Dream Big

Empowering College-Bound Students with Disabilities

2024 Academic Year Spring Calendar

For Students:
Career Club: First Wednesdays via Zoom from 4:00pm – 5:00pm.

Explore Diverse Career Paths

February 7: Law and Advocacy
March 6: Architecture
April 3: Nature and Animals
Register Here for Career Club Events

Peer Events: Third Wednesdays via Zoom from 4:00pm – 5:00pm.

Connect With Peers Facing Similar Challenges and Dive Into Crucial Adulting Topics

January 17: Evening of Games
February 21: Goal Setting
March 20: Developing Friendships
April 17: College Students Share
Register Here for Peer Events

For Parents:
Parent Roundtable: Fourth Wednesdays via Zoom from 6:00pm – 7:00pm.

Enjoy Fellowship, Resources, and Transitioning Topics

January 24: Disability Services in College
February 28: Post-Secondary Education Options
March 27: MO ABLE
April 24: Parent Share
Register Here for Parent Roundtables

2024 Summer Camp Schedule

The Dream Big program strives to empower college and technical school-bound youth with disabilities to dream big about their future. The program aims to show students that they can do many things that their non-disabled peers can do, and they should not limit their career goals.

June 10-14: (Middle School Camp)
June 24-28: (High School Camp)
July 8-12 : (Middle School Camp)
July 22-26: (High School Camp)

Students spend each day exploring careers with one of our partner companies and learn the necessary skills to build a career. Each of 4 weeks is tailored to a specific career area based on interests of students. See more information about our virtual and in-person camps below.

Parents: Register Here for a Camp Info Session

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