ACES is a program that provides students ages 16-22 with an alternative pathway to a diploma through work-based opportunities tailored to their strengths and interests. Valley News/Courtesy photo
SAN JACINTO – San Jacinto Unified School District is looking for community partners to ensure the success of a newly launched pilot program to enhance transition services for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
The District, in collaboration with the Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) and the Department of Developmental Services (DDS), developed an “Achieving Critical Employment Skills” (ACES) program, designed to serve as a model throughout California. Representatives from each organization met at SJHS recently to get a firsthand look at the program.
The program provides students, ages 16-22, with an alternate pathway to a diploma and extensive work-based learning opportunities tailored to their strengths and interests. In addition to classroom lessons, stud
