Proms, College Fairs, Athletic and Academic Challenges - IU 13 understands the importance of these events to round out every child’s educational experiences. IU 13 coordinates a variety of special events for special education students.
This following list does not include specific trainings, seminars or conferences for students.
Adventure Challenge Training Course
Trust and Teamwork – that’s the goal of the Adventure Challenge Training Course. The program offers a low ropes course designed to enhance learning experiences, and to develop communication skills. By participating in these activities, students and staff develop a sense of trust, teamwork, and community. IU 13 staff members are trained to facilitate the briefing and debriefing of the challenges and to focus on communication and problem-solving skills. Adventure challenge experiences hold important lessons that can be applied to challenges students face in the classroom, on a job and/or at home.
For more information, please call 717-606-1738 or email specialeducation@iu13.org.
College Fair for Students with Disabilities
Planning for college is an exciting time for students and parents. Students with disabilities have additional items to consider when selecting a field of study, postsecondary institution, and living arrangements. IU 13 helps these families by providing the College Fair for Students with Disabilities. The annual event provides a setting for students and parents to meet with colleges and support agencies.
For more information, please call 717-606-1738 or email specialeducation@iu13.org.
Challenge Day
Challenge Day is an annual track and field day held each May for students enrolled in IU 13 special education programs. It's an exciting event where students have an opportunity to participate in a variety of athletic activities.
For more information, please call 717-606-1738 or email specialeducation@iu13.org.
Employer Appreciation Luncheon
The IU 13 School-to-Work Program holds an annual luncheon to recognize local employers who participate in the program.
For more information, please call 717-606-1738 or email specialeducation@iu13.org.
IU 13 Prom
The Prom is an annual event held in the spring of each year. Students from the secondary age IU 13 classes for Life Skills Support, Autistic Support, Multiple Disabilities Support, Physical Support, Basic Occupational Skills, and School-to-Work programs attend the prom. Also, students from similar school district special education classes may attend the prom upon request. The night is a highlight of the school year for many of the students.
For more information, please call 717-606-1738 or email specialeducation@iu13.org.
Optimist Olympics
The Optimist Olympics for students with sensory impairments is held at York College each year by the Optimist Club.
For more information, please call 717-606-1738 or email specialeducation@iu13.org.
Student Bazaars
Students who receive services from School-to-Work/Job Training Services establish a mini-business each year where they make and sell products. One of the purposes of the mini-business program is to teach foundational skill acquisition through authentic experiences. To assist in assessing the mastery of those foundation skills the IU 13 sponsors semi-annual mini-business bazaars in both Lancaster and Lebanon counties. This program provides students with valuable work skills and a basic understanding of marketing, advertising and sales. The event is open to students in IU 13-operated programs, district-operated programs, and the public.
For more information, please call 717-606-1738 or email specialeducation@iu13.org.
TALK Day
TALK Day, known as “Taking Another Look at Kommunication,” is a day designed to provide a forum for students across Lancaster and Lebanon counties who use Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). This event provides an opportunity for students who use AAC as their primary form of communication to meet and interact with other AAC users. Multiple opportunities for students are provided to practice functional communication skills (social pragmatics) in an atmosphere that is sensitive to individuals who use augmentative technology as their primary means of communication. Highlights of the day include meeting and interacting with other students, participating in a scavenger hunt and enjoying lunch with friends while using AAC technology.
For more information, please call 717-606-1738 or email specialeducation@iu13.org.
Some of these events may be closed to the public to safeguard student privacy.