Rockland Community College Partners with College Steps to Assist Area Students with Disabilities

SUFFERN, N.Y., April 11, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Rockland Community College and College Steps announced a partnership designed to enhance the college experience for area students living with disabilities, including those living with Autism, Learning Disabilities and Developmental Disabilities. The new initiative, which will begin Fall 2019, directly aligns with Rockland Community College's commitment to fostering educational access, opportunity, and equity.

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Rockland Community College is joining post-secondary institutions across six states that also partner with College Steps, a nonprofit organization with operations stretching from Vermont to Virginia. College Steps supports young adults living with social, communication, or learning challenges via a unique, individualized and peer-based model. It serves both high school transition students interested in a college experience prior to graduation, as well as students already enrolled in college. College Steps' primary goal is to prepare students for meaningful careers and autonomy after graduation from college, placing a strong emphasis on self-advocacy, social competencies, employment, and independent living skills. Students work with trained peer mentors who are supported by an on-site Program Coordinator at Rockland Community College.

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"We are very excited to be working with Rockland Community College and the surrounding communities of Rockland County," noted Lauren Merritt, College Steps Co-founder and Chief Operating Officer. "Our efforts complement the existing work of Rockland Community College and attract additional talented students interested in our model of support. We look forward to meeting new families, high schools, and community partners to collaboratively build sustainable and long-term options for transition-aged youth living with disabilities."

The priority application deadline for Fall 2019 enrollment with College Steps at Rockland Community College is May 1, 2019.  The online application and additional information can be found at www.collegesteps.org/apply or reach out to [email protected].

SOURCE College Steps

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