Students from The Wheatley School’s Life Skills at the East Williston School District had a rich educational experience through a weekly visit to Nassau Community College.
Each Thursday, Life Skills students collaborate with peers from another school
district to participate in functional classes on the college campus. The program is designed to provide students with a real college-life experience, enhancing their learning beyond the classroom. With access to the college’s cafe, library and other campus activities, they are encouraged to develop self-determination skills under the guidance of their teachers.
The Life Skills program serves students ages 16 to 22 years old, helping them prepare
for post-secondary life. The younger students focus on building pre-vocational skills at The
Wheatley School while engaging in community involvement through a series of field trips.
The older students expand their vocational skills and community involvement by applying
the skills to real-world job opportunities at a variety of local businesses. Their experiences
on the college campus contribute significantly to the students’ robust work and community
experience and prepares them further for their life after The Wheatley School.
