Questions?
Contact Cathy Welch @ 315-498-2945 or c.d.welch@sunyocc.edu.
Join a session
*All sessions can be attended on zoom:
Link: http://bit.ly/opc-scholar-sessions-2020
Meeting ID: 98989384978 Passcode: 461202
- Session 1: Online Learning Strategies/ Transition to College
- Session 2: Career Pathways
- Session 3: College Planning
- Session 4: Disability 101 and Self-Disclosure
Session 1: Online Learning Strategies/ Transition to College
Wednesday, October 21, 2020 3-4 pm | Facilitated by OPC Staff
This informative session will begin with introductions of staff followed by instruction in online learning strategies to improve success in a remote environment. Students will be exposed to some differences between high school and college and how to adjust. Session schedule will be shared for future planning.
Recording of October 21, 2020
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Materials and Downloads
- FAQ for Onondaga Pathways to Careers (OPC) Scholars and Families for Transitioning to College
- Infographic – Differences Between High School and College For Students with Disabilities
- Making the Transition from High School to College for Students with Disabilities
- Online Learning Strategies Presentation
- An Open Letter to Parents of Students With Disabilities About to Enter College
Session 2: Career Pathways
Wednesday, November 4, 2020 3-4 pm | Facilitated by Career Services and OPC Staff
Students will learn about the necessary skills to be successful on the job and how to improve their ability to build and communicate their strength. In addition, students will learn about the importance of being involved with a variety of work-based learning experiences, whether it be a job, internship, job shadow, or campus employment, before and during college to access their dream career!
Recording of November 4, 2020
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Materials and Downloads
- Choosing a Major & Exploring Careers: Resources to Get Started
- Career Pathway Exploration Table
- Skills to Pay the Bills Presentation Handouts
Session 3: College Planning
Wednesday, November 18, 2020 3 -4 pm | Facilitated by Jay Harrison, Asst. Director of OAR and OPC
Students will learn about the necessary steps they must take to enroll in college, what action steps they should begin to think about, including FAFSA, housing applications/accommodations, transportation, and placement testing.
Recording of November 18, 2020
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Session 4: Disability 101 and Self-Disclosure
Wednesday, December 2, 2020 3-4 pm | Facilitated by Nancy Carr, Director of OAR, OPC, and Testing Services
Students will feel comfortable addressing disability and use language that creates positive images of people with disabilities. They will also discuss the benefits of disclosing their disability early in their college experience, and how taking advantage of all available support services is associated with college success. The process of receiving testing and other accommodations in college will be covered as well. Discussion about changing laws and government services will be conducted.
Recording of Decemeber 4, 2020
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