Life Design is a special program for students who are ready for a greater level of independence in the community. Although it is part of the South Valley School program, it is housed on the Salt Lake Community College campus in West Jordan. Students, parents, and staff work together to plan programs and activities allowing students to reach maximum independence. During the first quarter, students learn to write a person-centered plan, choose their IEP goals, and lead their own IEP meetings. Students continue to work on academic skills but also learn to independently access public transportation, as well as how to apply, interview, get and keep a job. There is also an emphasis on giving back through volunteerism in the community. Students also work on earning high school credits and many receive a diploma from Southpointe Adult High School or Valley High School. Our Academic Job Center is also based in our Life Design program. Our AJC students are working exclusively on finishing up the graduation requirements to receive a diploma. AJC students attend one day a week to check in with their teacher and update their progress.
Teachers
- Daphne Castor - Team Leader LDA, AJC
- Codee Flores - Team Leader LDB
- Bob Boston - ESP
- Sheila LeBaron - ESP
- Gina Rohloff - ESP
- (Open) - ESP PT
- Wynde Baure - ESP PT
Students of the Month - May
Class LDA Castor - Ryley Trujillo
Ryley stands out as our Student of the Month because she is a true friend to everyone around her. Her positive attitude bring joy to our classroom each day. Ryley always completes her work on time and puts forth her best effort. She has shown impressive growth and independence riding UTA, and her determination is inspiring. Ryley is an all-around dynamite person, and we are lucky to have her in our class!
Class LDB Flores - Destiny Shepherd
We are thrilled to nominate Destiny for Student of the Month! Her growth in independence has been remarkable, especially as she masters navigating the community on her own via UTA. Destiny is a dedicated learner who consistently shows a respectful, appreciative attitude while building wonderful new friendships. We are so proud of her progress and incredibly happy that she’ll be staying with us at South Valley for one more year!
