First-of-its-kind law improves college access for students with autism, intellectual disabilities

Posted on August 8, 2022

Originally published August 8, 2022 by Boston Globe

Brian Heffernan who has Down syndrome, attended Mass Bay Community College, stands outside of the college. Heffernan wears a blue blazer, white shirt and red tie, and a silver Irish crucifix on a chain around the neck.

Massachusetts has created a pathway for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities to take higher education courses despite not earning a standard high school diploma.

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