- Irondale High
- Life Skills Transition
Life Skills Transition
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Life Skills Transition
Anna Nitti and Brenda Foley
Course Description: This course incorporates state standards in reading, writing and math within the transition domains of post secondary education, employment and independent living skills. While this course will address the first two domains, the focus will be on the attainment of independent living skills. The course allows for multiple “hands on” opportunities in a variety of settings. Students will have access to Cub Foods, our Prep kitchen and the classroom. The course is designed with a spiral teaching method. Skills are taught in small steps; adding more depth and requiring more independence as the student gains success. Additionally, the course will address self advocacy, social skills, communication and personal management in the area of using technology.
Learner Outcomes
Be able to make sound shopping decisions
Figure the final cost of items, know what is taxed, estimate the cost of items, be able to stay in a small budget, compare items, use coupons, figure percent off
Write effectively for a variety of situations
Write thank you notes, ask for time off, take a phone message, write an effective facebook post, keep a reflection journal of learning
Be able to manage oneself in a home environment
Plan and prepare simple meals in a safe manner
Understand how to read laundry, medicine, nutrition or cleaning product labels.
Be able to express oneself in a positive and effective manner
Keep a personal journal
Understand boundaries using the Circles curriculum
Be able to use technology effectively
Effectively use a google calendar, email, and various google docs
Be able to increase skills with a personal goal
Individual IEP objectives will also be addressed