Category: eParent Connect

BY TOM KEATING, PH.D AND TOBIAS RICKARD, MS Self-determination is the combination of personal knowledge, skills, beliefs, and attitudes that empower an individual to have increased personal autonomy, decision-making, and involvement in goal setting when planning for their future. Research in the area of self-determination supports the value of student involvement in the IEP process and transition planning. In return, studies have shown that students who are more actively involved in their transition planning are […]

No matter what natural disaster occurs, Arc Broward is prepared to continue fulfilling its goal of “Changing Perspectives. Changing Lives.” South Florida is often the epicenter of natural disasters; whether it be hurricanes, flooding or tornadoes and Arc Broward, a nonprofit organization that works tirelessly changing how people with developmental disabilities and life challenges are embraced and included, is always prepared to work hand-in-hand with the community to deal with these extraordinary circumstances. That type […]

BY STEPHANIE CORKETT After hours of climbing, Hanna Atkinson crested the top of Gray’s Peak, a 14,000- foot peak in the Colorado Rockies which is among a class of mountains known as “Fourteeners.” Hanna set a goal to make the climb after her brother Jeff’s death, and reached the summit in his honor. Hanna has a long history of high achievement which she credits to her ability to set goals. She was a commencement speaker […]