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Program Description
* Practical geography combined with ethnic cuisine and folk
dancing to expant participants' horizons and knowledge of
the world.
* Applied math to learn money management, comparative shopping,
banking, handling personal expenses and accounting. Computer
training.
* Dance, therapeutic movement, performing arts.
* Nutrition, cooking and baking.
* Weekend outings and trips which foster social interaction
and fun.
* Exploration of career opportunities in performing arts,
drama and role playing.
Creation of Employment Opportunities
* Establishment of a small business - a Thrift Shop store
managed, staffed and developed by the participants, their
families, and volunteers.
Creation of Micro-Enterprises
* A baby sitting business with participants who have received
the Red Cross Baby Sitting certificate.
* Selling items for profit at the local swap meet.
* Future micro enterprises will be created according to participant's
interests and abilities.
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