Ready, set, adult: Students compete in Delaware school’s ‘life skills’ Olympics

High Road Schools: Transition Olympics

Sometimes it’s hard to know if you’re ready for something until you just do it. Take “adulting” for instance.

To prepare for the inevitable, young people go to schools for academic instruction. They get tested on what they learn in the classroom, but life as an adult takes more than academics. Students also need social and job skills.

At the High Road School of Delaware, students’ know-how is put to the test at the Transition Olympics, a relay competition showcasing “life skills” such as independent living, job readiness, and teamwork.

Events in the Transition Olympics:

• Sorting clothes
• Finding expiration dates
• Bagging groceries
• Dressing for success
• Counting change
• Job interviewing

Students aged 14 to 22 from High Road Schools in Delaware and Maryland competed in these challenges. The favorite part for the High Road School of Delaware team? Winning!

About High Road Schools

High Road Schools provide services to students in grades 3-12 with learning, intellectual, and emotional disabilities, as well as those on the autism spectrum. These schools offer state-standard academic curriculums while supporting behavioral changes and life skill development.

Preparing for the Future

High Road Schools focus on individualized education programs (IEPs), preparing students for life after graduation. Partnerships with local businesses and organizations help students practice real-world skills through work settings and social interactions, ensuring they’re ready for post-secondary education, trade school, or employment.

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Photos from the Event