Preparing for work post high school

Heaven recently completed her first Summer Youth Work Experience program with LEAP.

Through this experience, she learned that she'd like to know more merchandising when looking towards her future.

"I learned about pricing, money, and customer service. I also learned that I like working with 1 or 2 persons but (also) choosing to work by myself so I can do stuff quietly."

As heads into her senior of high school, Heaven is, "looking forward to working with LEAP next about applying and interviewing. (Finishing school) and maybe working here (Burlington) part-time or somewhere else."

The Summer Youth Work Experience program by LEAP provides students with disabilities to gain hands-on work experience in the summer. They work with a job coach to help them learn the tasks of the job but also skills such as working with others, being on time, and advocating for oneself.

She is driven and ready to take the next steps on her career journey. We cant' wait to see what she'll achieve next.