Functional Science
Our topic is weather including; climate, thunderstorms, clouds, tornadoes, hurricanes, and weather safety.
Functional Math
Budgeting and Time management
Functional Reading
Cell phone etiquette needed in everyday routines.
Wednesday, March 4, 2020
Tuesday, December 3, 2019
Wednesday, November 6, 2019
Monday, October 7, 2019
October 2019
October 7:
Fall Festivals
In our Leveled Book, Mark learns how to make his flashlight work. Flashlights can be helpful tools to have when you are outside after dark. For which of the following fall activities would a flashlight be helpful? Why? making apple pie trick or treating carving pumpkins hayride
October 14: World Series
In our Chapter Book, we learn about science. Science can help us learn about many things in our world, including baseball. Read the n2y Library Book, The Physics of Baseball, by Kathy Staugler, to learn about force, speed, friction, trajectory and gravity. Then watch for examples of each of these things as you enjoy this year’s World Series.
October 21: Celebrating Dinosaurs!
In this unit, we learned about some famous scientists. Some scientists study dinosaurs and other plants and animals from long ago. These scientists are called paleontologists. Interested in learning more about paleontologists and what they do? Visit this site where Mark Norell tells what it’s like to be a paleontologist: https://www.amnh.org/explore/ology/paleontol ogy/being-a-paleontologist-mark-norell
October 28: Awesome Kids’ Museum
At the National Children’s Museum, kids get to participate in activities that help them learn about science and other subjects. Choose one of the scientists you learned about this month and design an activity that teaches about this person. Then turn your classroom into a museum and invite students from another class to come learn about the scientist. Assign each student a job to do at the “museum.” For example, students might greet visitors, present information or answer questions.
In our Leveled Book, Mark learns how to make his flashlight work. Flashlights can be helpful tools to have when you are outside after dark. For which of the following fall activities would a flashlight be helpful? Why? making apple pie trick or treating carving pumpkins hayride
October 14: World Series
In our Chapter Book, we learn about science. Science can help us learn about many things in our world, including baseball. Read the n2y Library Book, The Physics of Baseball, by Kathy Staugler, to learn about force, speed, friction, trajectory and gravity. Then watch for examples of each of these things as you enjoy this year’s World Series.
October 21: Celebrating Dinosaurs!
In this unit, we learned about some famous scientists. Some scientists study dinosaurs and other plants and animals from long ago. These scientists are called paleontologists. Interested in learning more about paleontologists and what they do? Visit this site where Mark Norell tells what it’s like to be a paleontologist: https://www.amnh.org/explore/ology/paleontol ogy/being-a-paleontologist-mark-norell
October 28: Awesome Kids’ Museum
At the National Children’s Museum, kids get to participate in activities that help them learn about science and other subjects. Choose one of the scientists you learned about this month and design an activity that teaches about this person. Then turn your classroom into a museum and invite students from another class to come learn about the scientist. Assign each student a job to do at the “museum.” For example, students might greet visitors, present information or answer questions.
Thursday, August 22, 2019
August/ September
The unit stories help young adults learn the importance of thinking before making a decision. In the first story, Zach goes to the amusement park and is able to choose the activities he wants to try. The story covers the thought-process that Zach uses to make decisions that are right for him. In the second story, Aaron and Adele are faced with many opportunities to make decisions at amusement park concession stands. After choosing to eat too much junk food, Adele gets sick and misses out on the fun. Three articles offer more information and activities that give our young adults the opportunity to learn about making choices for themselves by exploring healthy food options and thinking about their likes and dislikes. Regular monthly lessons are provided which offer the opportunity to practice making choices about nutrition and recreation-leisure activities in various daily life situations. Making good financial decisions is explored as team members pay bills and budget to go on a trip. Five recipes are offered to allow our young adults to express their likes and dislikes and get hands-on with nutrition skills. Social and communication skills are the focus of lessons presenting daily social trivia scenarios that offer more opportunity for our young adults to think about their choices before making a decision. Employment continues to be a regular focus for several lessons each month. Lessons include exploring different jobs, reading job ads, completing job applications and practicing interview skills. Simple, realistic scenarios address job skills and interactions at work. The final lesson highlights volunteering as a way to practice job skills and gain practical work experience. This month's volunteer activity is helping with the school’s Midway Field Day event. The activity can be role played if it is not practical to participate in a real life situation. Job skills are emphasized as team members take on various tasks. Related topics can be researched using the internet or interviewing others about the topic. The News-2-You weekly newspaper provides a variety of relevant current event topics in several simple reading formats. Supporting activities such as jokes, recipes and games are included as well. The newspaper features a new current event topic each week.
The unit stories help young adults learn the importance of thinking before making a decision. In the first story, Zach goes to the amusement park and is able to choose the activities he wants to try. The story covers the thought-process that Zach uses to make decisions that are right for him. In the second story, Aaron and Adele are faced with many opportunities to make decisions at amusement park concession stands. After choosing to eat too much junk food, Adele gets sick and misses out on the fun. Three articles offer more information and activities that give our young adults the opportunity to learn about making choices for themselves by exploring healthy food options and thinking about their likes and dislikes. Regular monthly lessons are provided which offer the opportunity to practice making choices about nutrition and recreation-leisure activities in various daily life situations. Making good financial decisions is explored as team members pay bills and budget to go on a trip. Five recipes are offered to allow our young adults to express their likes and dislikes and get hands-on with nutrition skills. Social and communication skills are the focus of lessons presenting daily social trivia scenarios that offer more opportunity for our young adults to think about their choices before making a decision. Employment continues to be a regular focus for several lessons each month. Lessons include exploring different jobs, reading job ads, completing job applications and practicing interview skills. Simple, realistic scenarios address job skills and interactions at work. The final lesson highlights volunteering as a way to practice job skills and gain practical work experience. This month's volunteer activity is helping with the school’s Midway Field Day event. The activity can be role played if it is not practical to participate in a real life situation. Job skills are emphasized as team members take on various tasks. Related topics can be researched using the internet or interviewing others about the topic. The News-2-You weekly newspaper provides a variety of relevant current event topics in several simple reading formats. Supporting activities such as jokes, recipes and games are included as well. The newspaper features a new current event topic each week.
