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花园之路

花园之路 (GSP)是一个为期两年的项目, 包容, post-secondary transitional program at 全球赌博十大网站 designed for students 年龄s 18-24 with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities who are eligible for Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) funding.

The GSP program is designed to prepare students for independence and employability through classes in socialization, 学习功能, 金融知识, 工作技能, 生活技能等等.

After completing all required courses and work experiences in the program, students will receive a Certificate of Postsecondary Studies from 全球赌博十大网站 that will confirm their job readiness, and a career-ready portfolio to take with them as they enter the workforce.

好处

成本

GSP at 全球赌博十大网站 is less than half the cost of our competitors, while providing the same high-quality education and support to our students.

学生为中心

Inclusive programming, curriculum, and a supportive learning environment.

社会技能

Students will receive an authentic college experience at GSP through non- restrictive, integrated classrooms while working and learning with peers their own 年龄. Students are encour年龄d to attend all CCC social events and activities.

学者

GSP为学生提供全面的教育, specialized curriculum that is appropriate for a range of students with intellectual and or developmental disabilities. Students will leave the GSP program prepared to access CCC student resources and advising assistance should they decide to continue their education.

选修课

Students will have the opportunity to explore their interests in a wide range of classes, 包括艺术, 音乐, 身体健康.

生涯探索

Job shadowing through community and business p艺术nerships help your student receive hands-on experience that helps them build their portfolio for after they leave the GSP program. Students are required to complete 120 hours of vocational exploration each year.

支持

a young student with a pixie hair cut and glasses is standing in front of books on a shelf
现场工作指导

Our Job Coach plays a crucial role in supporting our students by assisting them in workplace skill development, 解决问题, confidence building and helping students determine what career path is best for them.

同侪辅导计划

By pairing currently enrolled students with experienced GSP alumni, 为学生提供了宝贵的指导,
来自同伴的鼓励和资源. Peer mentors serve as advocates and classroom support to current students, 并在项目中培养一种社区意识.

课程

课堂教学
Students will take specialized classes including Consumer Mathematics, 计算机基本原理, 生活技能, 就业的基础, 和更多的.

社会互动
Students will have the opportunity to enjoy an authentic college experience at 花园之路 while working and learning with peers their own 年龄. Students are encour年龄d to attend all campus social events and activities and are typically escorted to events as a group.

体育锻炼
Physical Education courses are built into the curriculum, and may include yoga and weight training.

选修课
Students can take a number of electives that reflect their own personal interests, 包括音乐, 艺术, 和更多的.

A graphic version of the Garden State Pathway's Vocational Studies 课程

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证明

GSP校友和同侪导师凯利

“I really enjoyed the GSP program and learning all about different kinds of jobs and employment! I also liked learning about life skills and proper ways to interact and communicate with others. 我喜欢我上的每一堂课——我尤其喜欢瑜伽, 这让我在上学的每一天都感觉很好.”

凯利
GSP校友和同侪导师

申请普惠制

  • GSP students should complete the online College application with the major code SPVO at 6mq.sh-fyz.com/apply.
  • 一旦收到大学申请, an application for the 花园之路 program will be sent to the applicant.
  • Students wishing to enroll must be independent in daily living skills, motivated to complete an internship as well as class work.
  • 学生必须达到高中的所有要求, but do not necessarily need to have accepted their diploma.
  • Must have a significant cognitive and/or developmental disability that interferes with their academic performance according to the American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD).
  • The applicant must have been (or is presently) eligible for special education and related services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).

额外的信息

If you need further information or have additional questions please feel free to reach out to us using the contact information below or complete our 花园州立道路信息申请表.

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联系

Taryn Burkholder, MS, CRC
无障碍中心主任
塔夫脱大厅,103室
disabilityservices@sh-fyz.com
(856) 227-7200,分机4430