Eagle Connections

As  TSC students, Eagle Connections students are eligible to participate in and utilize the:

• Clubs and Organizations
• Library, Learning Commons, and Learning Specialists
• Mental Health Counseling Center and Career Services
• Gym and Intramural Sports
• Faculty office hours 

A typical semester consists of attending classes, study time, life skills sessions, and social opportunities. Regular one-on-one meetings with program staff occur to establish and work towards person-centered planning goals through the Students Transitioning to Adult Roles (STAR) model from Project 10 Transition Education Network. Students are also expected to spend time on their own studying and completing assignments. Students follow College policies for attendance, code of conduct, and accommodations.

 Admission and Application Guide

Applicants must have or meet the following criteria: 

1. A documented Intellectual Disability (ID) that impacts progression in a standard curriculum in pursuit of a postsecondary degree or certificate (Students may have co-occurring disabilities.) 
2. Graduated with a high school diploma or high school equivalency (i.e. GED)
3. Is at least 18 years old
4. Has employment and community participation as personal goals 
5. Is capable of mobility on adult campuses, including transportation to and from campus
6. Displays a level of social maturity conducive to an adult environment (i.e. employment and educational settings) 
7. Has the ability to maintain self-care and personal hygiene independently
8. Has a support system committed to a collaborative partnership
9. Has a reliable means of communication

Applicants must submit the following required documentation as applicable:    

1. TSC online application for admission as a non-degree seeking student, including proof of residency. 
   1. Make sure to save TSC student ID, email and password. 
2. Eagle Connections application including three reference letters.
   1. Eagle Connections Application Fillable PDF
   2. Eagle Connections Reference Letter
3. Documentation of an Intellectual Disability and any co-occurring disabilities. Refer to SAS Documentation Guidelines (ID must be clearly stated)
4. Copy of most recent educational evaluation or summary of performance (SOP) and may also include most recent Vocational Rehabilitation plan
5. Proof of graduation/completion (i.e. official and final high school transcript or GED)
6. Student Accessibility Services (SAS) application 

To receive the most resources and comprehensive services within the community, it is highly recommended that students complete the Leon County Schools Transition Program and register with Agency for Persons with Disabilities and Vocational Rehabilitation prior to applying for the Eagle Connections program. Vocational Rehabilitation clients should list Eagle Connections courses and supplemental activities on their employment plan. While these recommendations are not criteria for eligibility, they help construct a holistic, multifaceted approach to best serve and support students.

If interested in applying, please contact the program. Applications can be submitted throughout the academic year, with a typical due date of May 1st prior to the admitting fall term.  Once applications have been reviewed, qualified applicants will be contacted for a mandatory student and student support person(s) interview to determine admission into the program. If the program has reached capacity, applicants will be placed on a waiting list.