Monday, April 15, 2019
April 2019
The topic of making good decisions is presented in this month's unit titled, "What to Do, What to Do". The unit lessons will provide tools and a process for making effective decisions including activities in the Transition Passport: Personal Life/Making Decisions. As we assist our young adults in the transition from school to work, it is necessary that they receive training in thinking through the good and bad consequences that can happen with the choices they make and the importance of learning from our mistakes. Understanding what can affect our decisions and reflecting on our decisions are important skills.
The unit stories help young adults learn about the importance of having a process to make good decisions. The first story stresses the importance of thinking about the good and the bad that can happen before making a decision. A young man wants to be a good worker, and has learned that a good worker is always on time. When he realizes that he missed the bus, he makes a quick decision that gets him in trouble.
The second story follows a young man that forgets to pick up soda, and decides to bring wine coolers to his class party instead. The emphasis of this story is on learning from our mistakes and asking for help when making a decision. Three articles offer more information and practice activities that will assist our young adults in making effective decisions.
Regular monthly lessons are provided, which offer the opportunity to practice good decision-making skills while solving practical math and money skills. Banking and budgeting are addressed. Daily living skills involved in cooking, including shopping for ingredients and following a recipe, are also part of a regular monthly lesson, offering five recipes. Social and communication skills are the focus of lessons presenting social trivia and everyday scenarios where using effective decision-making skills is emphasized.
Employment continues to be a regular focus for several lessons each month. Lessons include exploring different jobs, reading job ads, completing job applications and practicing interview skills. Simple, realistic scenarios address job skills and interactions at work. Job skills are emphasized as team members take on various tasks.
The unit stories help young adults learn about the importance of having a process to make good decisions. The first story stresses the importance of thinking about the good and the bad that can happen before making a decision. A young man wants to be a good worker, and has learned that a good worker is always on time. When he realizes that he missed the bus, he makes a quick decision that gets him in trouble.
The second story follows a young man that forgets to pick up soda, and decides to bring wine coolers to his class party instead. The emphasis of this story is on learning from our mistakes and asking for help when making a decision. Three articles offer more information and practice activities that will assist our young adults in making effective decisions.
Regular monthly lessons are provided, which offer the opportunity to practice good decision-making skills while solving practical math and money skills. Banking and budgeting are addressed. Daily living skills involved in cooking, including shopping for ingredients and following a recipe, are also part of a regular monthly lesson, offering five recipes. Social and communication skills are the focus of lessons presenting social trivia and everyday scenarios where using effective decision-making skills is emphasized.
Employment continues to be a regular focus for several lessons each month. Lessons include exploring different jobs, reading job ads, completing job applications and practicing interview skills. Simple, realistic scenarios address job skills and interactions at work. Job skills are emphasized as team members take on various tasks.
Monday, March 4, 2019
March 2019
The topic of first aid as presented in this month's unit titled, "Ouch, That Hurts!" The unit lessons cover various aspects of dealing with injuries including activities in the Transition Passport: Daily Living/Safety. As we assist our young adults in the transition from school to work, it is necessary that they receive training in taking care of themselves and others at home and in the workplace. It is important to understand how to treat minor injuries with first aid as well as when a situation is an emergency and requires more help.
The unit topic stories help young adults learn about first aid and emergency procedures. The first story shows how quickly an emergency can arise. Two friends take a walk in the woods on a sunny day. When one of the friends is seriously injured, the other must act quickly to get help. What to say to a 911 operator, and the importance of staying calm during an emergency are emphasized. The second story follows a young man as he experiences a series of minor accidents at home. The emphasis of this story is on what to do for a minor injury as well as prevention measures that should be taken to avoid accidents in the future. Three articles further define first aid and emergency procedures.
Regular monthly lessons are provided with a focus on practical math and money skills. Banking and budgeting are addressed using real-life scenarios and situations. Daily living skills involved in cooking, including shopping for ingredients and following a recipe are also part of a regular cooking lesson. Social and communication skills are the focus of lessons presenting social trivia and everyday communication scenarios. This month’s everyday communication scenario introduces strategies for compromising when a disagreement occurs.
Employment continues to be a regular focus for several lessons each month. Lessons include exploring different jobs, reading job ads, completing job applications and practicing interview skills. Simple, realistic scenarios address job skills and interactions at work. The activity can be role played if it is not practical to participate in a real-life situation. Job skills are emphasized as team members take on various tasks.
The unit topic stories help young adults learn about first aid and emergency procedures. The first story shows how quickly an emergency can arise. Two friends take a walk in the woods on a sunny day. When one of the friends is seriously injured, the other must act quickly to get help. What to say to a 911 operator, and the importance of staying calm during an emergency are emphasized. The second story follows a young man as he experiences a series of minor accidents at home. The emphasis of this story is on what to do for a minor injury as well as prevention measures that should be taken to avoid accidents in the future. Three articles further define first aid and emergency procedures.
