Autonomy Preparation Program (APP)

APP is a local program that aims to teach students autonomy, self-advocacy and self-care skills, as well as academic progression in preparation for independence. 

AUTONOMY PREPARATION PROGRAM (APP) SUBJECTS AND COMPETENCIES

English Language Arts 632-500
• Uses language to communicate, to learn, and to engage in dialogue
• Reads and listens to written, spoken and media texts; represents her/his literacy in different media
• Writes a variety of genres for personal and social purposes; represents her/his literacy in different media

Français langue seconde, programme de base 634-500
• Interagir en français
• Lire des textes variés en français
• Produire des textes variés en français

Mathematics 563-500
• Solves a situational problem
• Uses mathematical reasoning
• Communicates by using mathematical language

Health and Human Development 615-590
• Makes the most of his/her knowledge of human development
• Recognizes the value of taking a holistic approach to health (physical, mental, and emotional)
• Adopts a healthy, active lifestyle

Transitioning Towards Independence 630-590
• Implements well-developed problem-solving skills
• Develops and applies self-advocacy skills
• Demonstrates independent application of compensatory skills
Exhibits well-developed recreational and socialization skills

Career Development 513-200
• Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility within dynamic work environments
• Demonstrates the ability to problem solve in real time
• Adopts a pro-active attitude 
• Reflects on level of ability and the impact with regard to job suitability