Category Archives: Life and Social Skills

Melissa: Another Holiday Project in the Bag

I’m excited to write this follow-up to my last blog post about the Mouse Project. (Glad you all enjoyed reading about it!) My students did a great job on our second annual fundraiser project. We “adopted” a local family of… Continue reading

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Melissa: The Mouse Project

It’s the most wonderful lesson plan of the year! Last year, my class participated in a trip where people with disabilities could shop for the holidays with a little extra assistance. Most of my students brought money to purchase items… Continue reading

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Kathy: Are WE ready for Our Students to Date?

I work with 18-to-26 year-old students. And what do most young adults spend much of their time thinking about? That’s right, the opposite sex. My students, who have mild disabilities, are no different. One young man has a crush on… Continue reading

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