Grades 11 & 12
The S.O.A.R. Post-Secondary program is a small-group, self-advocacy and coping skills program for students in grades 11-12 with a diagnosed, identified, or suspected learning disability. This program, accompanied by a series of caregiver workshops, aims to ease the transition to post-secondary by equipping students with the necessary skills to navigate their new school environment and advocate for their learning needs, thus fostering strong socio-emotional skills to set them up for success.
In S.O.A.R. Post-Secondary, participants work on identifying their individual strengths and areas of improvement, communicating their needs, and developing strategies to prepare for a positive transition to post-secondary. Sessions are taught using a combination of discussion, instruction, and engaging activities.
Program Coordinator: Paige Vaccarella | pvacarrella@Ldaniagara.org
Cost: Free pilot program!
Fees subject to change.
*WINTER APPLICATIONS OPEN ON NOVEMBER 23rd AT 6:00 AM*
Winter 2021 Schedule
Dates: February 9th – April 8th*
Time: 6:00 – 7:30 pm (Tuesdays (Students) and Thursdays (Caregivers))**
Location: Online (via Microsoft Teams)***
Duration: 8 weeks
** Program will not run the week of March 15 – 19 (March Break)
*** In order to participate, participants must have access to a working device (e.g., computer, tablet, etc.) with microphone, camera, and internet connectivity.
Student Weekly Schedule
| Date | Topic |
|---|---|
| Tuesday, February 9 | Introduction |
| Tuesday, February 16 | Accommodations at Post-Secondary |
| Tuesday, February 23 | Strengths and Needs |
| Tuesday, March 2 | Self-Advocacy at Post-Secondary |
| Tuesday, March 9 | Study and Organization Techniques |
| Tuesday, March 23 | Managing and Coping with Stress |
| Tuesday, March 30 | Resources Available at Post-Secondary |
| Tuesday, April 6 | Wrap-up |
Caregiver Weekly Schedule
| Date | Topic |
|---|---|
| Wednesday, February 3 | The Science Behind LDs |
| Thursday, February 4 | Open Discussion |
| Thursday, February 11 | Psychological Assessments |
| Thursday, February 25 | Assistive Technology at Post-Secondary |
| Wednesday, March 3 | How your Role as an Advocate will Change |
| Thursday, March 4 | Open Discussion |
| Thursday, March 11 | Open Discussion |
| Thursday, March 25 | Supporting your Child’s Mental Health |
| Thursday, April 1 | Open Discussion |
| Wednesday, April 7 | Unlocking Creative Potential |
This project is generously funded by:
