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News and Resources + Preparing for Life After School ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏
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Dear FACT Oregon Community, As the school year comes to a close, June brings a mix of celebration, reflection, and transition. Some children are preparing for kindergarten, some youth are moving into middle or high school, and others are graduating and beginning to imagine life after high school. June also brings Neurodiversity Pride Week (June 11–17) — a time to recognize and celebrate the many ways people think, learn, communicate, and experience the world. At FACT Oregon, we believe every young person deserves to be seen for who they are and supported to build a life that reflects their strengths, choices, culture, and community. In this newsletter, you’ll find resources to help families and youth explore what comes next — from school transitions to employment, college, independent living, voting, and community connection. And we’re sharing some opportunities to share your voice! Wherever your family is in the journey, you do not have to figure it out alone! In community, Christy Reese
Executive Director, FACT Oregon
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We’re planning our live training calendar for 2026-27. More info soon! In the meantime, check out our On-Demand Trainings to learn at your own pace! Understanding Special Education: Introducing the Six Core Principles of IDEA (English, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, Russian, Somali, Ukrainian, Vietnamese) Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Supports in School (English, Spanish) Manifestation Determination Review (MDRs), Explained (English, Spanish) Overview of Developmental Disability (DD) Services in Oregon ((English, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, Russian, Somali, Ukrainian, Vietnamese) Emergency Preparedness Planning for Families of Youth with Disabilities (English, Spanish) Multilingual Formats: See all offerings here.
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Out and About at Partner Events
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Clackamas County Developmental Disabilities Resource Fair
Sat., June 27, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Clackamas County College
19600 Molalla Ave, G103, Oregon City
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Discover and Discuss: It’s Never Too Early to Plan for Life After School
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Is college or work on the horizon for your youth? Have questions or concerns? Well, you’re not alone! Employment: Check out this one-pager from PEATC (Parent Educational Advocacy Training Center) for families on competitive integrated employment. It breaks down common fears and shares possible solutions that help you feel confident about supporting your youth to get that first job! College Options: College is increasingly an option for students with intellectual disability, with inclusive programs now available on hundreds of campuses nationwide. RAISE Center is hosting a webinar this September to introduce inclusive postsecondary education, describe the range of college options beyond high school, and examine how professionals who support transition-age youth can help students build skills, explore programs, and prepare for successful college participation.
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Just For Youth: Life After High School
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🧠 So… what comes after high school? It's a big question — and honestly, it can feel overwhelming. But here's the good news: you don't have to figure it out alone! 🙌 Whether you're thinking about college, a career, independent living, or just wondering what adulting even looks like for YOU — there are people and programs out there ready to help. 👉 Learn about your options now so you're ready to take on the world when you turn 18! 🌍 Turning 18 soon? Don’t forget to register to vote! It’s your right and a big responsibility! Your vote helps decide what will become law. These laws could affect you, your family, your community, and other people with disabilities. Get help to live independently! Your local Center for Independent Living (CIL) is a great place to start for peer support, connections, and training so you can live where you choose and participate in your community!
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Children’s Institute is gathering input to help shape a strong, grounded advocacy effort focused on young children and the systems that support them. They want to know: what is working well; what supports are working but feel fragile; what challenges or gaps feel most pressing; which children, families, or communities are most likely to be overlooked; what efforts we should learn from rather than duplicate; and what ideas or priorities should be explored further through this project.
Survey respondents will receive a summary of the themes that surface and information about next steps. Please take the survey by Friday, June 5:
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Disability Rights Oregon wants to learn from people living with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD)! If you are over 18 years old and have I/DD, join DRO for one of their June online listening sessions or take the community survey. Tell DRO what you think is important and what is — and what is not — working for you in Oregon. Your input will be used to inform Disability Rights Oregon's priorities for the coming year.
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The Oregon Council on Developmental Disabilities and Oregon DD Coalition’s GO! Project invite self-advocates with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), support providers, families, and I/DD professionals from across Oregon to join a virtual Lunch & Learn training series, running from June 2026 to January 2027. This training series focuses on building legislative advocacy skills and strengthening our individual and collective voices before the 2027 legislative session.
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