In this series of videos, former Associate Dean of Student Support Services Susan Woods answers questions for students and parents preparing for the transition from high school to college. Here she takes a moment to discuss some tips on preparing for independence.Interested in seeing more from Susan? Subscribe to our Youtube channel for the full Spectrum Q & A series, or watch these videos on assessing disability services offices and student self-assessment.
Spectrum Q & A With College Transition Consultant Susan Woods: Preparing for Independence
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Susan Woods, M. Ed, recently retired as Associate Dean of Student Support Services at Middlesex Community College after 27 years. Susan managed the college's Disability Support Services, supporting 1000 students with documented disabilities, as well as alternative and grant funded support programs. Susan has regularly provided training and workshops to faculty and staff on creating welcoming and inclusive environments and universal design for instruction. Her work now focuses on professional development and training to high school personnel and families to help support the successful transition to college for students with disabilities. Her professional development website is www.susanbwoods.com .
Originally published on Stairway to STEM by Susan Woods
At a Glance
- How should families navigate the transition from HS to college with their autistic student?
- Steps to take now for increased self-advocacy and for encouraging internal motivation.
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