Westerville City Schools, in collaboration with Otterbein University, is a Transition Program for students with cognitive disabilities. For years, Westerville pupils had to travel to Ohio State or Columbus State to access proper Transition Programs. At a cost savings of more than $200,000, the “Best of Both Worlds” program allows local students to access Transition Services in their home community.
Students in the program will have work experiences on Otterbein’s Campus and in Westerville; participate in activities on Otterbein Campus with Otterbein students; and practice daily living skills throughout the local community. They will gain skills for independence while experiencing college life at Otterbein University.
We provide the appropriate transition and educational experiences for students by involving them in a variety of activities including:
-Direct instruction in important life skills.
-Self-determination and self-advocacy to increase independence in the home, work environment, and community.
-Community based work experiences to help with employment skills that can generalize to a variety of work places.
-Recreation and leisure activities to improve quality of life and increase community integration at all levels.
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