Planning a Life (PAL)

Registration is required.

Planning a Life (PAL): College & Beyond

Date: Saturday, July 25, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM–2:30 PM (Doors open at 9:30 AM)
Location: Schrafft’s Center, 529 Main Street, Charlestown, MA

Spaces are limited: For youth and young adults with disabilities ages 16–21, their families / caregivers, and the professionals who support them.

Thinking about life after high school?

Whether you’re considering college or just starting to think about what’s next, FCSN’s Planning a Life (PAL): College & Beyond can help you learn more about your choices and plan for the future.

This interactive, one-day, in-person event brings together students, families, and professionals to explore multiple pathways to college in a welcoming and supportive environment.

Explore Your Options
Learn about college pathways from staff and students who have attended:

• MAIPSE program
• Community colleges
• Four-year colleges and universities

Students Share Their College Success Stories and Struggles
Hear directly from students with disabilities who are either in or recently finished their college experience. They’ll share:

• What college is really like
• What surprised them most
• Challenges they faced and how they overcame them
• Advice they would give to future students

The Transition from High School to College
Learn what’s different between high school and college, and how to access resources to prepare for that difference:

• Finding mental health resources
• Requesting and accessing accommodations
• Balancing class, work, and extracurricular activities
• Adding structure to unstructured days
• And more!

Bring your questions and learn from people who have been where you are.

Who Will Attend?

• Youth and young adults with disabilities ages 16–21
• Parents and caregivers
• Educators, transition professionals, and service providers

Important Information

1. Registration is required.
2. Space is limited.
3. This is not a drop-off event. Participants who are not their own guardian must have a parent or caregiver remain on site for the entire event.

Cost

• Parents/Caregivers: $25
• Youth: Free with a registered parent or caregiver
• Young adults who are their own guardian: $25
• Professionals: $50

Scholarships are available
We do not want cost to be a barrier. If you need a scholarship, please contact transition@fcsn.org.

Register now to reserve your spot! – Scholarships Available

Planning a Life (PAL): July 25, 2026 Registration

The Federation for Children with Special Needs is funded by grants which require us to collect data. Our registration is confidential and used to ensure we are supporting all communities. We do not share personal information nor do we sell to third parties. Please contact us with any accommodation requests at info@fcsn.org.

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PAL Registration Tiers(Required)

Parent/Caregiver (Youth is free with parent) $25.00

Young Adult (18+, no parent/caregiver) $25.00

Professional $50.00

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