Our Vision: For all institutions of higher education across North Dakota and the Northern Plains to be inclusive of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD); providing programs that focus on academic, independent living, socialization, self-determination, and integrated work experiences culminating in competitive integrated employment for persons with ID and DD.
The Secondary Transition Summit is designed for young adults, families, and professionals to learn about essential tools, strategies, and resources to help individuals with disabilities successfully transition into adulthood through a combination of expert-led workshops, interactive breakout sessions, and panel discussions. This event will help young adults, professionals, and families navigate secondary transitioning by envisioning, equipping, and empowering young adults to succeed.
DATE / TIME: Friday, June 13, 2025 from 12:30 pm to 5:00 pm and Saturday, June 14, 2025 from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
LOCATION: Student Conference Center, Minot State University, Minot, ND
WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Young adults with disabilities (ages 14-26), families and caregivers, educators, secondary transition specialists, and service providers.
AGENDA: Find out more about the day’s events by viewing the Agenda.
COSTS: Friday only – $30; Saturday only – $40; both days – $65
REGISTER: Go to EVENTBRITE and search for Secondary Transition Summit or click HERE!
VENDORS: We are seeking agencies and businesses to be part of our Summit! If you are interested in being a vendor, complete this FORM and follow the instructions at the bottom of the form.
HOTEL BLOCK: A block of rooms has been set up at the HYATT HOUSE in Minot. To reserve a room, please use this LINK or call 701-838-7300 and ask for a room under the “Secondary T Institute” block. The group block will expire on Tuesday, May 13, 2025.
QUESTIONS: Contact JoLynn Webster @ 800-233-1737, extension 3206 or EMAIL.
This event is sponsored by the IMPCCT Project at NDCPD/MSU, ND Department of Public Instruction, Designer Genes, and the ND State Council on Developmental Disabilities.
COLLEGE IS POSSIBLE FOR STUDENTS WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES
STUDENTS WHO PARTICIPATE HAVE SUPPORT TO
- Attend college courses with their peers
- Have an active and meaningful social life
- Engage in internships, meaningful paid work experiences
- Hone their independent living skills
- Earn badges, certificates, or degrees that prepare them for competitive integrated employment
We are ready to expand & develop more inclusive programs across ND & the Northern Plains Region!
VISIT ONE OF OUR TEAM MEMBERS FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Ms. Tracey Olson
Project Director
(701) 858-4496
Tracey.Olson.1@ndus.edu
Ms. Jessica Reiswig
Project Coordinator
(701) 858-3421
Jessica.Reiswig@ndus.edu
Ms. Jolynn Webster
Project Coordinator
(701) 858-3206
Jolynn.Webster@ndus.edu
Mr. Luke Charley
Project Coordinator
(701) 858-3469
Luke.Charley@ndus.edu
Mr. Kyle Erickson
Project Coordinator
(701) 858-3012
Kyle.Erickson.1@ndus.edu
Ms. Melanie Duchsherer
Project Secretary
(701) 858-4365
Melanie.Duchsherer@ndus.edu
This project is funded in part by the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Post-Secondary Programs: #407A200032