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"It takes courage to grow up and become who you really are." ~ E. E. Cummings
PREPARING FOR THE FUTURE AHEAD
PREPARING FOR THE FUTURE AHEAD
In this issue, we highlight three incredible Transition students who are graduating this school year.
Also, our related service providers offer resources to help plan a successful future after graduation.
OUR 2022 GRADUATES
OUR 2022 GRADUATES
The 2022 Transition Graduation will be held on Wednesday, June 1st. We want to congratulate Charles, Bill, and Charlie for all they have accomplished during their time with us.
We are so very proud of you!
Charles
Charles
Where are you currently employed?
Party City.
What other plans do you have for your future?
I would like to continue working at Party City. And possibly some day move into a supervisory role.
What accomplishment are you most proud of so far?
I learned how to be more flexible and open to trying new things.
What is one of your favorite memories from Transition?
Going on Community trips.
What advice do you have for other students who receive Transition services?
Enjoy it. It was a great experience for me.
Bill
Bill
Where are you currently employed?
Kohls.
What other plans do you have for your future?
I plan to keep working at Kohls.
What accomplishment are you most proud of so far?
I am proud that I got a job.
What is one of your favorite memories from Transition?
Talking about sports with everyone.
What advice do you have for other students who receive Transition services?
You will have fun.
Charlie
Charlie
Where are you currently employed?
Portillo's
What other plans do you have for your future?
I hope to continue performing in the theater. And get outside more.
What accomplishment are you most proud of so far?
Getting my job at Portillo's.
What is one of your favorite memories from Transition?
Meeting everyone and making lifelong friends.
What advice do you have for other students who receive Transition services?
If you have dreams and you work towards them, you will be very successful in life. In whatever you look forward to doing.
MAY CALENDAR
MAY CALENDAR
Important Events for the Remainder of the School Year
Important Events for the Remainder of the School Year
Monday, May 30th: Memorial Day
There will be no attendance for staff and students.
Tuesday, May 31 through Friday, June 3
We will be following a modified Finals Schedule.
The school day will still begin at 9:00 am, but students will be dismissed earlier at 1:10 pm.
SPEECH TIPS WITH SAM
SPEECH TIPS WITH SAM
LOOKING FORWARD TO A FULFILLING FUTURE
LOOKING FORWARD TO A FULFILLING FUTURE
Potential Resources to Explore
Potential Resources to Explore
Living
Living
Check out the Collaborative Community Housing Initiative! This is a housing development being built in Highwood with units specifically for adults with disabilities.
The Illinois Department of Human Services has a list of registered Community Integrated Living Arrangement providers throughout Illinois.
Recreation & Leisure
Recreation & Leisure
There are a number of activities that can be explored at the following locations:
Continued Learning
Continued Learning
Community book clubs are great ways to make connections with peers and adults your age while also keeping up your reading skills! Here are some great options for book clubs throughout the North Shore!
Total Link 2 Community Book Club
IN THE WORDS OF OUR STUDENTS
IN THE WORDS OF OUR STUDENTS
What is something you hope to be doing after you graduate from Transition Services?
Luke - I want to volunteer, keep playing sports, and spend time with family. I hope to live in an apartment.
Bill - I hope to work, travel, and play sports. I want to live in my house with my family.
John - I want to play sports and spend time with my family. I want to live with friends and have a pet.
Rayane - I hope to travel and play sports. I want to have a summer house and a dog named Carwash.
Elliana - I want to live in my house and spend time with my family.
Tyler - I hope to travel and cook. I want to live in an apartment with my family and my pets.
Tommy - I want to exercise and play sports. I hope to live with Yaya (grandma) at the summer house.
Alex - I want to work, play sports, and spend time with friends and family. I also want to live with pets.
Gillian - I hope to have some sort of college experience and have the opportunity to live away from home.
Charles - I would like to continue working at Party City. And possibly some day move into a supervisory role.
Michael - To work full time and live in a one bedroom ranch.
Quinn - I would like to live in an apartment and work full time.
Charlie - I hope to continue performing in the theater. And get outside more.
Morgan - To live in an apartment (maybe with a pool) and work with children.
Max R. - To find a job in the music business and live independently.
Max G. - To be as independent as possible and figure out what career I will do.
COOKING
COOKING
Cooking is one of the important life skills taught at Transition. In cooking class, students choose a recipe, budget and shop at various area grocery stores for ingredients, and follow the recipe while at the same time learning about kitchen safety.
Gillian making her special mushroom arugula flatbread recipe
It was delicious!
Tyler rolling out pizza dough for pepperoni flatbread
Yum!
Pepperoni flatbread was a hit
Bill enjoyed the pepperoni flatbread - no sauce!
Max learned to make chicken strips
Max browning ground beef
Morgan slicing tomatoes
Taco bar!
Recipe of the Month
Recipe of the Month
Our goal for cooking instruction is to learn to make recipes which are uncomplicated and that most anyone can complete. Our recipe of the month for May was Nick's class's Pepperoni Bread. This easy recipe is perfect as an appetizer or if you prefer, a main dish with a salad or veggies on the side.
LAKE FOREST COLLEGE BUDDIES
LAKE FOREST COLLEGE BUDDIES
Pre-pandemic, part of our Lake Forest College experience every Thursday involved LFC students spending time with our students. As of last month, our college buddies are back! Our students are having fun getting to know their buddies, playing basketball in the gym, cards in the trophy room, and just hanging out and talking. We are so very appreciative of these wonderful Lake Forest College students who take time out of their busy schedules to mentor our students. As you can see from the pictures, it is a mutually beneficial experience.
Luke busting a move
Alex practicing his passing
Three on three
Playing Uno in the trophy room
Nice shot, Luke!
Tyler is singing the National Anthem before the basketball game
Luke getting to know his buddies
Deep conversations about football
STUDENT ACTIVITIES
STUDENT ACTIVITIES
Students are learning independent living skills both out in the community and at West Campus.
Mornings at Lake Forest College
Vocabulary groups
John is sweeping up
Luke and Tyler doing student jobs
Elliana using a switch button during a math activity
Social Group in Dana's classroom
Tyler taking a turn leading the group
Luke and Gillian walking the LFC track
Tyler and Alex playing Uno during leisure time
Community Project
Community Project
Vocational Experience at Upscale Rummage
Vocational Experience at Upscale Rummage
Dana's class enjoying Community day
Max cleaning tables at Portillo's
Max and Morgan taking a break
"Is there $$ in the budget for an Xbox game?"
Working hard at Bernie's Book Bank
Quick break after track walking at LFC
A competetive game of indoor soccer
Thanks for your help, Tommy!
Charlie and Bill, two of our graduates!
John and Tommy
Alex found a book that he liked during our Community trip to the Vernon Hills Library
Elliana driving her power chair at West Campus
Gillian and Alex working together during Community prep
HELPFUL RESOURCES
HELPFUL RESOURCES
Each month we like to share various helpful resources for parents of our Transition students. If you have any questions or know of a resource we may share for the next month, please do not hesitate to contact your class teacher or the Transition Coordinator. These events are not sponsored by Lake Forest High School District 115.
On the latest episode of the Think Inclusive Podcast, Tim interviews Haley Moss (autistic attorney, author, and advocate) about her book The Young Autistic Adult's Independence Handbook.
Haley shares with us the main message she wants to get across to individuals with Autism who are seeking independence, alternatives to guardianship, and strategies for educators to foster self-advocacy in their students.
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