Idaho Employment Capacity Leveraged through IPSE

Idaho Employment Capacity Leveraged through IPSE ECLIPSE: Employment Capacity Leveraged through Inclusive Post-Secondary Education

In honor of National Inclusive Postsecondary Education (IPSE) Day, we’re excited to share that the Governor has official...
05/01/2026

In honor of National Inclusive Postsecondary Education (IPSE) Day, we’re excited to share that the Governor has officially proclaimed May 1, 2026, as IPSE Day in Idaho! 👏

This recognition highlights Idaho’s commitment to expanding access to higher education and improving outcomes for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

ECLIPSE is committed to supporting Idaho’s IPSE programs and empowering students with disabilities to achieve competitive integrated employment.

Big thanks to Lindsey McKinney for helping make this proclamation happen!

05/01/2026

Happy National IPSE Day! 🎉

Today we’re celebrating Inclusive Postsecondary Education and the opportunities it creates for students with intellectual disabilities across the country.

We’re proud to see ECLIPSE students represented in this video from Think College! In the “College Is For Me” campaign, students share personal perspectives on what college means to them.

This video features students from PEERS at Boise State University, SPARC at Lewis-Clark State College, and Vandal QUEST at the University of Idaho, highlighting the impact of IPSE programs across Idaho.

Take a moment to watch the video and hear directly from students about why college matters! Visit Think College to learn more about IPSE Day and ways to celebrate today!

https://thinkcollege.net/resources/join-us-on-may-1-2026-for-ipseday2026

The countdown is ON!We’re just a few weeks away from the 2026 CONNECT Conference Kickoff Dinner!📅 May 21–22, 2026📍 Mosco...
04/27/2026

The countdown is ON!

We’re just a few weeks away from the 2026 CONNECT Conference Kickoff Dinner!

📅 May 21–22, 2026
📍 Moscow, Idaho

There are only a few spots left. Register now and get ready to CONNECT, learn, and grow!

https://tinyurl.com/connectconfregistration

Angee Murillo, Regional Secondary Transition Coordinator at the ICIE Center, will be presenting “Your Rights and Respons...
04/08/2026

Angee Murillo, Regional Secondary Transition Coordinator at the ICIE Center, will be presenting “Your Rights and Responsibilities at Work” at the 2026 CONNECT Conference!

This interactive session uses real-life scenarios to help you understand your basic rights at work, what employers expect from you, and how to tell the difference between the two.

🗓️ Register here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/connect-conference-2026-tickets-1978626738839?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwY2xjawRDdjlleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxbFdTR05qMExoWEtQODNHc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHn2KlwOAFbnzcr_myGBzXoXCoz9pDuY7AlGASTJKj_RRZP2TZyBJr3_WzIac_aem_fIXiT_dWg8HB0R-VbAF7KA

Dr. Malarie Deardorff will be presenting at the 2026 CONNECT Conference!She is a Research Assistant Professor at the Uni...
04/06/2026

Dr. Malarie Deardorff will be presenting at the 2026 CONNECT Conference!

She is a Research Assistant Professor at the University of Oklahoma and Associate Director of Research at the Zarrow Institute on Transition and Self-Determination.

Presentation Title: Risky Business: Supporting Dignity, Autonomy, and Independence in Practice

Dignity of risk highlights the role of meaningful risk-taking in promoting learning, growth, and self-determination for individuals with disabilities. This interactive session moves beyond theory to support application across K–12, 18 plus programming, and postsecondary settings through structured decision-making tools.

Attendees will engage in scenario-based problem solving focused on digital citizenship, choice-making, and employment while examining risk levels, supports, and the balance between accommodation and modification. They will leave with practical strategies to promote autonomy, scaffold decision-making, and fade supports to increase independence.

🗓️ Register here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/connect-conference-2026-tickets-1978626738839?aff=oddtdtcreator

Join us at the 2026 CONNECT Conference for "From Stress to Success: Supporting Students Towards CIE with Confidence", pr...
04/02/2026

Join us at the 2026 CONNECT Conference for "From Stress to Success: Supporting Students Towards CIE with Confidence", presented by Angee Murillo, Lauren Noble, and Sarah Gornik.

The transition to long-term employment can feel overwhelming for students, families, and professionals alike. This session focuses on how to shift that experience into one of confidence and possibility.

Learn how high expectations, authentic community engagement, and strong support systems can open doors to Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE). Walk away with practical ideas you can start using right away to better support students on their path to employment success.

