Stefan S. is a 20 year old Parkland student currently participating in the LCCC/Parkland Transition Program. He enjoys learning about campus landmarks and maps, while working with the mentors on other independent work skills. These skills include time management and navigating the campus on his own. “I feel like a responsible, independent adult,” he states. Stefan is currently participating in the CLIU-Work Based Learning Program as well working at Red Robin, Samuel Owens restaurant, and Weiss bakery. He enjoys the tasks and plans to use the skills after graduation to retain employment fixing appliances. Mr. York, Stefan's teacher, enjoys the incidental teaching that this program offers. Students are receiving their education alongside their same age peers in a community setting, outside of a high school. He can provide instruction using problem solving on topics that come up during the students’ daily interactions and experiences. We are setting them up for a successful transition into the adult world.
