Section 22
Planning for College
Activity 22
    Identify an education goal based on your interests and skills.

Vocabulary

  • IEP manager

  • IEP meeting


Prerequisite: Completion of Activities 20 and 21.

 
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Considering the information discussed in Activities 20 and 21, and write a paragraph identifying:

  • Various careers that relate to your skills and interests
  • Colleges that offer specific programs to prepare you for these careers (Use the Post-ITT Website)
  • Possible obstacles or challenges you may encounter
  • Resources to assist you in dealing with these obstacles or challenges
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Write a college goal statement. Sample goal statements are given in the box below.

 
  • I will attend Bellevue Community College in the fall semester of the year 2000 and pursue my interest in working with children.
  • I will attend Lake Washington Technical College beginning in the winter semester of the year 2001 and complete the certificate program for Auto Collision Body Technician.
  • I will attend Central Washington University in the fall semester of the year 2000 and attain a Bachelor Degree in Education.
Think about icon Review your goal statement with a parent or family member AND with your special education teacher or guidance counselor. Ask for feedback and suggestions for improvement.
Report icon Rewrite your goal statement and make a copy for your special education (IEP) teacher. Read and discuss it at your next IEP meeting.

Note: Use this goal statement in Activity 23.