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YOUTH AND ADULTS PORTFOLIOS |
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As the story of strengths, interests,
hopes, and dreams unfolds, a
positive holistic picture
emerges
of the individual which fosters
insight, self-awareness and self-determination. |
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"Knowing who they are,
and that their 'best work'
is within them, empowers
teens to express their
desires for
their
future
to parents, teachers,
and peers; and makes
the
transition to life after
high school successful."
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Cindy Saylor, Partnerships for Success, Program Coordinator. |
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From childhood through adulthood, many people with disabilities are not supported in ways and means that result in social connectedness, community membership, and engagement. Through utilizing the portfolio as the first step
in person-centered planning, others are better
able
to discover who an individual is, and therefore, equipped to initiate real inclusion
as a person builds social capital. The Take A
Look At Me™ Portfolio, promotes inclusion, and facilitates the self-discovery, self-determination and transition process.
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The portfolios have been a wonderful
way to involve parents in planning for their child's future. Several parents learned
that their child had hopes, dreams, and capabilities far
beyond what they had imagined. --comment from Partnerships for Success
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