This award recognizes one special student who has earned distinction over a period of two academic years. It is difficult for faculty and staff to select only one deserving student. The recipient of this award has demonstrated extraordinary personal growth and advancement across the curriculum. This year’s recipient, Devin Orkin, receives praise from his worksite supervisor and faculty for dependability, kindness and […]
2017 Graduates
Congratulations to our 2017 Core Curriculum and Community Transition graduates! (Core Curriculum Graduates from left to right: Devin, Klaudia, Liam, Jon & Isaiah) (Community Transition Graduates from left to right: Sarah, Kelly, Noble & Nick)
Parent & Family Weekend Highlight: Consumer Fraud Protection
During our recent Parent and Family Weekend, The Horizons School invited students, their families and community members to learn more about protecting yourself from consumer fraud, online security threats and scams. A panel of experts (an information security engineer, a banker, and a member of the local better business bureau) gave their insights and answered audience questions. In addition to […]
Introducing Horizons Social Club
The Horizons School is happy to announce Horizons Social Club. This new club is open to contracting students and alumni (graduated in 2014 or later) who would like to learn the necessary skills to plan and implement social events with their peers. They will practice leadership and communication skills and work cooperatively to access the community during evenings and weekends. […]
Positive Parenting for Independence Newsletters: Past Issues
We would love for you to check out the last three issues of our newsletters that contain great tips and resources for parents of young adults with learning differences on the path to independence. Positive Parenting for Independence Volume 1 Issue 1 Positive Parenting for Independence Volume 1 Issue 2 Positive Parenting for Independence Volume 1 Issue 3