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Would you like your high school student to have:
A one of a kind work experience this summer?
Explore a variety of job skills to help them understand their areas of interest?
Increase their probability of employment after high school?
Then this unique summer experience is for you!
The Summer Employment Academy offered by the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Richmond is individualized and created to ensure success for your child.
See what past participants had to say:
“I feel that she has more self-confidence”
“This was the tops! Loved it!”
“I like how this program was individualized”
Important Information
A 4-week summer program where High School students with Down syndrome have individualized on-site career experiences along with in-class soft skills employment training. Class is Monday to Thursday from June 20 to July 14, 2022 from 9am to 1pm at the DSAGR office. Students will be in-class two days per week (M/W) and then on a job site two days per week(Tu/Th). The student will rotate through 4 different job sites for a well-rounded career exploration experience. While at the job site, they will have the opportunity to practice the soft skills they are learning in class and have the support of a job coach.
The class is limited to 8 students and is first come, first served. Students must be16+ and in high school. Priority will be given to applicants that will commit to the entire 4 weeks and to first time students (returning students may register after May 23). Transportation to the office and to the job site is the responsibility of the parent/caregiver. Covid precautions will be in place and students may have to wear a mask. Cost is $300 for the entire class.
Registration is available at www.dsagr.org.If you have any questions regarding cost, transportation, or anything else limiting you from applying, please contact Kim Owens -education@dsagr.org. Scholarships are available! For more information on the program check out the video!
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