Author: Shana McCarty

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Student Spotlight: Cole Whitehurst and Glenn Ison

Cole Whitehurst and Glenn Ison smile at a table in the library with pens and worksheets in front of them. Shelves of colorful books are visible in the background.
Cole Whitehurst and Glenn Ison smile at a table in the library with pens and worksheets in front of them. Shelves of colorful books are visible in the background.

Cole and Glenn are a great team when it comes to learning about skills they need to be ready for work!

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Disability Teen Blog

Student Spotlight: Ally Sloat’s Journey Toward Self-Discovery and Self-Advocacy

Ally Sloat smiling at a restaurant table with a plate of fries and fried chicken in front of her.

At The IMAGE Center, we love celebrating the achievements of our students—and today, we’re proud to shine the spotlight on Alexandra “Ally” Sloat, one of our incredible Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) participants! Ally recently completed our Self-Awareness and Self-Advocacy training, part of our Pre-ETS curriculum designed to help students explore who they are and how […]

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Teen Blog

NOW REGISTERING! The Connect Program for Teens and Young Adults

Group of smiling young adults with disabilities laugh together outside near colorful playground equipment. Text reads: 'The Connect Program for Teens and Young Adults. Tuesday’s from 6:00 to 7:30 pm | Beginning May 6, 2025.' Orange button says 'Registering Now!'

Session 3 of Teen Connect is rapidly approaching! The IMAGE Center’s Connect Program empowers teens and young adults with disabilities to step outside of their comfort zone, make connections with their community, build social experiences, and recognize and achieve skills needed for increased independence in adulthood. Click here to register for The Connect Program Upon […]