Regular monthly lessons are provided with a focus on practical math and money skills. Banking and budgeting are addressed using real-life scenarios and situations. Daily living skills involved in cooking, including shopping for ingredients and following a recipe are also part of a regular cooking lesson. Social and communication skills are the focus of lessons presenting social trivia and everyday communication scenarios. This month’s everyday communication scenario introduces strategies for compromising when a disagreement occurs.
Employment continues to be a regular focus for several lessons each month. Lessons include exploring different jobs, reading job ads, completing job applications and practicing interview skills. Simple, realistic scenarios address job skills and interactions at work. The activity can be role played if it is not practical to participate in a real-life situation. Job skills are emphasized as team members take on various tasks.
Tuesday, February 5, 2019
February 2019
This month’s unit focuses on one of the topic of Getting Along With Others. As we assist our young adults in the transition from school to work, it is necessary that they receive training in getting along with other people in a variety of relationships. The unit provides a focus on how relationships are different and how our behavior should reflect these differences.
The unit stories help young adults learn about how to get along with others. The first Topic Story follows a young man who begins his first job. He has the skills needed to do the job, but understands that his social skills are just as important as his job skills. The story emphasizes appropriate ways to treat co-workers, supervisors and customers. The second Topic Story addresses the social skills that are used when meeting new people. Three articles further explore how to get along with others as each focuses on different types of relationships. Close relationships, work relationships, friendships and interactions with acquaintances and strangers are covered. The aligned activities cover socially acceptable interactions, including understanding when trust has been lost, sending appropriate text messages and following community rules.
Other monthly lessons support practical application of math concepts with content that addresses time calculation, money problems, banking and budgeting. Realistic content and practical application are emphasized in these lessons. Social skills are stressed using a monthly calendar of social trivia as well as communication scenarios that supplement the unit topic.
Employment continues to be a regular focus for several lessons each month. Lessons include exploring different jobs, reading job ads, completing job applications and practicing interview skills. Positive attitudes on the job are addressed with simple, realistic scenarios that present examples of how to interact with co-workers and supervisors.
The unit stories help young adults learn about how to get along with others. The first Topic Story follows a young man who begins his first job. He has the skills needed to do the job, but understands that his social skills are just as important as his job skills. The story emphasizes appropriate ways to treat co-workers, supervisors and customers. The second Topic Story addresses the social skills that are used when meeting new people. Three articles further explore how to get along with others as each focuses on different types of relationships. Close relationships, work relationships, friendships and interactions with acquaintances and strangers are covered. The aligned activities cover socially acceptable interactions, including understanding when trust has been lost, sending appropriate text messages and following community rules.
Other monthly lessons support practical application of math concepts with content that addresses time calculation, money problems, banking and budgeting. Realistic content and practical application are emphasized in these lessons. Social skills are stressed using a monthly calendar of social trivia as well as communication scenarios that supplement the unit topic.
Employment continues to be a regular focus for several lessons each month. Lessons include exploring different jobs, reading job ads, completing job applications and practicing interview skills. Positive attitudes on the job are addressed with simple, realistic scenarios that present examples of how to interact with co-workers and supervisors.
Thursday, January 10, 2019
January 2019
This month's unit's stories help young adults learn about safety through instruction about routine and appropriate use of household appliances and tools. The first story shows how a young woman learns about making simple home repairs alongside her grandfather. Basic household tools are introduced in this story. The second story focuses on safety rules that must be followed when completing household tasks, like cooking or cleaning. In this story, a brother and a sister surprise their mother by completing her daily list of chores while adhering to simple safety rules. Each story is followed by comprehension questions that address key points and help facilitate discussion. Three articles further explore home safety issues by providing information about calling a professional for large home repairs, using household tools safely and establishing a cleaning routine. Each article is followed by an activity designed to emphasize important content.
Other monthly lessons support practical application of math concepts with content that addresses time calculation, money problems, banking and budgeting. Realistic content and practical application are emphasized in these lessons. Social skills are stressed using a monthly calendar of social trivia as well as communication scenarios. This month addresses how to be a good listener.
Employment continues to be a regular focus for several lessons each month. Lessons include exploring different jobs, reading job ads, completing job applications and practicing interview skills. Positive attitudes on the job are addressed with simple, realistic scenarios that present examples of how to interact with co-workers and supervisors.
Other monthly lessons support practical application of math concepts with content that addresses time calculation, money problems, banking and budgeting. Realistic content and practical application are emphasized in these lessons. Social skills are stressed using a monthly calendar of social trivia as well as communication scenarios. This month addresses how to be a good listener.
Employment continues to be a regular focus for several lessons each month. Lessons include exploring different jobs, reading job ads, completing job applications and practicing interview skills. Positive attitudes on the job are addressed with simple, realistic scenarios that present examples of how to interact with co-workers and supervisors.
Wednesday, October 10, 2018
October 2018
The topic of nutrition as presented in this month’s unit titled, “Nutrition: A Healthy Me.” The unit provides lessons and activities about the importance of having a balanced diet and exercise including activities in the Transition Passport: Daily Living/Health evaluation tools. As we assist our young adults in the transition from school to work, it is necessary that they receive training in nutrition and exercise skills. Healthy living skills begin with making a plan, knowing your responsibilities and having the right tools. This unit will provide our young adults with the tools needed to learn about how to make good food choices and include regular exercise for a healthy lifestyle.
The unit stories help young adults learn the importance of good nutrition and exercise for a healthy life. In the first story, Emily and Kyle make different choices when eating at a buffet restaurant. Kyle learns that just because you can eat all you want doesn’t mean you should. In the second story, Kyle explores different options for exercise. He finds that going to a gym is not fun for him. Emily shares with Kyle how he can get exercise while having fun by playing sports and other fun activities. Three articles offer more information and activities that give our young adults the opportunity to learn about food groups, quantities and portion size, and how to make good snack choices.
