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A transitional program for students with diverse needs offered through the Pilgrim Area Collaborative
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About the Pilgrim Area Collaborative GAP Program
About the Pilgrim Area Collaborative GAP Program
Serves students who have met their local high school graduation requirements
One-year program
Provides transitional services to help bridge the gap between high school and adulthood
Students take part in academic classes, volunteer work, and internships at a variety of locations
Follows a college-style calendar, allowing students to manage time in classes as well as outside commitments
Students enroll with the intention of gaining proficiency in adult living skills
Students with the intention of enrolling in college classes may enroll in GAP to help them gain study skills
Some students enroll hoping to gain employment skills and enter the workforce
Customized to students' needs, offers an individualized approach to transition into adulthood, and caters to students' future planning
Focuses on the three main areas of transition into adulthood: employment, education, and adult living
Classes focus on personal finance, executive function skills, self-advocacy, and community resources
Students learn to navigate typical adulthood demands: balancing a bank account, understanding paychecks and taxes, accessing local/public transportation, understanding college offerings and transcripts, functional writing skills, and more.
History of the GAP Program
History of the GAP Program
As the demands of transition into adulthood grew, administrators at the school began to notice a need for additional support services for students beyond high school. Deb Booth, Irene Volpe-Barry, Joanna Silverman, and the rest of the PACES staff worked tirelessly to make these services a reality for students with disabilities. Over the 2016-2017 school year, the program took shape and was ready to launch in the fall of 2017. The program was positively received, and local school districts immediately began referring students who required services beyond high school.
As the demands of transition into adulthood grew, administrators at the school began to notice a need for additional support services for students beyond high school. Deb Booth, Irene Volpe-Barry, Joanna Silverman, and the rest of the PACES staff worked tirelessly to make these services a reality for students with disabilities. Over the 2016-2017 school year, the program took shape and was ready to launch in the fall of 2017. The program was positively received, and local school districts immediately began referring students who required services beyond high school.
GAP Calendar 2024-2025
GAP Calendar 2024-2025
Useful Links & Resources Related to the GAP Program
Useful Links & Resources Related to the GAP Program
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