If you can't join us for a live event, check out these other informational options:
Upcoming Events
Family Info Session - Colorado Springs
Join us at The Arc of Pikes Peak Region for a family information session regarding inclusive higher education opportunities available to students with intellectual disabilities in Colorado. Hear more about inclusive programs at Arapahoe Community College, University of Northern Colorado, and the University of Colorado Colorado Springs as well as ways to best prepare your student with ID for college pathways.
Webinar: Financial Preparation
Hear from Mike Keglovits, CollegeInvest ABLE and Special Programs Manager, about how to prepare financially for higher education and utilize ABLE accounts to feel confident about sending your student with intellectual disabilities to college.
Webinar: IN! 101
Join us for an overview of inclusive higher education supports available to students with intellectual disabilities in Colorado. Hear more about inclusive programs at Arapahoe Community College, University of Northern Colorado, and the University of Colorado Colorado Springs as well as other developing supports in our state.
Webinar: Inclusive College Outcomes
A broad review of national data surrounding best practices for employment & independence after college. Let's dive in to see the tangible impacts of inclusive college programs.
Webinar: IN! 101
Join us for an overview of inclusive higher education supports available to students with intellectual disabilities in Colorado. Hear more about inclusive programs at Arapahoe Community College, University of Northern Colorado, and the University of Colorado Colorado Springs as well as other developing supports in our state.
Webinar: Student/Parent Panel
Hear words of wisdom from students and families that currently or previously attended an inclusive higher education program in Colorado. They will share their best tips regarding how to prepare for college and navigate the transition after high school.
Webinar: IN! 101
We'll be spreading holiday cheer with an overview of inclusive higher education supports available to students with intellectual disabilities in Colorado as well as a discussion surrounding what's next in our state.
Latest News
In this month's newsletter, we are kicking off the start of another awesome semester. You'll find details regarding IN!'s new staff member, our upcoming event at Wash Park, a calendar of our free fall webinar series, professional development opportunities for educators, and a review of our latest Alumni Gathering.
For the past year we've advocated for House Bill 22-1107: Inclusive Higher Education Opportunities. This bill creates the opportunity to expand pathways to higher education for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in Colorado. All of the hard work has paid off - the bill passed and was signed by Colorado Governor Jared Polis!
There is an increasing demand for college options for students with intellectual disability in Colorado. It is time for more campuses to open their doors to students with ID. To make that possible, we need your help. For our year end goal, we aim to raise $38,000. This amount creates one permanent pathway for individuals with intellectual disability to attend college in Colorado!
Thinking about college for the 2022/23 school year? Students with intellectual disabilities apply through the college's inclusive service office. Find all the details in this blog post.
When you give to IN!, you are increasing the number of spots for students with intellectual disabilities to attend college in our state. These opportunities empower students to pursue their career goals, increase their independence, and live out their dreams. Thanks to supporters like you, college dreams are becoming a reality in our state!
The end of the semester nears! In this edition, you will find: ACC senior spotlight, information on application season, our most visited resources, virtual college fair booths, and a calendar of upcoming events.
October's issue has three student spotlights, plus lots of upcoming events where you can learn more about college options for students with intellectual disabilities (student panel, virtual college fair, DVR webinar, and more).
IN!'s Young Professionals Board is on a roll fundraising for and raising awareness about inclusive higher education in Colorado! Here we share some of their latest endeavors.
IN! is accepting applications for a free 6 week program to learn more about what life is like in college! Inspiring Futures is a chance for students thinking about college to meet and get to know current college students with intellectual disabilities.
In this issue, you will find information on: Inspiring Futures college mentorship program, care packages for students, results of IN!'s needs assessment, upcoming UCCS Inclusive Services open house, webinar on the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, and IN! handouts and additional resources.
