Our Six Decades of Ivymount celebration year is wrapping up, but we’re moving forward and you’re a big part of our Momentum! Working together, we will help individuals with unique learning needs and disabilities live their best lives. We will lead the way as a nationally recognized non-profit organization providing trusted educational, therapeutic and professional services.
At the Six Decades of Ivymount Gala, contributors to the Fund-A-Cause benefited the Investing in Excellence initiative, which supports staff training and compensation, research and development, and sharing what works with families and professionals.
Here’s just some of what your investment achieved since the gala!
FURTHERED STAFF EXCELLENCE
- Ivymount staff enhanced their skills through more than 95 professional development opportunities
- 100% of staff in an advanced training group reported professional growth, with 94% noting increased job satisfaction
EMPOWERED INNOVATION
- 18 staff received stipends for Fellowship projects beyond their jobs, collaborating across departments to design new ways to support our learners
- Staff conducted 9 applied research studies, including 3 with universities and professional partners
SHARED WHAT WORKS
- Our teams provided leadership through trainings and internships with 33 professionals across disciplines and universities
- Staff presented 17 times at national and regional conferences plus schools and universities
BOLSTERED OUR COMMUNITY
- We gave our learners and clients a voice in planning their futures by creating and sharing a free online resource for families and professionals – This is Me (TiME) Self-advocacy Tool Guide
- We connected with families, professionals and the community through more than 35 training sessions and 60 events
Thank you for investing in Ivymount and the staff who propel our mission!
