The Bridge program offers 18-21 year old students Life skill training, Job skill training, Social skill training and community interaction skills. Students take part in a variety of daily activities including meal preparation, shopping, daily household chores, work experience, community interaction and recreational activities.

Purpose and Goal:

To serve 18-21 year old students 

To transition students from DHS to a real world environment 

Social skill enhancement/training

Job training:

Job training/working

Soft employment skills 

Program will provide job coach/transportation

Social skills on the job

Life Skills:

Shopping/cooking

Budgeting

Cleaning

Personal Hygiene

Recreation/swimming

Self-Advocating

Transportation  (public/school)

Social skill training in all above areas

Community Exploration:

Community Outings

Community service projects

Social skill training/interaction with persons outside the program

ESY Summer program: Social skill reinforcement/enhancement during ESY activities

Parental involvement

Using technology/smart board, I-PADS

Technology social skills