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How Mansfield Hall Differs from CIP Worldwide and CLE: Understanding the Key Differences
When it comes to college support programs, Mansfield Hall stands out in several key ways that differentiate it from its counterparts, such as CIP Worldwide (College Internship Program) and CLE (College Living Experience). Here are the main differences: Mansfield Hall…
College Support Program: Getting Ready for the Fall at Mansfield Hall
Walking home from dinner last week, after enjoying a beautiful evening on Church St., in downtown Burlington, I overheard someone say that it was the first night that the sun went down before 8pm, and yesterday I saw my first…
Accommodations and Modifications in College: Accommodating College
One of the most common inquiries we receive is related to the availability of accommodations in the post-secondary environment. Accommodations are supports and services provided on college campuses to provide qualified students with disabilities equal access and the opportunity to…
The Changing Collegiate Landscape for Students with Disabilities: The Need for College Support Programs
Early in the history of American schooling, high school was reserved for the brightest students, those who would become our doctors, lawyers, and engineers. As high school became the norm for all students, college began to play the role of differentiating…
Life Skills Assessment: Charting the Journey to Independence for Students with Asperger’s Syndrome and Other Disabilities
At Mansfield Hall we’re passionate about the idea of destinations. Destinations provide us with a goal or end point. They help clarify what the finish line looks like. They illuminate a pathway; and they allow us to measure our steps…
College Learning and Living: The importance of stretching beyond our comfort zone
Fishing is a popular pastime in my family and has become my favorite way to spend free time as an adult. There are many expressions and phrases that I have heard over the years related to fishing. However, there is one that I use regularly today both on and off the water: “You can’t catch a fish if you don’t put a line in the water.”
How Do You Measure Success in the Quest for Independence?
People frequently ask me: How do you know you have achieved success with a young adult? When do you know they are ready to transition to independence?
Why is Volunteering Important?
On a rainy October Saturday morning, a group of near strangers gathered for the ‘Out of the Darkness Walk’ in support of a classmate at Mansfield Hall. Witnessing their overwhelming support highlighted the incredible power of volunteering. In this article,…
Anchoring Social Skills in the Real World: Authentic College Support Program
Most would agree that the earliest institutions of education were in the form of apprenticeships. The Master Carpenter would take on a student and teach them how to construct buildings through on the job training. The student would learn math,…
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We`re so lucky to have an incredible team of staff across our three locations, and we want to highlight them!
Starting with Naomi, one of our Madison based Academic Directors.
October is ADHD Awareness Month- let`s talk about it.
ADHD isn’t just about being “hyperactive” or “distracted” - it’s about how the brain manages attention, motivation, and regulation.
At Mansfield Hall, we help students understand their own unique ADHD profiles and develop personalized strategies for success! #adhd #adhdawareness #adhdsupport #adhdcoach #neurodivergent #neurodivergentcommunity
Due to an unfortunate drought that Vermont has been experiencing this summer, Lake Champlain is down to levels we haven’t seen since 1934.
It’s not all bad news though! Because of this we were able to Law Island- usually only accessible by kayak, it was a great adventure 🚣♂️
Still reminiscing about last weekend 🍎.
Our Burlington campus had the pleasure of welcoming families for parents weekend- a time for parents to visit with their students, see what they’ve been up to, and spend some quality time together.
We were lucky to have a perfect fall weekend which included apple picking at Shelburne Orchards.
Parents, it was a pleasure to have you!
Friday recap incoming!
Our Eugene students have been busy soaking up the gorgeous weather with a hike up Skinners Butte and a trip to the Natural History Museum.
Madison students had themselves a milkshake party in amongst classes, homework, and everything else.
Burlington students are kicking off parents weekend this morning- more to come!
Students, what are you looking forward to this weekend?
This week we had the pleasure of celebrating our (now former) Mansfield Hall student Noah.
We got to hear his spin on some songs, enjoyed cake, and had a generally merry time.
Congratulations on graduating with your Associate`s in Design and Media Studies and your certificate in Digital Media Production- we can`t wait to see what you do next 🎓
