HALO Program

06/05/2026

It's National Donut Day!
"Donut" forget that HALO applications are due by July 6.
Find more information on our website heartland.edu/halo or email us at [email protected].

06/04/2026

HALO students...guess what today is?? It's Throwback Thursday time!!! Do you remember our first experiential event of the Fall 25 semester? We visited the Normal Public Library where you practiced how to login to your Heartland email from outside the college in a public access location. You also learned about all the community resources that the library offers...remember the Tinker Studio?? We finished the trip with lunch at Jimmy John's practicing our social skills! Tell us, what was your favorite part of this experiential event??

06/03/2026

HALO is proud to welcome the newest member of the Class of 2028 at Heartland Community College -- Josiah Townsend!

06/02/2026

The Penguin Project of McLean County's next production--"The Addams Family"--features several of our current and former HALO students. Mark your calendars for Jun 4-7. Tickets can be purchased at the door or at penguinprojectmclean.org.

06/01/2026

HALO Applications Are Open for 2026!
Are you interested in being a part of HALO this fall?
Step 1: Set up a campus visit--Go to our website and sign up for a time to visit campus and learn more about our program.
Step 2: Apply--Complete all application materials available on our website at heartland.edu/halo and submit by July 6, 2026.
Step 3: Interview--Come in for an interview and find out if HALO is the right fit for you

Questions? Contact us at [email protected] or 309-268-8255.

05/29/2026

The HALO Transition Year allows students to explore the question "What is Next?" This year-long experience assists students in transitioning into College or the Work Force with the support of their peers, instructors, and family. Students will identify their future goals and develop an action plan alongside their coursework to further those goals though activities both in and outside of the classroom. Learn more at https://www.heartland.edu/halo/HALOTransitionYear/index.html

05/28/2026

HALO graduate Daniel Johnson was interviewed this week about The Penguin Project of McLean County and their upcoming production of "The Addams Family." Many HALO students enjoy expressing their creativity and building friendships through The Penguin Project and their incredible productions.

The Penguin Project of McLean County is back with its 16th heartwarming production, proving that disabilities don't limit talent! This year's show is "The Addams Family"!

05/27/2026

Congratulations to Jared Witte, Collin Felde, Will Raycraft, Kendall Meredith, Ari Peck, and Emily Forrest! They successfully completed credit courses this semester at Heartland Community College in addition to their HALO classes. You all did a great job!

05/26/2026

Meet the newest member of the HALO Class of 2028 at Heartland Community College -- Sophia Lawson!

05/25/2026

HALO offices and all Heartland Community College campuses are closed today in honor of Memorial Day.