Regular monthly lessons are provided which offer the opportunity to practice the skills needed to emphasize nutrition and exercise for a healthy life. Nutrition needs are addressed in banking and budgeting where the importance of budgeting for needs before spending money on wants is stressed. Daily living skills involved in food and exercise are part of a regular monthly lesson offering five recipes where our young adults can practice healthy food choices in the kitchen. Social and communication skills are the focus of lessons presenting daily social trivia scenarios offering more opportunity for our young adults to practice skills needed to stay healthy.
Employment continues to be a regular focus for several lessons each month. Lessons include exploring different jobs, reading job ads, completing job applications and practicing interview skills. Simple, realistic scenarios address job skills and interactions at work. The final lesson highlights volunteering as a way to practice job skills and gain practical work experience. This month's volunteer activity is organizing a Healthy Snack Expo to raise awareness of the importance of healthy food choices for a healthy life. The activity can be role played if it is not practical to participate in a real-life situation. Job skills are emphasized as team members take on various tasks.
The unit stories help young adults learn the importance of good nutrition and exercise for a healthy life. In the first story, Emily and Kyle make different choices when eating at a buffet restaurant. Kyle learns that just because you can eat all you want doesn’t mean you should. In the second story, Kyle explores different options for exercise. He finds that going to a gym is not fun for him. Emily shares with Kyle how he can get exercise while having fun by playing sports and other fun activities. Three articles offer more information and activities that give our young adults the opportunity to learn about food groups, quantities and portion size, and how to make good snack choices.
Regular monthly lessons are provided which offer the opportunity to practice the skills needed to emphasize nutrition and exercise for a healthy life. Nutrition needs are addressed in banking and budgeting where the importance of budgeting for needs before spending money on wants is stressed. Daily living skills involved in food and exercise are part of a regular monthly lesson offering five recipes where our young adults can practice healthy food choices in the kitchen. Social and communication skills are the focus of lessons presenting daily social trivia scenarios offering more opportunity for our young adults to practice skills needed to stay healthy.
Employment continues to be a regular focus for several lessons each month. Lessons include exploring different jobs, reading job ads, completing job applications and practicing interview skills. Simple, realistic scenarios address job skills and interactions at work. The final lesson highlights volunteering as a way to practice job skills and gain practical work experience. This month's volunteer activity is organizing a Healthy Snack Expo to raise awareness of the importance of healthy food choices for a healthy life. The activity can be role played if it is not practical to participate in a real-life situation. Job skills are emphasized as team members take on various tasks.
Tuesday, September 18, 2018
September 2018
The topic of laws and rights is presented in this month’s unit titled, “Understanding Laws and Rights.” The unit provides lessons and activities about individual rights to encourage and foster as much independence as possible. This unit also includes activities in the Transition Passport: Daily Living/ At Home/Evaluation Tools. As we assist our young adults in the transition from school to work, it is necessary that they receive training in self-advocacy skills and problem-solving skills. Self-advocacy skills begin with knowing your rights, knowing the laws and knowing your responsibilities. This unit will provide our young adults with the tools needed to learn how to stand up for their rights.
The unit stories help young adults learn the importance of understanding their personal rights. In the first story, Jasmine has a job that she likes and does well at. When a new co-worker begins harassing her at work, Jasmine struggles to decide what to do. The story follows Jasmine as she finally shares her concerns and gets the help she needs. In the second story, peer pressure is at play as a young man, Juan, is asked by a friend to steal. Juan finds the strength to say no to someone he thought was his friend. Three articles offer more information and activities that give our young adults the opportunity to learn about personal rights, rights in the community and rights at work.
Regular monthly lessons are provided which offer the opportunity to practice self-advocacy and problem-solving skills. The right to spend their own money is addressed in banking and budgeting where the importance of budgeting for needs before spending money on wants is stressed. Daily living skills are revisited in a regular monthly lesson, offering five recipes where our young adults can learn independence in the kitchen.Social and communication skills are the focus of lessons presenting daily social trivia scenarios offering more opportunity for our young adults to practice skills needed to problem-solve.
Employment continues to be a regular focus for several lessons each month. Lessons include exploring different jobs, reading job ads, completing job applications and practicing interview skills. Simple, realistic scenarios address job skills and interactions at work. The final lesson highlights volunteering as a way to practice job skills and gain practical work experience. This month's volunteer activity is helping at a Parent Open House Reception. The activity can be role-played if it is not practical to participate in a real-life situation. Job skills are emphasized as team members take on various tasks.
The unit stories help young adults learn the importance of understanding their personal rights. In the first story, Jasmine has a job that she likes and does well at. When a new co-worker begins harassing her at work, Jasmine struggles to decide what to do. The story follows Jasmine as she finally shares her concerns and gets the help she needs. In the second story, peer pressure is at play as a young man, Juan, is asked by a friend to steal. Juan finds the strength to say no to someone he thought was his friend. Three articles offer more information and activities that give our young adults the opportunity to learn about personal rights, rights in the community and rights at work.
Regular monthly lessons are provided which offer the opportunity to practice self-advocacy and problem-solving skills. The right to spend their own money is addressed in banking and budgeting where the importance of budgeting for needs before spending money on wants is stressed. Daily living skills are revisited in a regular monthly lesson, offering five recipes where our young adults can learn independence in the kitchen.Social and communication skills are the focus of lessons presenting daily social trivia scenarios offering more opportunity for our young adults to practice skills needed to problem-solve.
