Thank you for attending the 2026 Community Support Network Transition Institute, our annual conference on post-secondary transition covering topics ranging from employment options, social and recreational programs, systems navigation, self-advocacy, housing options and more.

• Please view session videos and other presenter materials below.
• Please also check out the video showcase on Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/showcase/transitioninstitute2026

Please note, these sessions were presented at the CSN Transition Institute, January 29, 2026 and are available for viewing only. They are the sole property of CSN Transition Institute at Westchester Institute for Human Development and should not be replicated or shared without express permission from the owner.

What is Transition Best Practices for Planning and Options for Next Steps

Presenters: Debbie Goddard
Session Description: This workshop will assist families in understanding the transition planning process specifically from high school to life after high school. When families are knowledgeable about the transition process and invited to participate by schools, students with disabilities experience improved post-school outcomes in the areas of employment, postsecondary education, and independent living.

Think College Inclusive Postsecondary Education (IPSE) 101

Presenters: Caroline Billeaudeau
Session Description: In this session, Think College will discuss the national landscape of college programs for students with intellectual disabilities. Attendees will learn more about inclusive post-secondary education programs, what IPSE programs entail, how to identify the right program, and what funding options are available.

College Programs Syracuse University Transition Programs

Presenters: Elizabeth Brown
Session Description: InclusiveU brings students of all ages with intellectual and developmental disabilities who want to experience college life in a fully inclusive setting. We offer real opportunities for students to participate in every aspect of campus life and to pursue their passion and plan for their future. Learn how this program can be valuable to students who are interested in navigating college in a supported environment.

Day Programming Considerations & Planning

Presenters: Jacie Feuer & Lori Delgado
Session Description: Jacie Feuer serves as the Transition Services Director at The Arc Westchester, bringing over a decade of experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. She has held this role since 2019, after joining the Employment Services team in 2016. Jacie collaborates with high school special education professionals and community partners to support students and stakeholders through the transition to adulthood. Her work includes partnerships with Project SEARCH Autism Enhancement and the Employment Training Program. She is also a member of the Commissioner’s Advisory Panel for Special Education Services and co-chairs the Transition Linkages Committee.

Transition Programs

Presenters: Jennifer Zanger & Lisa Nicotra
Session Description: Residential Programs focusing on vocational and independent living skills, are an option for some students with disabilities after high school. In this session representatives from The Ramapo Camp for Children’s Staff Assistant Experience will provide an overview of their Transition program and considerations.

Project SEARCH & Post Program Options

Presenters: Eleanor Evangelista & Alexis Parker
Session Description: Learn about the Community Support Network’s Prevoc Program, Project SEARCH and our two Westchester sites, as well as meet one of our program partners, Ability Beyond, to discuss how we work together during and after program commencement.

Social Connections Best Practices for keeping and making relationships

Presenters: Robin Baron, Laurie Cameron & Brendan Klein
Session Description: Finding and maintaining social connections as an adult can be hard for anyone, and once students leave school those challenges can be harder. Hear from 3 experts who have found ways to make those connections easier.