Transition seminar for high school students with disabilities
The 2019 Program on July 9-12, 2019 at the University of Montana in Missoula.
What is Movin' On in Montana?
- It's a free summer program!
- Stay on campus for 3 nights in a residence hall and eat in a dining hall.
- Take campus tours.
- Attend a college lecture and class.
- Learn about resources for students.
- Practice self-advocacy and communication skills.
- Learn about your rights and responsibilities as a college student with disability.
- Participate in fun recreation and community actives.
- Career exploration.
- Learn about 2-year and 4-year college options in Montana.
- Talk to current college students.
Movin’ On in Montana Club is a new project working in collaboration with the summer program to create more opportunities for students with disabilities to explore post-secondary education. The club will run from January, 2019 to August, 2019. Eligible students may participate in both the club and the summer program.
What will students do in the Movin’ On in Montana Club?
What will students do in the Movin’ On in Montana Club?
- Get to know current University of Montana student mentors
- Monthly club meetings/activities through face-to-face seminars, video conferencing and a closed social media account
- Help plan club and summer program activities
- Develop leadership and advocacy skills
- Connect with students across Montana