Employment continues to be a regular focus for several lessons each month. Lessons include exploring different jobs, reading job ads, completing job applications and practicing interview skills. Simple, realistic scenarios address job skills and interactions at work. The final lesson highlights volunteering as a way to practice job skills and gain practical work experience. This month's volunteer activity is helping at a Parent Open House Reception. The activity can be role-played if it is not practical to participate in a real-life situation. Job skills are emphasized as team members take on various tasks.
Friday, November 3, 2017
November 2017
This month’s topic of managing emotions is presented in this month's unit titled, “Feelings and Emotions.” The unit provides lessons and activities that address the importance of managing feelings and emotions by addressing topics such as how to identify emotions, use calm down strategies and apologize sincerely. As we assist our young adults in the transition from school to work, it is necessary that they receive opportunities to learn the skills needed to manage their feelings and emotions to maintain friendships and work relationships. In this unit, young adults will be provided with the tools needed to learn about feelings and emotions so that they can take responsibility for their own emotional well-being.
The unit stories help young adults learn the importance of managing their feelings and emotions. In the first story, a young woman experiences a wide range of emotions after she oversleeps and is late for work. Team members follow the young woman as she learns how to handle a morning that is off schedule and chaotic. How she handles the situation provides a lesson in accepting personal responsibility when things go wrong. In the second story, a young man arrives at work angry. He must choose how to handle his feelings. Three articles offer additional information and opportunities to learn about identifying emotions, calm down strategies and the steps that make up a good apology.
Regular monthly lessons offer the opportunity for team members to practice various skills they may need in their personal lives. In the banking and budgeting lessons, budgeting for items to help students manage stress in their daily lives is incorporated. Daily living skills are addressed within the monthly cooking lesson, which offers five healthy recipes using traditional Thanksgiving items like turkey and cornbread. The daily social trivia lesson stresses social skill development, by offering team members the opportunity to apply their understanding of problem solving and social skills, like, managing emotions or apologizing when you have made a mistake, to real-life social scenarios.
Employment continues to be a regular focus for several lessons each month. Lessons include exploring different jobs, reading job ads, completing job applications and practicing interview skills. Simple, realistic scenarios address job skills and interactions at work. The final lesson highlights volunteering as a way to practice job skills and gain practical work experience.
The unit stories help young adults learn the importance of managing their feelings and emotions. In the first story, a young woman experiences a wide range of emotions after she oversleeps and is late for work. Team members follow the young woman as she learns how to handle a morning that is off schedule and chaotic. How she handles the situation provides a lesson in accepting personal responsibility when things go wrong. In the second story, a young man arrives at work angry. He must choose how to handle his feelings. Three articles offer additional information and opportunities to learn about identifying emotions, calm down strategies and the steps that make up a good apology.
Regular monthly lessons offer the opportunity for team members to practice various skills they may need in their personal lives. In the banking and budgeting lessons, budgeting for items to help students manage stress in their daily lives is incorporated. Daily living skills are addressed within the monthly cooking lesson, which offers five healthy recipes using traditional Thanksgiving items like turkey and cornbread. The daily social trivia lesson stresses social skill development, by offering team members the opportunity to apply their understanding of problem solving and social skills, like, managing emotions or apologizing when you have made a mistake, to real-life social scenarios.
Employment continues to be a regular focus for several lessons each month. Lessons include exploring different jobs, reading job ads, completing job applications and practicing interview skills. Simple, realistic scenarios address job skills and interactions at work. The final lesson highlights volunteering as a way to practice job skills and gain practical work experience.
Thursday, October 5, 2017
October 2017
This month’s the topic is titled, “My Community.” The
unit provides lessons and activities that address the importance of being an active participant within the community by
addressing topics including community resources, community rules and positive citizenship skills. As we assist our young adults
in the transition from school to work, it is necessary that they receive exposure to community living skills. In this unit, young
adults will be provided with the tools needed to learn about the community so that they can become active and informed citizens.
• The unit stories help young adults learn the importance of being an active part of the community. In the first story, a young
man utilizes his wheelchair and communication device to independently run errands within the community. By staying
organized and planning ahead, he is able to complete his errands in one trip. In the second story, a young girl who
communicates in her own way, makes choices as she shops with her mother. She enjoys the satisfaction that comes as a
result of being a valued member of her community. Three articles offer additional information and opportunities to learn
about the community by exploring transportation options, the characteristics of a good citizen and important places within
the community.
• Regular monthly lessons offer the opportunity to practice community living skills using various daily living scenarios. Banking
and budgeting lessons explore the concept of wants versus needs. In these lessons, the importance of budgeting for needs
before spending money on wants is stressed. Daily living skills are addressed within the monthly cooking lesson. The
cooking lesson offers five recipes in which young adults can express their opinions on various kitchen skills, recipes and
food choices that are introduced. The daily social trivia lesson stresses social skill development by, offering team members
the opportunity to apply their understanding of community living skills to real-life social scenarios.
• Employment continues to be a regular focus for several lessons each month. Lessons include exploring different jobs,
reading job ads, completing job applications and practicing interview skills. Simple, realistic scenarios address job skills and
interactions at work. The final lesson highlights volunteering as a way to practice job skills and gain practical work
experience. This month's volunteer activity is helping with a car wash fundraiser to raise money for a good cause. Job skills
are emphasized as team members take on various tasks and responsibilities, like ordering car wash supplies and counting
money.
