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College grants target ‘intellectually disabled’ — Joanne Jacobs

College grants target ‘intellectually disabled’ — Joanne Jacobs

College grants target ‘intellectually disabled’

As part of the president’s push to lead the world in college graduates, the Education Department is funding $10.9 million in grants to help students with students with intellectual disabilities attend college.

“Intellectual disabilities” is the new PC term for mental retardation.

The money will fund transitional programs at two- and four-year colleges “that focus on academics and instruction, social activities, employment experiences through work-based learning and internships, and independent living.”

. . . Bergen Community College in New Jersey will use its $394,918 grant to serve 100 students