SESSION V

(1:15 – 2:05)
PROGRAM # 34

The Forever Changing World of Financial Aid…Both on a Federal and State

Level-Update 2017-2018 (Sponsored by Dominican College)
Just when you think you have a handle on the entire aid process, a change is made.  What are those
recent changes and how it will impact your students and families? This session will give you updates
on both the Federal and State levels to assist your college bound students.
Application: High School Counselors
Presenter:: Stacy Salinas, Director of Financial Aid, Dominican College

PROGRAM # 35
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Mindfulness Meditation to Reduce Stress for You and Your Students
Curious about Mindfulness mediation? This workshop will provide an overview of the science
behind Mindfulness-based stress reduction and an introduction to basic strategies, techniques, tools
and resources to help you and your students de-stress.
Application: Elementary, Middle & High School Counselors
Presenter: Carol Rapport-Sommer, Educational Consultant Hudson River School Solutions;
Retired Special Education & PPS Director

PROGRAM # 36

Supporting Transgender and Gender Non-Conforming Students throughout

the Admissions Process…
Trans and on-conforming students earn college degrees at a rate 20% higher than the national
average. Whether we work in high schools or colleges, we have a responsibility to improve awareness
and support for this population as they higher education. How can counselors and admission
officers help students throughout this process.
Application: Elementary, Middle and High School Counselors
Presenters: Lenni Yesner, Bard HS Early College, Queens; Immanuel Cruz, SUNY Oswego

PROGRAM # 37

Apprenticeship & Job Training Programs

Apprenticeship and job training programs offer opportunities for young people to develop skills
needed to enter the workforce and achieve economic and employment security. Learn about the
programs that exist in our region and how to promote apprenticeship and job training to your
students.
Application: High School Counselors
Presenters: Jennifer Puja, Director of the Westchester-Putnam Central Labor Body; TBA:
Representatives of apprenticeship & job training programs in the Lower Hudson Valley
 PROGRAM # 38

Fostering Independence: Key features for Programs Servicing Students with

Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. 
This presentation will provide an overview of important skills, activities and supports needed to
help students in a life skills and functional academic program become as independent as they can for
their post secondary transitions. Topics include transition timelines, important program features for
success and supporting families in the post secondary transition process.
Application: Elementary, Middle and High School Counselors
Presenter: Amanda Allison, LMSW BCBA LBA, Assist Principal, Southern Westchester BOCES

PROGRAM # 39

Discover the City University of New York

Come find out what makes CUNY an excellent educational option of outstanding value that drives
social good and transforms lives. Over 270,000 students enroll annually in CUNY’s 1,750 degree
programs offered at 25 campuses . Explore programs like ACE/ASAP that offer students financial,
advisement and academic support; the Macaulay Honors and Scholarship programs; and CUNY’s
new Medical School. Engage in a discussion about the new CUNY application and find out which
CUNY colleges will also be using the Common Application.
Application: High School Counselors
Presenters: Mark Ciolli, University Director of Admissions and Recruitment and Laurie Austin,
Director of Admissions, Lehman College

PROGRAM # 40

Will You Have Enough Money to Retire? Workshop

“It’s not about how much money you make. It’s how much you keep!” The uncertainties of the
stock market and the economy make it difficult to plan a financially successful retirement.
Regardless, it is imperative to educate yourself and prepare for your financial future. In this
workshop, you will learn proven strategies for retirement planning. You will learn effective methods
to optimize and manage your 403b, 457 plans and other investments, prudent college saving
techniques, maximize your Social Security benefits and protect your investments against rising
healthcare costs.
Application: All Counselors
Presenters: Joseph Brunelli, Financial Advisor,