Meaningful Life Learning Circles
As we begin to build our adult transition pathway at Club 21, we are prioritizing the following four pillars:
- Lifelong learning
- Independence and Interdependence
- Communities of belonging
- Meaningful employment
Each of these 6-week virtual seminars will teach students tangible skills in relation to their topics with our four transition pillars at their center.
The instruction will be conducted virtually via Zoom and will use resources from the Center for Independent Futures My Full Life curriculum in addition to supplementary materials compiled by the instructor.
Young adults must be 17 years old or older to participate.
When: All seminars will last for 6 weeks and meet virtually twice a week on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4pm-5:30pm.
Session #1: Self Determination (September 9-October 16)
In this class, students will discuss their hopes and dreams for the future. We will create a roadmap of goals and steps to help them achieve more independence. This will include choosing and setting their own goals, being involved in making life decisions, self-advocating, and working to reach their goals.
Session #2: Safety and Self Awareness (November 4-December 18)
*Week off for Thanksgiving 11/23-11/29
In this class, students will learn about safety and situational awareness at home, in the community and online. We will review and discuss how to be careful around strangers and how and when to share personal information. We will also focus on creating and maintaining healthy boundaries to protect personal safety.
Session #3: Finding Autonomy and Independence (January 13-February 19)
In this class, students will learn about and discuss the stages of moving toward independent living. They will examine where and how they want to live, and then consider the skills they’ll need. This will include: money management, meal planning and preparing and taking care of household chores and responsibilities.
Session #4: Making Meaningful Connections (March 10-April 23)
*Week off for Spring Break 3/29-4/4
In this class, students will identify who is in their support network and how to make connections with friends and family. We will discuss healthy vs. unhealthy relationships and the relationship ruler. We will practice how to develop and maintain lifelong friendships.
Session #5: Grief Share and Coping Skills Toolbox (April 28-June 4)
In this class, students will have the opportunity to share their different experiences with loss and grief in a safe place. We will learn about different self care skills and techniques to help with healing and growth. Students will create a toolbox of coping skills and techniques that they can use in their lives.
Cost: $200 for each 6 week class
Contact: teens@clubtwentyone.org
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Heather Blanco - Lead InstructorHeather Blanco has been leading the Club Connection classes for High School and Beyond for the past 5 years. She also teaches the Meaningful Life Learning Circles that focus on Independent Living Skills. Heather has an Education Specialist background with over 15 years of experience. She is the founder of the BEST skills for life and her mission is to help individuals worked towards their goals to be more independent, engaged, included and lifelong learners.