Tuesday, August 29, 2017
September 2017
This month’s newsletter addresses the topic of manners as presented in this month’s unit titled, “Mind Your Manners.” The
unit provides lessons and activities about the importance of recognizing the difference between good and bad manners
including activities in the Transition Passport: Personal Life/ Everyday Communication. As we assist our young adults in the
transition from school to work, it is necessary that they receive training in how to use good manners in social situations. Being
polite and using good manners affects how others treat you. Knowing how to use good manners is an important skill to have
to support employment. Some people may need opportunities to practice these skills. This unit will provide our young adults
with the tools needed to learn about the consequences of having good and bad manners.
• The unit stories help young adults learn the importance of using good manners. In the first story, Tori is visiting Matt’s
house. This story highlights the importance of using good manners when visiting someone’s home. In the second story,
Matt visits Tori’s house. This second story provides the setting for using bad manners. Three articles offer more
information and activities that give our young adults the opportunity to learn what are considered good and bad manners
and why.
• Regular monthly lessons are provided which offer the opportunity to practice the skills needed to use good manners in
social situations. Manners are addressed in banking and budgeting where the importance of budgeting for needs before
spending money on wants is stressed. Daily living skills involved in cooking are part of a regular monthly lesson offering
five recipes where our young adults can practice the skills needed to use proper etiquette and polite manners while
eating. Social and communication skills are the focus of lessons presenting daily social trivia scenarios, offering more
opportunity for our young adults to practice skills needed to use good manners.
• Employment continues to be a regular focus for several lessons each month. Lessons include exploring different jobs,
reading job ads, completing job applications and practicing interview skills. Simple, realistic scenarios address job skills
and interactions at work. The final lesson highlights volunteering as a way to practice job skills and gain practical work
experience. This month's volunteer activity provides the opportunity to volunteer at a local book bank to help sort and
pack books. The activity can be role played if it is not practical to participate in a real-life situation. Job skills are
emphasized as team members take on various tasks.
• Related topics can be researched using the internet or interviewing others about the topic.
Tuesday, May 9, 2017
May 2017
This month’s unit titled, "Home Sweet Home," addresses the topic of potential living options, The unit provides lessons and activities about the importance of thinking about where your young adult wants to live and the types of supports they will need including activities in the Transition Passport: Personal Life/ Evaluation Tools. As we assist our young adults in the transition from school to work, it is necessary that they receive training in daily living and money skills. Living independently means that they may need to learn new skills. Knowing how to take care of oneself, money and a home are skills needed for independent living. Some people may need support people to come in to help with some of these skills. This unit will provide our young adults with the tools needed to learn about how to choose a home that best meets their needs.
The unit stories help young adults learn the importance of learning about future living options. In the first story, Katie is moving from a care center into her own home. This has been a dream for Katie. Her parents and support team work hard to find Katie a home. Katie’s house needs some changes to meet Katie’s needs. With a lot of hard work and planning, Katie’s dream comes true. In the second story, Kevin is researching future living options for himself. He is thinking about either continuing to live with his parents, moving into an apartment or moving into a group home. Kevin thinks about the good and bad things about each option. Three articles offer more information and activities that give our young adults the opportunity to learn about planning for future living and the skills needed to live independently.
Regular monthly lessons are provided which offer the opportunity to practice the skills needed to care for yourself and your home. Home needs are addressed in banking and budgeting where the importance of budgeting for needs before spending money on wants is stressed. Daily living skills involved in cooking are part of a regular monthly lesson offering five recipes where our young adults can practice the skills needed to cook and care for themselves. Social and communication skills are the focus of lessons presenting daily social trivia scenarios offering more opportunity for our young adults to practice skills needed to care for a home.
Employment continues to be a regular focus for several lessons each month. Lessons include exploring different jobs, reading job ads, completing job applications and practicing interview skills. Simple, realistic scenarios address job skills and interactions at work.
The unit stories help young adults learn the importance of learning about future living options. In the first story, Katie is moving from a care center into her own home. This has been a dream for Katie. Her parents and support team work hard to find Katie a home. Katie’s house needs some changes to meet Katie’s needs. With a lot of hard work and planning, Katie’s dream comes true. In the second story, Kevin is researching future living options for himself. He is thinking about either continuing to live with his parents, moving into an apartment or moving into a group home. Kevin thinks about the good and bad things about each option. Three articles offer more information and activities that give our young adults the opportunity to learn about planning for future living and the skills needed to live independently.
Regular monthly lessons are provided which offer the opportunity to practice the skills needed to care for yourself and your home. Home needs are addressed in banking and budgeting where the importance of budgeting for needs before spending money on wants is stressed. Daily living skills involved in cooking are part of a regular monthly lesson offering five recipes where our young adults can practice the skills needed to cook and care for themselves. Social and communication skills are the focus of lessons presenting daily social trivia scenarios offering more opportunity for our young adults to practice skills needed to care for a home.
Employment continues to be a regular focus for several lessons each month. Lessons include exploring different jobs, reading job ads, completing job applications and practicing interview skills. Simple, realistic scenarios address job skills and interactions at work.
Tuesday, April 18, 2017
April 2017
The topic of job skills is presented in this month’s unit titled, “Work It!” The unit provides lessons and activities focusing on skills needed to get and keep a job. Activities from the Transition Passport: Daily Living/Vocational Tools are incorporated. As we assist our young adults in the transition from school to work, it is necessary that they receive training in job skills. Knowing how to get a job, knowing how to keep a job and how to have a good work attitude are important components to a successful work experience. This unit will provide our young adults with the tools needed to explore and find job options that are available to them.The unit stories help young adults learn about skills that will help them get and keep a job. In the first story, a young man wants to have a job and earn money like his parents. His team thinks he’s ready to go to work. He works with VR to determine what type of job will suit his special set of skills. Team members will be exposed to a variety of activities they can participate in to get ready for the transition from school to work. In the second story, team members are introduced to the skill of making decisions. Team members are introduced to good and bad work decisions. They learn that these decisions can affect their job or even cause them to lose a job.
