About this episode
This episode discusses the Work Experience Program's legacy and its impact on students' transitions after high school.
In this episode of Tune In YRDSB, we are talking with Work Experience Transition Coordinators, and hear specifically from Bryan Ashby about the Work Experience Program and its 40-year legacy of supporting students. Together, they explore how the program connects students with in-school and community placements, builds transferable skills, and supports transitions after high school. From life skills to independent living, this conversation highlights how the Work Experience Program helps students and families plan for meaningful futures. Need to jump to a section? Please see the timestamps below, 00:37 - About the work experience team 15:28 - Interview with PEAK student, Michael 40:19 - Interview with local partnering business
People in this episode
Guests: Bryan Ashby, Michael
Topics covered
- Work Experience Program
- student support
- transitions after high school
- life skills
- independent living
Keywords
- transferrable skills
- community placements
- meaningful futures
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