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HIGHER EDUCATION & DISABILITY
December 1st, 2020
​5:45pm - 8:00pm
ONLINE: ZOOM
Since the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, conditions for students with disabilities have become more accessible and equitable in colleges and universities. However, this work is far from over. We must continue to improve our programs, structures and facilities for students and build better support systems for students with disabilities and their faculty and staff.
5:45pm - Exhibitors
​6:15pm - Introductions
6:30pm - Small Group Discussion
  • College, Certification or Trade School?
  • Supports to Break Down Higher Educational Barriers
  • I finished my degree/certification… now what?
  • My student has a disability… how can I support them?
7:40pm - Exhibitors


CONVERSATION LEADERS: 
  • ​I finished my degree/certification… now what?
    • Mike Zucker, The University of Texas at San Antonio Career Center
    • Julia Stotts, Professional Contracted Services, Inc.
  • Supports to Break Down Higher Educational Barriers
  • College, Certification or Trade School?
  • My student has a disability… how can I support them?
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To read more about our conversation leaders, click here. 
EXHIBITORS: 
SPEAKER / SPONSOR / EXHIBITOR
Registration Available Here
I HAVE A VOICE & DISABILITY
DISCUSSION LEADERS: 

KENS 5 RECOGNITION FOR DISABILITYSA
(PEOPLE WHO MAKE SAN ANTONIO GREAT)

September 20-26 , 2020. Deaf Awareness Week is a national week of celebrating deafness. It is observed annually throughout the last full week of September.

International Week of the Deaf (abbreviated as IWDeaf; used to be IWD) is celebrated annually the last full week of September (Monday through Sunday). You may also hear this week called Deaf Awareness Week, but the official name is International Week of the Deaf. It is celebrated by national and regional associations of the deaf, local communities, and individuals worldwide.

The purpose of Deaf Awareness Week is to increase public awareness of deaf issues, people, and culture. Activities and events throughout Deaf Awareness Week encourage individuals to come together as a community for both educational events and celebrations.
Learn more by visiting: 
  • https://www.signingsavvy.com/deafawarenessweek
  • http://deafnetwork.com/wordpress/
  • https://www.nobacomm.org/

Learn sign language with these organizations and services:
  • https://www.lifeprint.com/
  • https://signanddine.org/
  • https://www.facebook.com/groups/DEAFCOFFEESATX/

FIESTA ESPECIAL ROYALTY
​CREATE VISIBILITY
(MUSIC FROM THE PAST WITH FLAMBEAU)

The 2019 Fiesta Especial Royal Court participated in the Fiesta Flambeau Parade on Saturday evening bringing visibility to the ABILITY of all.  The theme was "Music from the Past" and our court reflected on a few musicians who live with disabilities.  Check out the KSAT12 Coverage!

FIESTA ESPECIAL ROYAL COURT
MAKES AN IMPACT ON THE MEDIA!

The 2019-2020 Fiesta Especial Royal Court made headlines in the news last month as they safely traipsed across San Antonio to six different organizations distributing checks made possible from their diligent campaign efforts this past fall. Over $14,000 was distributed between The Kabuki Gathering, Kinetic Kids, Sunshine Cottage, Autism Treatment Center, Family Service Association, and Morgan's Wonderland.  To top off the week, the court paraded in front of the home of our Executive Director, Melanie Cawthon, to celebrate the $23,935 from their campaigns that will go toward covering the costs of the Fiesta Especial Celebration Day this fall.  

Click on some of the links below to check out their stories: Keep a watchful eye on our Fiesta Especial facebook page this week as we celebrate each check presentation with our Fiesta Family!
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