Impact Stories — Way2Work Maryland

Throughout June, we will celebrate the graduating high school class of 2020. This third blog in the series highlights two students from Maryland’s Way2Work program. Stay tuned as the graduates featured in this blog will also be part of the VR 100 webinar series in August.  

Congratulations graduates! A spotlight on Way2Work Maryland participants

Way2Work Maryland is a partnership between the University of Maryland’s Center for Transition and Career Innovation and the Division of Rehabilitation Services through the Maryland State Department of Education. It is a project designed to improve the academic and career success of students with disabilities in Maryland through work-based learning experiences. The project serves students with either an Individualized Education Program or a 504 Plan who will complete high school with a diploma or certificate.

Chris Jones of Lothian, Maryland

Southern High School, Harwood, MD

Chris Jones, who enrolled in the Way2Work Maryland Program to access work experiences that would lead to a career, wanted to share his love of animals with others, especially younger kids.

Before participating in Way2Work, Chris struggled to convert his passion into a career.

Chris was enrolled in special education during his secondary school years, having significant [...]

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