Pre-Employment Prep
SCHOOL TRANSITIONS
Alternative senior year for 16 students. Selected “super seniors”, will participate in on-site vocational training in hard/soft skills, communication, culinary, daily living skills, AND NOW A PAID INTERNSHIP with local businesses.
Key Information
- Monday- Thursday 9:45-11:45
- 16 students will be accepted
- 4:1 ratio during internships
- Work-ready portfolio and resume
- PreETS Internships with local businesses
Year Overview
- Soft and hard skills training, lessons on communication, and, daily living skills
- Internship to establish areas of improvement, likes, dislikes and work skills training
- Specialized lessons on skills needed for employment
- Completed portfolio, work-ready resume with professional references, financial
- literacy topic
- Mock interviews with local employers
Student Checklist
- No behaviors towards self
- Has never participated in school transitions.
- Graduating in 1-2 years. Seniors are given priority.
- Independent in self-care (hygiene, toileting, and dining), others, and/or property.
- Can work in large group settings independently (15+ students) student during PreETS services may be scheduled.
Next Steps
- Schedule a time to speak about further questions
- Use the attached application to complete the referral. This is to be completed by
- the teacher and parent
- Include the most current IEP, psychological evaluation, and any supporting
- documents (BIP, medical plans, etc.)
- All applicants will go through the CWS Admissions Committee for acceptance.
Client Testimonials
“I love the different activities we do. I’ve learned skills that can help me get a job again”.
-Ethan
“BRIDGE helps me learn new skills and find jobs. I like to know I get to
learn new things, go to new places, and hang out with my friends."
- LC
"I like to meet with my friends and exercise every day”
- LC
Help Build a Better Tomorrow
All donations are tax deductible and go towards CWS supporting individuals living with disabilities.