RAISE The Standard Newsletters

Post-secondary Education: In this issue, we look at the topic of post-secondary education for students with disabilities. We explore options and ideas for 2- and 4-year college programs, as well as trade and vocational programs. Continue Reading The STANDARD: 5.1, Jan 2019

Technology for Independence: In this issue of RAISE The Standard, we take a look at the role of technology in opening doors to jobs, mobility, communication and independent living. Continue Reading The STANDARD: 4.8, Dec 2018

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). It’s a great time to raise awareness about disability issues and to celebrate the important contributions of people with disabilities. The theme for 2018 is “America’s Workforce: Empowering All.” Continue Reading The STANDARD: 4.7, Oct 2018

Health Care Transitions: With planning and support, youth can gain self-care and independence as they engage in their own wellness, learn how to manage medication and treatment, and learn about options for health insurance coverage to make sure they stay healthy and empowered. Continue Reading The STANDARD: 4.6, Sep 2018

DIVERSABILITY: Disability, Pride & Identity: Are you “autistic” or “a person with autism?” Are you “a person with an intellectual disability” or “intellectually disabled?” Are you “deaf” or “a person who is deaf?” Is “disability” a bad word? Continue Reading The STANDARD: 4.5, Jul/Aug 2018

Transition to Civic Engagement: As Americans, “we the people” all have a right AND a responsibility, to be part of our democracy. This issue of RAISE The Standard is focused on the transition to civic engagement for youth with disabilities. Continue Reading The STANDARD: 4.4, Jun 2018

Considering Careers in the Arts: Whether you are an aspiring artist or just an art lover, there is no limit to imagination and creativity. A career in the arts –visual arts, music, dance, theater, perfrmance – can be hard, but for those with the drive and ambition, it should not be overlooked as a transition outcome. Continue Reading The STANDARD: 4.3, Apr/May 2018

In this issue of RAISE, we take a deeper look at self-direction as it relates to decision-making, and we explore the nuanced nature of supported decision-making (SDM). Continue Reading The STANDARD: 4.2, Mar 2018

Soft Skills—What are They?: In this Valentine’s Day edition of The RAISE Standard e-news, we will look at the importance of these and other soft skills, and how to teach them so young people are ready to go to work. Continue Reading The STANDARD: 4.1, Feb 2018

Harassment in School and the Workplace: With all the news about harassment and misconduct in the workplace, this issue delves into an open discussion about harassment – sexual and otherwise – in the workplace and in school, and how it affects people with disabilities. Continue Reading The STANDARD: 3.6, Dec 2017