Regular monthly lessons are provided which offer the opportunity to practice the skills needed to get and keep a job. Working can lead to earning a paycheck which is addressed in banking and budgeting, where the importance of being smart with money is stressed. Daily living skills involved in cooking are part of a regular monthly lesson offering five recipes where our young adults can practice following directions to complete the recipes provided. Social and communication skills are the focus of lessons presenting daily social trivia scenarios offering more opportunity for our young adults to practice skills needed to make good choices related to job skills and getting along with co-workers.
Employment continues to be a regular focus for several lessons each month. Lessons include exploring different jobs, reading job ads, completing job applications and practicing interview skills. Simple, realistic scenarios address job skills and interactions at work.
Monday, March 20, 2017
March 2017
The topic of phone etiquette is presented in this month’s unit titled, “Who’s Calling?” The unit provides lessons and activities focusing on phone manners and uses. Activities from the Transition Passport: Daily Living/Using the Phone are incorporated. As we assist our young adults in the transition from school to work, it is necessary that they receive training in phone etiquette. Knowing how to make a call, how to answer the phone, and how to use appropriate phone manners are important components to phone etiquette. This unit will provide our young adults with the tools needed to learn how to appropriately use a phone for communication and to gain information.
The unit stories help young adults learn the importance of phone manners and how a phone is used for personal calls and service-related situations. In the first story, two housemates are working together to solve phone issues. They understand the need for using manners during phone calls and the need for taking messages. In the second story, two housemates have a problem. They need to decide who to call for help and how to find the phone number. Their phone is used as a tool to help solve their problems.
Regular monthly lessons are provided which offer the opportunity to practice the skills needed to know how to use a phone and the manners that should be used. Phone usage is addressed in banking and budgeting where phone related bills are paid. Daily living skills involved in cooking are part of a regular monthly lesson offering five recipes where our young adults can practice appropriate manners and etiquette while cooking and eating. Social and communication skills are the focus of lessons presenting daily social trivia scenarios offering more opportunity for our young adults to practice skills needed to make good choices related to phone usage and manners.
Employment continues to be a regular focus for several lessons each month. Lessons include exploring different jobs, reading job ads, completing job applications and practicing interview skills. Simple, realistic scenarios address job skills and interactions at work.
The unit stories help young adults learn the importance of phone manners and how a phone is used for personal calls and service-related situations. In the first story, two housemates are working together to solve phone issues. They understand the need for using manners during phone calls and the need for taking messages. In the second story, two housemates have a problem. They need to decide who to call for help and how to find the phone number. Their phone is used as a tool to help solve their problems.
Regular monthly lessons are provided which offer the opportunity to practice the skills needed to know how to use a phone and the manners that should be used. Phone usage is addressed in banking and budgeting where phone related bills are paid. Daily living skills involved in cooking are part of a regular monthly lesson offering five recipes where our young adults can practice appropriate manners and etiquette while cooking and eating. Social and communication skills are the focus of lessons presenting daily social trivia scenarios offering more opportunity for our young adults to practice skills needed to make good choices related to phone usage and manners.
Employment continues to be a regular focus for several lessons each month. Lessons include exploring different jobs, reading job ads, completing job applications and practicing interview skills. Simple, realistic scenarios address job skills and interactions at work.
Friday, February 3, 2017
February 2017
The topic of home cleaning routines and organization is presented in this month’s unit titled, “Housekeeping.” The unit provides lessons and activities about the importance of using a cleaning plan to help schedule and organize everyday cleaning tasks including activities in the Transition Passport: Daily Living/At Home evaluation tools. As we assist our young adults in the transition from school to work, it is necessary that they receive training in cleaning and organization skills. Housekeeping skills begin with making a plan, knowing your responsibilities and having the right tools. This unit will provide our young adults with the tools needed to learn about how to keep their home clean and organized.
The unit stories help young adults learn the importance of coming up with a plan and using the right cleaning tools for the job. In the first story, two roommates need to come up with a cleaning plan that is fair. Together they come up with a plan that tells who will do the cleaning job and when they will do it. In the second story, two roommates go shopping for cleaning tools. They read labels to determine which tools are right for the job. They make sure to look for the best buy when choosing their tools. Three articles offer more information and activities to give our young adults the opportunity to learn about getting rid of clutter and choosing appropriate cleaning tools for different areas of the home.
Regular monthly lessons are provided which offer the opportunity to practice the skills needed to organize and clean a home. Housekeeping needs are addressed in banking and budgeting where the importance of budgeting for needs before spending money on wants is stressed. Daily living skills involved in cooking are part of a regular monthly lesson offering five recipes where our young adults can practice appropriate cleaning skills in the kitchen. Social and communication skills are the focus of lessons presenting daily social trivia scenarios offering more opportunity for our young adults to practice skills needed to keep a home clean.
Employment continues to be a regular focus for several lessons each month. Lessons include exploring different jobs, reading job ads, completing job applications and practicing interview skills. Simple, realistic scenarios address job skills and interactions at work.
The unit stories help young adults learn the importance of coming up with a plan and using the right cleaning tools for the job. In the first story, two roommates need to come up with a cleaning plan that is fair. Together they come up with a plan that tells who will do the cleaning job and when they will do it. In the second story, two roommates go shopping for cleaning tools. They read labels to determine which tools are right for the job. They make sure to look for the best buy when choosing their tools. Three articles offer more information and activities to give our young adults the opportunity to learn about getting rid of clutter and choosing appropriate cleaning tools for different areas of the home.
