Please join BLaST IU17 and the Pennsylvania College of Technology as we present the biennial 2026 Transition Conference. We look forward to welcoming you to campus!
This event is open to Special Education High School students in grades 10-12 as well as parents, guardians, and other interested parties residing in Bradford, Clinton, Lycoming, Sullivan and Tioga counties. We will be providing speakers and breakout sessions on the following pathways: Postsecondary Education and Training, Employment, and Community Engagement.
8:30 AM - 2 PM
Friday, October 16, 2026
Registration is set to open September 2026
Choose the transition pathway that's right for you!
8:30 - 9 AMCheck-In
9 - 9:10 AMWelcome
9:15 - 9:45 AMBlock 1
9:55 - 10:25 AMBlock 2
10:35 - 11:20 AMKeynote Speaker
11:30 AM - 12:15 PMLunch/VendorGroup 1: Lunch/Group 2: Vendor
12:15 - 1 PM Lunch/VendorGroup 2: Lunch/ Group 1: Vendor
1:10 - 1:40 PMBlock 3
1:45 - 2:00 PMSurvey Collection and Closing
Sean Forbes is a co-founder of the Deaf Professional Arts Network (D-PAN), an alumnus of the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), a professional musician, and a keynote speaker. As a Deaf individual, Sean overcame systemic barriers to build a successful career in the music and media industries. Today, he uses high-energy musical performances and accessible media design to create inclusive experiences. Through his keynote presentations and live shows, Sean inspires young adults, educators, and families by proving that entering the real world is a powerful opportunity to redefine what is possible.
