Student participating in a vocational animal care activity by observing and interacting with small animals in an enclosure as part of hands-on learning

Student participating in a work based placement at a manufacturing plant where he is developing introductory AutoCAD skills and gaining experience in a professional office environment 

Our program provides real-world learning through vocational training, independent living instruction, and social skills development across job sites and community settings.

Located on a rural campus that fosters a calm, community-focused learning environment, the program features a low staff-to-student ratio, flexible scheduling options, and transportation services, ensuring supports are tailored to meet each student’s individual needs.

Students benefit from extended school year services and a variety of hands-on learning opportunities, including the ability to earn industry recognized credentials and certifications directly correlated towards their career path of choice.

Additional experiences may include community college coursework and job-readiness training through partnerships with our 15+ business and vocational placements

    Morning check-in and goal setting 

Life skills instruction (cooking, budgeting, transportation planning, etc.) 

Community-based instruction (grocery shopping, banking, meal planning, etc.)

Regular job site visits and on-site vocational training

Agency visits or guest speakers

Career-based differentiated instruction and learning

Self-advocacy lessons and reflection activities

Each student’s schedule is personalized based on their strengths, needs, and transition goals.

Students assisting with loading donated food for a veterans food drive as part of community service activities

Students receive direct instruction and hands-on practice in essential life skills, including cooking, laundry, hygiene, budgeting, banking, time management, health and transportation, and basic first aid.

Students develop essential skills for employment success, including resume writing, interview preparation, workplace behavior, time management, following directions, communication, and teamwork.

Students engage in college and career readiness activities, including studying the Connecticut Driver’s Manual, exploring community resources, learning how to access adult support services, and training that aligns with vocational pathways.  

Students build confidence in everyday interactions by practicing interview skills, professional email writing, phone etiquette, interpersonal communication skills, completing forms, and recognizing when and how to seek help.