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Real Life Connections
Programs for Adults @ FRA's TECHConnection
DDD Approved/Real Life Choices
Provider
OUT OF SCHOOL?
WHAT’S NEXT ON YOUR HORIZON?
- Keep learning by exploring new and fun
subjects that interest YOU!
- Develop a hobby or a new interest to
continue at home.
- Make new friends!
- Learn amazing things you can do on the
computer– even without experience.
HAVE LOTS FUN AND LEARN TOO!
Take one or all of our new and exciting 6 week classes!
Prior computer skills are not necessary. Basic computer skills will
be taught during each class activity. Everyone works at their own
pace.
Classes meet weekly on Wednesdays (Fridays in the Summer) for two hours, with Morning and
Afternoon sessions offering different classes, and are taught by
Special Educators and Assistive Technology Specialists to offer a
variety of activities for every session! Come and stay for the day!
Minimum of 4 registrants per class required. SCHOLARSHIPS
AVAILABLE! Call for details.
Print
the Program Registration Form
Sessions:
9/10/08 thru 10/15/08
10AM - Noon
Amazing Stories--Enjoy stories and
adventures from our large library of electronic books that the
computer can read to you or read them yourself. Talk with classmates
about the story, act out your favorite part of the story, or write a
book report. Many books are available based upon reading level and
interests.
1 - 3PM
Picture This--Learn how to scan your favorite pictures into the
computer and create family photo calendars, scrapbooks or greeting
cards. Learn how to use a digital camera. Find the many ways photos
can be stored and shared, use on-line albums and print them out for
special projects.
10/22/08 thru 12/3/08
(No Class 11/26/08)
10AM - Noon
Animal Bytes--How much do you really know about animals? Where
do they live? What do they eat? Let’s go on a virtual Safari and
find out more!
1 - 3PM
Let’s Go Surfing--How do I find things on the Internet? How do I
stay safe? Learn how to surf the internet and recognize ads and
scams. Find fun things or information.
12/10/08 thru 1/21/09
(No Class 12/24/08)
10AM - Noon
Where Did My Money Go--Learn everyday money skills using
computer software, board games, simulated shopping and games like
the “Price is Right”! Practice making change or writing a check and
learn basic banking. Master simple budgeting.
1 - 3PM
People to Meet--Meet the stars! Find out about your favorite
movie, sports and singing stars. Keep a log of their current
activities, where they live, where they go for fun, who they hang
with, where they grew up, and who they were before they were stars!
1/28/09 thru 3/4/09
10AM - Noon
Games to Play--Enjoy exciting computer games. Play many fun word
games in a group or alone and enjoy it at your own pace. Build
vocabulary, eye-hand coordination and memory skills. Try your skills
by playing fun games such as pool, racing and bowling. Learn to play
against the computer as well.
1 - 3PM
Places to Go--Travel the world and see the sights right on the
Internet. Learn about different countries, cultures, music and taste
the food. Create a passport memory album and a recipe book from your
travel!
3/11/09 thru 4/15/09
10AM - Noon
Let’s Get Creative--Create labels, business cards,
letterhead, note cards, greeting cards and picture calendars. Learn
how to package these products for gifts or to sell them at local
fairs, flea markets, church or to family members. Tips on how to use
these skills for an at- home business.
1 - 3PM
Now Showing--Create movies and slide shows using cool software
while increasing language, reading and organizing skills. Everyone
will create a show at their own pace. Can’t read?...that’s okay;
create your ideas and write using pictures and let the computer help
you out.
4/21/09 thru 5/27/09
10AM - Noon
Amazing Stories--Enjoy stories and adventures from our large
library of electronic books that the computer can read to you or
read them yourself. Talk with classmates about the story, act out
your favorite part of the story, or write a book report. Many books
are available based upon reading level and interests.
1 - 3PM
Picture This--Learn how to scan your favorite pictures into the
computer and create family photo calendars, scrapbooks or greeting
cards. Learn how to use a digital camera. Find the many ways photos
can be stored and shared, use on-line albums and print them out for
special projects.
LIFE SKILLS ’N LUNCH !
Noon - 1:00
During this one hour weekly lunch class, independence is the
focus! Life skills such as food preparation, menu planning, item
cost and cleanup are taught by the staff.
Limited class: Available ONLY to half or full day
registrants.
Food is included.
Print
the Program Registration Form
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