post-secondary goals.

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