Wuhmek adult roles significant?
Significant adults iz dem who:
- Iz trusted an’ respected by students
- Tek an individualized approach wid students
- Meet students where dem currently iz in life
- Help students continue tuh learn ‘bout themselves
- Recognize dreams, strengths, talents an’ needs uh students
- Encourage students tuhmek decisions, solve problems an’ got dem own voice
- Provide students wid honest feedback
Helping students wid disabilities transition into adulthood
Yute Development, Bringing it All together
Relationships are Key! Adults cuh help students bring dese six skill areas together:
- Self Management Skill Development
- Disability Awareness
- Independent Living Skills Development
- Leadership Skills Development
- Self-Determination Skill Development
- Self Awareness
WuhCuh Significant Relationships Wid Adult Mentors Do Fuh Students?
Students cuh benefit from strong relationships wid adults in many ways, including:
Building Relationships
Adults cuh introduce students tuh opportunities dat match dem goals after high school, including careers an’ more education
Skill Development
Adults cuh teach students real-world skills tuh succeed at work, in school, an’ beyond.
Respect
Adults cuh support students in knowing dat adults respect dem opinions, goals, interests an’ values
Trust
Adults cuh help build trust by knowing dat de adults at school, home an’ work are always focused on mekking sure students got wuh dem need tuh be successful an’ independent.
Featured Resources
De PA Community pon Transition offers resources pon uh variety uh topics, all focused pon improving outcomes fuh students wid disabilities.
Resources
Building Teacher Student Relationships
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Want tuh Learn More?
Check out dis booklet from de Transition Coalition which includes information ‘bout de various roles in transition.
Relationship Mapping Strategy
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