Category Archives: Events

Ramping Up for Independence

Posted on December 21, 2011 by Polly Wiley

A six-part training series for transition-age youth with disabilities and their parents will begin in January at the Ed Roberts Campus.  Designed for youth with autism, cerebral palsy, intellectual disabilities, etc., the Ramping Up for Independence series will be presented by … Continue reading →

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Unique Monique

Posted on November 29, 2011 by Polly Wiley

Not only is her artwork stunningly beautiful (IMHO), but she creates it using a head wand and computer!  Monique Harris has cerebral palsy, but that hasn’t stopped her from obtaining an associates degree in business and running two businesses of … Continue reading →

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The iPad Project

Posted on November 22, 2011 by Polly Wiley

The Center for Accessible Technologies (Berkeley, CA) has an exciting new program for people with speech disabilities called The iPad Project.  They have created a lending library of iPads and iPod Touches that are loaded with over 100 AAC (Augmentative … Continue reading →

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Virtual Hiring Event – Nov 3, 2011

Posted on October 31, 2011 by Polly Wiley

The Feds are hiring . . . especially veterans and people with disabilities.  The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Health and Human Services (HHS) will be hosting their first Virtual Hiring Event on Thursday, November 3. “All participants in … Continue reading →

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Free Computer Help Day!

Posted on October 5, 2011 by Polly Wiley

That’s right.  Our CTP technicians will be providing FREE computer help on Saturday, October 15 from 11:00 to 3:00.  Just bring in your computer and our technicians will diagnose and repair most common computer problems.  Also get advice on how … Continue reading →

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Virtual Veterans Career Fair

Posted on September 7, 2011 by Polly Wiley

Mark your calendar for September 12.  That’s when active duty service members, veterans, and military spouses can meet withemployers from around the world during a Virtual Veterans Career Fair.  You can visit employer booths, view and apply for jobs and … Continue reading →

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Live Chat about Children with Disabilities

Posted on June 22, 2011 by Polly Wiley

The Chicago Tribune is hosting a live online chat about children with disabilities and ways  their parents can help them thrive at 10:00 a.m. (Pacific time) on Tuesday, June 28.  For more details on the panel of experts and how … Continue reading →

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Free classes at CTP!

Posted on June 9, 2011 by Polly Wiley

If you’ve been wanting to learn about photo editing and/or digital scrapbooking, CTP’s free one-day introductory classes are for you. Intro to Free Photo and Image Editing Software will be held Tuesday, June 14 from 6:00 – 7:30 pm.  Registration … Continue reading →

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Creative Suite for the Office Set

Posted on February 10, 2011 by Alex Tabony

Stay competitive in today’s tough job market. This two-evening class provides a brief introduction to desktop publishing and creative skills necessary to survive in today’s office environment. Geared to administrative professionals, topics include an overview of Adobe Creative Suite, productivity … Continue reading →

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CTP Board of Directors' 2009 Raffle Fundraiser!!

Posted on January 2, 2010 by Alex Tabony

2009 Raffle Fundraiser : $10 per ticket or $50 for 6 tickets Continue reading →

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