ADULT TRANSITION PROGRAM
A.S.P.I.R.E.S. ATP (Adult Transition Program) - provides functional academic instruction, supervised life skills and vocational training, as well as individualized support for students with special needs, so that they may transition from their role of high school students to that of participating adults in the community.
ATTAINMENT.
SELF-ADVOCACY.
PERSONAL GROWTH.
INDEPENDENT LIVING.
RESPONSIBILITY.
EMPLOYMENT REDINESS.
SOCIAL SKILLS.
OUTCOME AND EXPECTATIONS OF THE PROGRAM
The intended outcomes for ATP students is that they exit with a variety of life skills that increase their independence and render them employable for either a direct hire, supported employment , or volunteer job. All students will have received extensive public bus and mobility training to move between instructional sites in the community.
The ATP will utilize a supported employment model to place students in appropriate work, community and school settings where students will learn skills for success. Transition Instruction is to take place primarily in integrated, age-appropriate, functional, recreational, community based settings for better generalization of skills.
ATP INSTRUCTION INCLUDES
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Life & critical skills training
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Role play and hands on demonstration
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Small group and individualized instruction
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Community Based Instruction
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Guest speakers/teachers
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Computer assisted instruction
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Vocational skills training
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Self advocacy
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Mobility/Travel training
TRANSITION DOMAINS
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
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College courses
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College preparatory classes
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General education and training considerations
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On-the-job training
EMPLOYMENT
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Employment setting
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Military service
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Supported employment
INDEPENDENT LIVING
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Child rearing
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Daily living skills
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Family life
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Financial management
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Home management
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Transportation
LEISURE PURSUITS
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Community and neighborhood activities
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Entertainment
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Indoor activities
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Outdoor activities
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Travel
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
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Citizenship
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Community awareness
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Services and resources
PHYSICAL & EMOTIONAL HEALTH
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Maintaining a healthy lifestyle
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Scheduling and keeping healthcare-related appointments
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Seeking help for emotional issues(e.g. depression) when Appropriate
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BELL SCHEDULE & NEWS
