Tuesday, June 4, 2019

College Prep Summer Program- Jeff State Community College

Al. Dept of Rehab Services is again sponsoring The College Prep Summer Experience program. The program,that has since been replicated in Montgomery, Mobile, Tuscaloosa, and Huntsville, simulates a true college experience for participants.The purpose of the program is to help students with disabilities prepare for the post-secondary environment through the development of study strategies, use of technology, exposure to the college environment including classrooms and guest lecturers. In addition, students are taught the importance of self-advocacy skills and the differences between high school and college responsibilities.
Chris Moore speaks to the students about how he overcame his reading disability to become a successful teacher and musician.