In this episode of On the Clock, Todd Dallas Lamb sat down with a superintendent and a parent who discuss career readiness for students with disabilities.

Dr. Aaron Spence, Superintendent, Virginia Beach City Public Schools:

A passionate and visionary leader in public education for nearly three decades, Dr. Aaron Spence is committed to ensuring that all students have access to the rigorous coursework, innovative learning opportunities and resources they need to prepare them for success in college, the military or the workforce. During his time in Virginia Beach, Dr. Spence has led division efforts to systematically address equity and poverty issues and their resulting impact on academic achievement, student engagement and discipline. Dr. Spence was also the 2018 Virginia Superintendent of the Year.

Sara Cummings, Virginia Beach City Public Schools Parent:

Sara Cummings has a daughter who benefited from the Project Search program, which prepares young people with significant disabilities for success in competitive integrated employment.

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Learn more about Project Search here!