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Project SEARCH success continues at Just Sports

 

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Two years ago Morningside launched a new internship program for high school students with
disabilities. It has been a very successful partnership between The Evergreen State College, Department of Vocational Rehabilitation, Olympia School District, and Morningside. Each year the
students have grown in their skills and many have found great job matches. Others continue building their skills in preparation for the right fit. Some have even found their dream job. One of those students is Ryan Rosado.  Initially as he began the school year in the Project SEARCH program, it was hard for Ryan to adjust to the discipline of going to work at his internship site and
following instructions. The instructors wanted him to be successful and after talking with Ryan about his wishes, he decided to seek more customized help through Morningside’s Person-To-Person Program, where he would have individualized attention and could pursue employment at his
own pace.  With support from Morningside’s staff, they identified his dream job – working at his
favorite store, Just Sports in the Westfield Capital Mall in Olympia – and approached manager Mitch
Hilby. An instant connection was formed between the two and Ryan was soon hired, where he was
immediately integrated into the team atmosphere of the store.  Ryan’s employment journey
began with Project SEARCH. With Morningside staff guidance, Ryan was able to identify his goals and need for customized assistance.  And Ryan achieved success by securing his dream job. His love of sports and eagerness to work earned him the position at Just Sports. With his passion for the job, and the continued support of his new teammates, Ryan’s success will be ensured into the future. Just like any athlete on a sports team.

Read the rest of the Fall Newsletter here.

ISSUE 25 FALL 2011

 

 

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