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Three key post-secondary options for learning disability students at Casa Grande Union High School District

Hendricks, Sonya Falana (2023) Three key post-secondary options for learning disability students at Casa Grande Union High School District. Doctoral thesis, Northern Arizona University.

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Abstract

The transition from high school to the post-secondary world for students with disabilities can be challenging. The ability to successfully identify these exclusive needs can determine the socio-economic trajectory for students with a learning disability. Fortunately, there are several post-secondary options available for the students upon graduation. These options include, but are not limited to, enrolling in community colleges or universities, participation in trade or vocational training programs, or entering competitive integrated employment. The purpose of this study is to examine whether relationships exist between survey results and demographics (gender, ethnicity, and disability) within the three key post-secondary options in the Casa Grande Union High School District in Casa Grande, Arizona. The knowledge gained from this study hopefully will help determine how Casa Grande Union High School District can decrease the gap when assisting students with post-secondary options. This could also improve the students chances of being self-sufficient and ultimately, live successful lives.

Item Type: Thesis (Doctoral)
Publisher’s Statement: © Copyright is held by the author. Digital access to this material is made possible by the Cline Library, Northern Arizona University. Further transmission, reproduction or presentation of protected items is prohibited except with permission of the author.
Keywords: career technical training; college; competitive; integrated employment; learning disability (LD); Casa Grande, Arizona
Subjects: L Education > LC Special aspects of education
NAU Depositing Author Academic Status: Student
Department/Unit: Graduate College > Theses and Dissertations
College of Education > Educational Leadership
Date Deposited: 12 May 2025 21:35
Last Modified: 12 May 2025 21:35
URI: https://openknowledge.nau.edu/id/eprint/6129

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