[Ohio-Talk] Fwd: [Chapter-Presidents] Fwd: FW: CCB 2020 Virtual Summer Sessions - Registration Now Open
Suzanne Turner
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Mon Jun 8 18:54:22 UTC 2020
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> From: Dan Burke via Chapter-Presidents <chapter-presidents at nfbnet.org>
> Date: June 8, 2020 at 2:46:30 PM EDT
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> Cc: Dan Burke <burke.dall at gmail.com>
> Subject: [Chapter-Presidents] Fwd: FW: CCB 2020 Virtual Summer Sessions - Registration Now Open
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> FYI -
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> Colorado Center for the Blind
>
> Take Charge with Confidence and Self-Reliance
>
> Greetings:
>
> We’re going virtual for 2020 on the Zoom platform! And although it
> will be a different version of our typical face-to-face Summer
> Programs for youth, this will be a series of virtual sessions blind
> youth will not want to miss.
>
> If you know a blind youth between the ages of 13 and 21, please
> forward this message to them. And if you are a blind youth, read on!
>
> Starting on Tuesday, June 16 and continuing through Thursday, July 30
> (excluding the week of July 13, when the National Federation of the
> Blind’s 2020 Convention will be held virtually), the Colorado Center
> for the Blind will provide interactive, hands-on, skill building
> sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:00 – 3:30 pm MDT. The 12
> sessions will be split up into 4 categories: Self-Advocacy, STEM,
> College Readiness and Employment. The Self-Advocacy and STEM workshops
> will be 2 sessions each, and the College Readiness and Employment
> workshops will be 4 sessions each.
>
> We are thrilled to be offering this opportunity to blind students ages
> 13 to 21. All courses will be free. Pre-registration is
> required<https://cocenter.org/wp-content/plugins/civicrm/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=732&qid=67033>.
> If you are interested in participating or would like additional
> information, please contact Martin Becerra-Miranda at
> mbecerra at cocenter.org.
>
> Be sure to register
> here!<https://cocenter.org/wp-content/plugins/civicrm/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=732&qid=67033>
>
> Self-Advocacy 101
>
> The Colorado Center for the Blind presents “Self-Advocacy 101”, a
> 2-part virtual workshop to be held on the dates of June 16 & 18 from
> 2:00 – 3:30 pm MDT.
>
> The goal of Self-Advocacy 101 is to share tools and techniques that
> will assist students to understand their strengths and weaknesses;
> identify and understand how blindness impacts them and what
> adjustments they must make in order to be on an equal footing with
> sighted peers; and to develop their individual methods for
> communicating these necessary adjustments in academic, social, home
> and vocational environments. We know that creativity is at the core of
> self-advocacy. More times than not advocating for ourselves begins by
> identifying a challenge we are facing. In an ideal world this is
> promptly followed by those in charge offering a solution to said
> challenge. However, as many of our students know all too well, this is
> not always the case, especially when it comes to the reasonable
> accommodations necessary for blind students to have access to
> materials and stay on track with their peers.
>
> Items that will be addressed during this 2-part workshop include but
> are not limited to:
>
> * What is self-advocacy?
> * What types of challenges require me to advocate for myself?
> * How do I know what my strengths and weaknesses are?
> * How can I use my strengths to help address these challenges?
> * How do I know what I need to address and overcome these challenges?
> * How do I convey what I need for access in an effective manner?
> * Students will observe a variety of self-advocacy scenarios.
> * Students will identify Dos and Don’ts of self-advocacy.
> * Students will participate in self-advocacy role-play situations.
> * Students will find and implement creative solutions to everyday
> challenges.
> * Students will learn about benefits of self-advocacy, e.g.
> heightened sense of self-awareness and higher self-confidence.
> * Students will learn about the important role of advocating for
> legislation to ensure equal access and opportunity.
>
> STEM: A Hands-On Approach
>
> The Colorado Center for the Blind presents “STEM: A Hands-On
> Approach”, a 2-part virtual workshop to be held on the dates of June
> 23 & 25 from 2:00 – 3:30 pm MDT.
>
> The goal of STEM: A Hands-On Approach is to provide students an
> opportunity to participate in hands-on STEM focused experiences that
> will allow them to explore and assess their interest in these fields.
> These activities can help students identify new career options and
> potentially reinforce a student’s interest in pursuing a career in a
> STEM field.
>
> Items that will be addressed during this 2-part workshop include but
> are not limited to:
>
> * What is STEM?
> * What types of jobs/occupations fall under STEM fields?
> * How can I assess my interest in STEM?
> * How accessible are STEM courses in college?
