The My Future My Life Transition Camp is an opportunity for high school students with disabilities to call the shots about their future.
Program Emphasis
Gender
Type Of Stay
Location
AD/HD AIDS Asthma Autism Burn Cancer Cerebral Palsy Cognitive Disabilities Cystic Fibrosis Developmental Disabilities Diabetes Epilepsy Deaf and Hard Of Hearing Heart Disease Learning Disabilities Multiple Sclerosis Muscular Dystrophy Physical Disabilities Social Skills Speech Impairments Spina Bifida Tourettes Syndrome Vision Impairments
Coed
Resident Camp
Whitewater, WI
Average Cost
Financial Assistance
Age Range
Capacity
Less Than $500 (week)
Yes
14 - 21
45
About Financial Assistance
Please contact us if cost is a barrier. We will work with you individually for assistance on a sliding scale.
Session Lengths
Food/Nutritional Notes:
1 Week Session
The camp provides 3 meals a day. Please contact us if you have special dietary concerns. Meals are served buffet style in the university dining hall.
Session Information
June 27 to July 2, 2004. Cost is $500 per participant. This camp provides students with information about the IEP process and information about going to college or directly to work.
More About Camp
Students who attend the transition camp will learn about the IEP process, including how to run their own IEP. They will learn about self-determination, the world of work, how to get into college, and the difference between college and high school. Students will have a chance to explore their career interests, develop a resume, and practice job interviewing. Students will also have an opportunity to visit a job center and have the option of visiting a work site. Fun activities include a dance, attending a play from a theater troupe of people with and without disabilities, swimming, movies, and getting to know each other.
Activities & Features
Land Sports
Basketball Volleyball
Other Activities
Dance Low Ropes Work Site Visits Career Exploration Optional Parent Orientation