🗓️ Register here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/connect-conference-2026-tickets-1978626738839?aff=oddtdtcreator

Join us in welcoming Julia P. Gorman, Associate Director of the Educational Access Center at Boise State University and ...
04/01/2026

Join us in welcoming Julia P. Gorman, Associate Director of the Educational Access Center at Boise State University and Adjunct Instructor in the Dept. of TLCE College of Education, to the 2026 CONNECT Conference!

Presentation Title: Participating in Class: What are the Expectations Anyway?

Colleges offer many types of classes, each with different expectations for participation and success. This session will explore the kinds of classes students may take in college and what is typically expected in each setting.

The session will share strategies for success, such as taking notes, engaging in discussions, and working with peers. Students who attend will leave feeling more confident and better prepared for the upcoming semester.

🗓️ Register here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/connect-conference-2026-tickets-1978626738839?aff=oddtdtcreator

We’re pleased to feature Dr. Mindy Lingo, Training and Technical Assistance Coordinator with Think College, at the 2026 ...
03/31/2026

We’re pleased to feature Dr. Mindy Lingo, Training and Technical Assistance Coordinator with Think College, at the 2026 CONNECT Conference! 👏

Presentation Title:
What Can Think College Do for You?

Think College is a national organization dedicated to expanding access to inclusive postsecondary education (IPSE) for students with intellectual disability. They provide resources, training, and technical assistance to support students, families, professionals, and agencies. Their work includes a searchable database of over 250 college programs, guidance for planning and decision-making, and support for developing programs that promote career growth and independent living.

In this presentation, Dr. Lingo will share tools and strategies to help you better navigate and understand IPSE options, support, and accessibility.

🗓️ Register here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/connect-conference-2026-tickets-1978626738839?aff=oddtdtcreator

We’re excited to introduce Elizabeth Romanick as a keynote presenter for the CONNECT Conference 2026! 👏Elizabeth brings ...
03/26/2026

We’re excited to introduce Elizabeth Romanick as a keynote presenter for the CONNECT Conference 2026! 👏

Elizabeth brings a powerful message centered on the importance of inclusion. With lived experience as a self-advocate with Down syndrome, she has been included in everyday opportunities, including college, where she earned an associate’s degree in Early Childhood Special Education Paraprofessional.

Today, she applies her experiences in her role as a Project Specialist with the North Dakota Center for Persons with Disabilities at Minot State University.

In her presentation, “Advocacy and Experience: How I Got Here,” Elizabeth will share her journey and highlight how inclusion, advocacy, and opportunity can open doors to education, employment, and independence.

🗓️Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/connect-conference-2026-tickets-1978626738839?aff=oddtdtcreator

03/21/2026

🎉🥳 Happy from Think College! Students with Down syndrome can, and do, go to college, and we are so proud to support current & future students to reach their academic and employment dreams 💙💛. How are you celebrating today? Let us know and send any photos our way! ⬇️

We’re excited to spotlight Grant Zollinger and Gloria Gilbert, keynote presenters from the Bobcat RISE program at Texas ...
03/20/2026

We’re excited to spotlight Grant Zollinger and Gloria Gilbert, keynote presenters from the Bobcat RISE program at Texas State University! 👏

Grant and Gloria are passionate student leaders and self-advocates who will be presenting “We Ain’t Payin’ for Nothin’!”

Their presentation offers an inside look at their experiences in an Inclusive Postsecondary Education (IPSE) program and the real impact these programs have on the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

Grant brings a strong leadership mindset and is driven to create opportunities for others. Gloria is a dedicated advocate with a goal of working in a nursing or group home setting, where she can continue supporting and empowering those around her.

Together, they’ll share their journeys, highlight the impact of IPSE programs, and show how these experiences can lead to meaningful, competitive integrated employment.

🗓️ Stay tuned for their session date and time!

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/connect-conference-2026-tickets-1978626738839?aff=oddtdtcreator

📢 Registration is OPEN for CONNECT Conference 2026!📍Moscow, Idaho🗓️ May 20-22, 2026Join us for an experience focused on ...
03/17/2026

📢 Registration is OPEN for CONNECT Conference 2026!

📍Moscow, Idaho
🗓️ May 20-22, 2026

Join us for an experience focused on career readiness, leadership, and connection.

What to Expect:
- Inspiring speakers
- Hands-on workshops
- Networking & real-world skills

Whether you're a student, family member, or professional, this is a space to build skills, make connections, and take the next step toward independence and employment.

Spots are limited!
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/connect-conference-2026-tickets-1978626738839?aff=oddtdtcreator

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