Presented by Susie Wingate, Special Education Leader and Master Teacher, and CEO of Community Based Instructional Services; and Karen Allen, National Education Director, Brighten Learning

Sponsored by Brighten Learning

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The challenges of the past two years are challenging for everyone in education. For exceptional students, the preparation for after high school and/or “aging out” has been made more intense because of pandemic-related delays. This edWebinar shares what works and how to help students prepare for their futures. Join us for a discussion about avoiding the transition cliff.

This session provides valuable information for CTE directors and educators, special education directors and educators, transition coordinators, and vocational educators of all levels. 

About the Presenters

Susie Wingate is the CEO of Community Based Instructional Services (CBI Services) working with young adults with disabilities and their families. Susie has been a special education leader and master teacher for 16+ years with credentials in working with an array of populations, including Mild/Moderate and Moderate/Severe Disabilities. Susie is also a parent of a child with special needs and understands the challenges of advocating for a child who needs supports and services due to their disability. Susie is always researching and learning about services and options for those with disabilities. In her years of experience, she has been able to partner with educators, service providers, and organizations to build a better future for children and young adults with disabilities.

Karen Allen has been an educator for over 20 years in the San Francisco Bay Area. She began her career as a high school French and English teacher. After over 10 years in the classroom, Karen shifted her focus to supporting teachers as a curriculum specialist working with English language arts teachers, and then later as a school principal in alternative education programs. For the past several years, Karen served as the coordinator for the Marin County Office of Education’s Foster and Homeless Youth Education programs.

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Brighten Learning publishes a comprehensive Social Emotional Learning, Career Exploration and Life Readiness platform with four unique programs, The Social Express, Cool School, SyncUP & Teen Career Path. All four programs are highly engaging for students and simple to use for teachers. From Kindergarten to High School. Our programs are outcome driven and focus on core skills to help students achieve positive outcomes for classroom and life readiness.