> * A blind Chemistry major at the Metropolitan State University of
> Denver will share her experiences and will lead an activity for all to
> participate in.
> * Students will hear from a member of the Science and Engineering
> Division of the National Federation of the Blind.
>
> College Readiness: Whether Virtual or in-Person
>
> The Colorado Center for the Blind presents “College Readiness: Whether
> Virtual or in-Person”, a 4-part virtual workshop to be held on the
> dates of June 30, July 2, 7 & 9 from 2:00 – 3:30 pm MDT.
>
> Going to college is a big step for every young person. For most, it
> means living on your own for the first time in a dorm, picking a major
> in a subject you feel passionate about and maybe staying up as late as
> you want. This fall, it may mean more online courses or only online
> courses in this era of social distancing. For blind students moving
> from high school to college, it means no more IEP or 504 meetings, no
> more technology provided by the school and a number of other things.
> But it also means exciting opportunities, new friends and new
> adventures to go along with new responsibilities to know your civil
> rights as a blind student, how to advocate for them effectively and
> what to do when you do everything right and still things go wrong.
>
> Items that will be addressed during this 4-part workshop include but
> are not limited to:
>
> * Didn’t the ADA fix everything? Your civil rights to access and
> how advocacy, grit and resilience are essential tools for success. And
> don’t forget help from the National Federation of the Blind, if
> necessary.
> * Should the Disability Access Office do it, or can you? How to
> find your own accessible textbooks and other independent strategies.
> * Traveling independently to class, the dining hall, the gym, and
> the best coffee stands.
> * Is it inaccessible, or is it your tech skills? Some tips and
> strategies for making the most of the e-learning environment.
> * Who is paying for this? Vocational Rehabilitation, Financial
> Aid, scholarships and more.
> * So, what kinds of majors can blind people do? Choosing your path
> based on aptitude and passion, not pathology.
>
> Employment: Disabilities and the New Workplace Landscape
>
> The Colorado Center for the Blind presents “Employment: Disabilities
> and the New Workplace Landscape”, a 4-part virtual workshop to be held
> on the dates of July 21, 23, 28 & 30 from 2:00 – 3:30 pm MDT.
>
> This 4-part course is designed to prepare students to enter the
> working world. Learn about choosing a career path, building resumes,
> searching for jobs and hear from successfully employed blind
> individuals. Participants will also have the chance to talk with
> employers to improve interviewing skills.
>
> Part I: Professional Presentation
>
> Are first impressions really everything? This session will examine the
> role of dress, verbal communication and nonverbal communication in an
> employer’s perception of a job candidate. The goal of this workshop is
> to help participants understand how to make a good impression on
> potential employers. Students will also understand how to conduct
> themselves in business settings.
>
> This session will answer questions such as:
>
> * What should I wear to the interview and on the job?
> * Do my words clearly convey what I want to say?
> * What is nonverbal communication and why is it important?
>
> Part II: Exploring Career Options
>
> “What do I want to be when I grow up” is a question we are asked many
> times, but we often don’t have the answer. In this session, we will
> discuss choosing a career path, finding job leads and landing your
> first job. The goal of this workshop is to teach participants to use
> various resources to choose a career, set appropriate vocational goals
> and leverage networking opportunities and other resources to get a
> job.
>
> This session will answer questions such as:
>
> * How do I know what job is right for me?
> * Where do I find out about job openings?
> * How do I get my foot in the door?
>
> Part III: Your Resume, Your Story
>
> How do I sell myself on paper? In this session, we will discuss
> different ways of applying for jobs and the documents every job seeker
> should be able to complete. The goal of this workshop is to teach
> participants to complete applications, build resumes and write
> effective cover letters to assist them in the job hunt.
>
> This session will answer questions such as:
>
> * Does my resume serve as my online application?
> * How do I create a resume that highlights my skills and talents?
> * Do I need a cover letter?
>
> Part IV: The Interview
>
> Interviewing is one of the most daunting parts of job seeking. In this
> session, we will share tips for interviewing successfully and offer
> interview practice. The goal of this workshop is to make participants
> feel more comfortable with the interview process by having knowledge
> of what to expect, knowing how to prepare and practicing interview
> skills with real employers.
>
> This session will answer questions such as:
>
> * How do I prepare for the interview?
> * What are they going to ask me?
> * How should I answer these questions?
>
> Don’t forget to
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> --
> Dan Burke
>
> National Federation of the Blind of Colorado Legislative Coordinator
>
> President, NFB of Denver
>
> "Blindness is not what holds you back. You can live the life you want!"
>
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