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Vocational Programs & Community Outreach

Life Skills

A curriculum aims to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to navigate daily life effectively and successfully transition into adulthood. It focuses on developing both social-emotional and practical skills, covering areas like communication, decision-making, emotional intelligence, financial literacy, independent living skills, and workplace readiness. The curriculum is designed to be adaptable, interactive, and age-appropriate, fostering positive behaviors and healthy relationships. 

Life Skills:

The Vocational Program provides Life Skills services at our schools. 

 

Involving children in meal preparation helps them understand the importance of nutrition and encourages them to make healthier food choices. Learning how to cook balanced meals can lead to lifelong healthy eating habits.

Cooking teaches children essential life skills such as planning, following instructions, time management, and food safety. These skills are transferable to other areas of life and help children become more self-sufficient.

Cooking involves measurements, fractions, and basic math, as well as science concepts like temperature changes, chemical reactions, and the properties of ingredients. This hands-on experience reinforces what they learn in the classroom.

Mastering cooking skills boosts children’s confidence and gives them a sense of accomplishment. As they become more comfortable in the kitchen, they gain independence and are more likely to take on other responsibilities.

Cooking allows children to experiment with different flavors, ingredients, and techniques, fostering creativity. Exploring recipes from various cultures also helps children appreciate diversity and develop a broader understanding of the world.

Rahmeenah Salaam
Manager
973-405-6262 x282
r.salaam@eresc.com
Samiayah Ali
Assistant Manager
973-405-6262 x208
s.ali@eresc.com
Rodrigue Israel
Coordinator
973-405-6262 x202
r.israel@eresc.com
Bonnie Dubravsky
Secretary
973-405-6262 x265
b.dubravsky@eresc.com