Regular monthly lessons are provided which offer the opportunity to practice the skills needed to organize and clean a home. Housekeeping needs are addressed in banking and budgeting where the importance of budgeting for needs before spending money on wants is stressed. Daily living skills involved in cooking are part of a regular monthly lesson offering five recipes where our young adults can practice appropriate cleaning skills in the kitchen. Social and communication skills are the focus of lessons presenting daily social trivia scenarios offering more opportunity for our young adults to practice skills needed to keep a home clean.
Employment continues to be a regular focus for several lessons each month. Lessons include exploring different jobs, reading job ads, completing job applications and practicing interview skills. Simple, realistic scenarios address job skills and interactions at work.
Monday, January 9, 2017
January 2017
The topic of personal safety is presented in this month’s unit titled, “Who Can I Trust?” The unit provides lessons and activities focusing on recognizing unsafe situations and what to do about them. Activities from the Transition Passport: Daily Living/Safety Tools are incorporated. As we assist our young adults in the transition from school to work, it is necessary that they receive training in personal safety. Knowing what to do in unsafe situations, knowing who you can trust and how to stay safe on the internet are important components to personal safety. This unit will provide our young adults with the tools needed to learn about how to stay safe and make safe, responsible choices.
The unit stories help young adults learn the importance of knowing who you can trust and the right to feel safe at all times. In the first story, a young boy is excited about getting money for his birthday and can’t wait to show his friends. He quickly learns which friends he can trust and the importance of keeping personal information and valuable things private and in a safe place. In the second story, a young girl is hanging out with her boyfriend. She likes hanging out with him, but learns the importance of speaking up and saying “NO” when someone or something makes you feel uncomfortable. Her boyfriend respects her feelings and she is able to feel safe and comfortable again.
Regular monthly lessons are provided which offer the opportunity to practice the skills needed to make responsible choices to stay safe. Personal safety needs are addressed in banking and budgeting where the importance of being safe with money is stressed. Daily living skills involved in cooking are part of a regular monthly lesson offering five recipes where our young adults can practice appropriate safety skills when using kitchen tools and appliances. Social and communication skills are the focus of lessons presenting daily social trivia scenarios offering more opportunity for our young adults to practice skills needed to make good choices related to personal safety.
Employment continues to be a regular focus for several lessons each month. Lessons include exploring different jobs, reading job ads, completing job applications and practicing interview skills. Simple, realistic scenarios address job skills and interactions at work. The final lesson highlights volunteering as a way to practice job skills and gain practical work experience.
The unit stories help young adults learn the importance of knowing who you can trust and the right to feel safe at all times. In the first story, a young boy is excited about getting money for his birthday and can’t wait to show his friends. He quickly learns which friends he can trust and the importance of keeping personal information and valuable things private and in a safe place. In the second story, a young girl is hanging out with her boyfriend. She likes hanging out with him, but learns the importance of speaking up and saying “NO” when someone or something makes you feel uncomfortable. Her boyfriend respects her feelings and she is able to feel safe and comfortable again.
Regular monthly lessons are provided which offer the opportunity to practice the skills needed to make responsible choices to stay safe. Personal safety needs are addressed in banking and budgeting where the importance of being safe with money is stressed. Daily living skills involved in cooking are part of a regular monthly lesson offering five recipes where our young adults can practice appropriate safety skills when using kitchen tools and appliances. Social and communication skills are the focus of lessons presenting daily social trivia scenarios offering more opportunity for our young adults to practice skills needed to make good choices related to personal safety.
Employment continues to be a regular focus for several lessons each month. Lessons include exploring different jobs, reading job ads, completing job applications and practicing interview skills. Simple, realistic scenarios address job skills and interactions at work. The final lesson highlights volunteering as a way to practice job skills and gain practical work experience.
Friday, December 2, 2016
December 2016
This month’s unit focuses on different holiday traditions. As we assist our young adults in the transition from school to work, it is necessary that they receive training in understanding the differences in people. During the December holidays, families celebrate in many ways. Each family has traditions that have been passed down from one generation to the next. It is important to understand and respect different traditions.
The unit stories help young adults learn about different traditions. The first story provides simple descriptions of activities and events that are a part of many family traditions. The second story follows a group of friends as they share their different traditions with one another. The stories are designed to encourage our young adults to share their own traditions. Three articles focus on the traditions of lights, giving and making gingerbread. Activities follow these articles to further expand the topics.
This holiday unit provides the usual 21 lessons. All lessons include an emphasis on content related to the holiday theme. Communication is the focus of lessons on social interaction such as extending an invitation to someone. Social skills are addressed in a lesson using social trivia scenarios in a daily calendar format. Other lessons address basic money calculations, banking and budgeting. The five recipes provided this month also have a holiday theme.
Employment is also addressed this month in lessons that encourage job exploration as well as completing applications and interviews.
The unit stories help young adults learn about different traditions. The first story provides simple descriptions of activities and events that are a part of many family traditions. The second story follows a group of friends as they share their different traditions with one another. The stories are designed to encourage our young adults to share their own traditions. Three articles focus on the traditions of lights, giving and making gingerbread. Activities follow these articles to further expand the topics.
This holiday unit provides the usual 21 lessons. All lessons include an emphasis on content related to the holiday theme. Communication is the focus of lessons on social interaction such as extending an invitation to someone. Social skills are addressed in a lesson using social trivia scenarios in a daily calendar format. Other lessons address basic money calculations, banking and budgeting. The five recipes provided this month also have a holiday theme.
Employment is also addressed this month in lessons that encourage job exploration as well as completing applications and interviews.
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