by Suzanne Johnson | Jun 23, 2021 | Transition Network
A training opportunity for teachers Sure, employment skills and work experiences are important. Resume building, job shadowing, knowing what to wear to an interview—it’s no surprise that transition teachers focus on these areas. But what topics do our students find...
by Suzanne Johnson | Jun 14, 2021 | Transition Network
Four Q&As to help transition students jumpstart the season Summer is finally here! The days are long, the skies are sunny, and transition programs are wrapping up the school year. Pack up the boots and parkas and break out the flipflops and tank tops, because...
by Suzanne Johnson | Jun 1, 2021 | Transition Network
On a typical day, Cooper Thompson’s shifts at work follow a predictable routine. It’s one of the things he likes about his job at Walmart, where he collects carts from the parking lot. Thompson, age 18, is also a student in the transition program in Redmond. He knows...
by Suzanne Johnson | May 26, 2021 | Transition Network
Looking for a job?: Meet Michelle Furman, VR Employment Counselor Michelle Furman is new to the Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (VRC) team in Central Oregon, but she’s had plenty of experience helping people with disabilities find jobs they enjoy. Before she began...
by Suzanne Johnson | Apr 27, 2021 | Transition Network, Uncategorized
Understanding the Three Parts of Financial Planning What happens to a three-legged stool when one leg is wobbly? Well, you sure can’t rely on that stool to hold you up! A solid platform needs three sturdy legs to function well. Creating a well-constructed financial...
