[Ohio-Talk] Governor's Office Press Release

Fri Aug 26 01:35:21 UTC 2022

Wow, this is very good news. I had already planned on speaking to my VR
councilor next week, so I will be sure to inquire further on this support
award.

On Thu, Aug 25, 2022 at 2:09 PM Richard Payne via Ohio-Talk <
ohio-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:

> All:
>
> This is information that I received about this please let us know if you
> have any questions that we may assist with off list.
>
>
> Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) College Support Award
> August 24, 2022
>
> We are pleased to announce that we will be investing additional funding to
> increase and expand our support for college students with disabilities for
> the 2022-2023 academic year.
>
> Why is OOD making these awards available to college students?
> •       To provide additional financial support to college students with
> disabilities toward their educational expenses, regardless of financial
> needs testing.
> •       To increase the number of college students with disabilities that
> OOD serves by broadening the support that can be provided.
> •       To increase engagement with current college students served by OOD
> who wouldn’t typically qualify for financial assistance.
>
> Who is eligible for an award?
> •       College students enrolled in a 2-year, 4-year, or master’s degree
> program with a signed Individualized Plan for Employment could qualify for
> an award.  This award is not limited to students participating in Ohio
> College2Careers.
>
> What postsecondary expenses can the award support?
> •       Each student may receive up to $500 per semester (for a maximum of
> $1,000 for this academic year) for tuition expenses, regardless of
> financial need (i.e., EFC).   The award shall be paid directly to the
> school using the customary authorization process.
> •       If tuition and fees are fully covered by comparable benefits
> (e.g., grants, scholarships) then the award may be used for any remaining
> allowable educational expenses (e.g., books, supplies, required technology,
> etc. - see OOD Policy Postsecondary Training Procedure 80-VR-11-05 found
> here).
> •       All college students served must complete a Free Application for
> Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and provide the Student Aid Report (SAR) to OOD
> per OOD’s Training Rule to be eligible for an award.
>
> Additional Information
> •       This award is for the 2022-2023 academic year. These funds may not
> be used for expenses incurred in a previous or future academic year.
> •       The maximum award amount is $1,000 for the 2022-2023 academic year
> (Fall 2022-Summer 2023).  If a student attends two terms or semesters, then
> the award would be $500 per term. If the student attends three terms, then
> the award would be $333.33 per term, and so on.
> •       The tuition amount to be considered is based on the Least Cost
> school’s tuition per OOD Policy 80-VR-11-05.
> •       All postsecondary training requirements and documentation (OOD
> Policy 80-VR-11-05) must be met by the student (e.g., participation,
> attendance, grade, financial).
>
> Richard Payne,  President
> National Federation of the Blind of Ohio
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> Rchpay7 at gmail.com
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> -----Original Message-----
> From: Ohio-Talk <ohio-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Eric Duffy
> via Ohio-Talk
> Sent: Wednesday, August 24, 2022 10:55 AM
> To: NFB of Ohio Announcement and Discussion List <ohio-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Eric Duffy <peduffy63 at gmail.com>
> Subject: [Ohio-Talk] Governor's Office Press Release
>
> I have no additional information other than what is pasted below.
>
>
>
>
> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
> August 24, 2022
>
> MEDIA CONTACTS:
> Dan Tierney (Governor): 614-644-0957
> Kim Jump (OOD): 614-623-2209
> Jeff Robinson (Higher Ed): 614-752-9487
>
>
> Governor DeWine Announces $2 Million Additional Support for College
> Students with Disabilities
>
> (COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced today that he is
> investing an additional $2.1 million to assist Ohio college students with
> disabilities.
>
> Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) will provide all
> eligible college students with disabilities up to $1000, while
> participating in OOD services, to be used for tuition or educational
> expenses during the 2022-2023 school year.
>
> “Higher education and a successful future should be available for all
> students,” said Governor DeWine. “By supporting college students with
> disabilities through services from OOD and its partners, they are afforded
> a greater opportunity of success as they transition from academic life to
> in-demand careers.”
>
> Beginning with support in the state’s budget in 2019, OOD launched Ohio
> College2Careers <
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> their degree and/or credential, earn higher wages, and meet the demands of
> tomorrow’s labor market.
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> To qualify for financial support from OOD, college students with
> disabilities must apply and be eligible for OOD services. The student and
> family must also complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid
> (FAFSA®) form. OOD will support eligible students with disabilities, in
> two-year, four-year, and graduate school programs, with up to $1,000 while
> participating in OOD services, distributed evenly each academic term of
> this school year, toward tuition or educational expenses regardless of the
> student’s financial status.
>
> “The financial award is just one of many ways we can support college
> students with disabilities,” explained Kevin L. Miller, OOD Director. “We
> look forward to offering career guidance and helping students with
> disabilities overcome any barriers through technology, tools, resources,
> and connection to a large network of employer partners.”
>
> “I often say that when it comes to postsecondary education, Ohio’s
> colleges and universities offer a diversity of opportunity, and that means
> opportunity for all students,” said Ohio Department of Higher Education
> Chancellor Randy Gardner. “This additional support, along with the Ohio
> College2Careers program, helps to ensure that students with disabilities
> can continue forward to a successful future.”
>
> OOD vocational rehabilitation counselors assist students with disabilities
> with career exploration and counseling, assistive technology, resume and
> interview preparation, and job placement. Staff with OOD’s business
> relations team connect college students with disabilities to internship and
> permanent employment opportunities.
>
> To get started, students with disabilities can visit OODWorks.com  <
> https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjA4MjQuNjI2OTU5OTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwOi8vd3d3Lm9vZHdvcmtzLmNvbS8ifQ.BtyhGI-23uor2FEcmq6EwWfn2LRPm5QhvGsOWXFT1kc/s/1806696674/br/142996558446-l>to
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> services.
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> disabilities through employment, disability determinations, and
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