Due to professional development and planning days there will be no Connections classes or work crews this Thursday and Friday. What will you do with your extra time? Hopefully something fun or productive.
ABSE and LCC class are in session.
Next Friday 10/18 the “plan an event” class is organizing a party in the afternoon. Even if you are not scheduled to be in the Friday class, you are welcome to attend. Please let your case manager know so that we have enough food for everyone.
Next week on Thursday 10/10 and Friday 10/11 there will be no school for all of 4j. ABSE and LCC credit classes will be on their normal schedule and in session.
Things to do this weekend:
Hosted on the first Saturday of October, our annual Great Willamette Clean Up is a river-wide, community day-of-action. Volunteers participate by watercraft or by foot to free our river of trash and debris, while improving habitat and community spirit along the way. Cleanup sites are posted throughout the basin, and our on-line registration for this event will open in September.
A holiday shopping festival featuring arts, crafts, clothing, jewelry, gourmet food sampling, Santa and much more. Free Admission.October 4 – 6, 2019
Hope you are enjoying week two of the Fall term. At this point you should be getting used to your schedule, making new friends, and knowing where the classes are. If you need extra help please ask any staff and we are happy to assist.
If you are curious about what is happening on Monday or Friday afternoons make sure you check the tabs at the top of the page labeled “Parks and Rec” and “Guests and Activities.”
Fall has arrived and we encourage you to take a walk around the neighborhood this weekend and enjoy the beautiful weather. You might even meet a new neighbor and get to know your community better.
Sept 19th
Trip to VRC , Meet at LCC downtown classroom #318 @ 12:50pm.
We will leave on BUS # 66 at 1:20pm , we will go back on BUS# 67 at 3:07pm
See you there!
The first week of classes has been an adjustment for everyone but I think this will be the best year yet!
If you are absent or late please email or text your instructor. You can find their contact information in the link above.
It is also Connection students responsibility to inform their instructor about reasonable accommodations ahead of time (if possible) in person or in writing.
I hope to see you all at Sunday Streets 2019 this coming Sunday:
Get ready for Eugene’s largest party in the streets! In 2019 we’ll be holding one special Sunday Streets Downtown on September 22nd from 12- 4 pm. The event will kick off with the EUG Parade 11 am- 12 pm and the route will include a longer loop around 8th Avenue, Monroe Street, Broadway, and Oak Street. View the 2019 event map and activities schedule here.
Hope you are all enjoying the beautiful weather and getting out of the house!
The staff at Connections are working hard getting ready for the next school year and we hope this will be the best one yet! We are holding our information meetings for new students this week on Wednesday at 3:30pm and Thursday at 6:30pm at 2120 Bailey Hill Rd. Returning students are welcome to join us!
We are holding orientation on Monday September 9th and Tuesday September 10th from 10:00am to 1:00pm. We get to know each other, envision the future, have fun and eat. On Wednesday September 11th each student will have an individual appointment to meet with their transition team to create a schedule that serves their needs.
The fall schedule is complete and posted in the link above. We are so looking forward to working with all of you to help your hopes and dreams come true 🙂
The dates included in the letter for information night and orientation are correct, the year should read 2019, not 2018. Sorry for any confusion.
Anders and I are back to work today and are planning the best Connections year yet! The Connections staff will be reaching out to returning students and students who are entering the program. Everyone eligible will be getting a letter in the mail either late this week or early next week. Don’t hesitate to call, email or text if you have any questions.
We look forward to working with you this year 🙂
As the summer dwindles down and I start thinking of the next school year I get excited about all the wonderful things we will be working on together! The welcome letter has been drafted and will be send out to eligible students and their families by August 28th. Please see the new calendar in the link above for detail on important dates.
Here is a copy of the letter that is being sent out:
Jasmin Quitta Phone: (541) 954-7133 quitta@4j.lane.edu
Anders Pettersson Phone: (541) 912-3618 pettersson_a@4j.lane.edu
Lori Arnold Phone: (541) 915-8493 arnold_l@4j.lane.edu
Dear Students and Families,
My name is Jasmin Quitta-Vetro and I will be one of the Connections teachers for the 2019-2020 school year. Connections is one of the transition services offered through the 4J Transition Program. Our goal is to help students with the transition from High School to independent living. High school graduates with an alternative certificate or a GED, and who have received Special Education Services are eligible for this program. In addition to myself, Anders Pettersson will be a teacher, Lori Arnold will be our Connections Transition Specialist and Heather Williams and Amy Caprile will be our Educational Assistants.
Connections is a full or part time individualized program designed to support students between the ages of 18-21 in developing and reaching their goals as they move into adulthood. The Connections curriculum focuses on promoting the skills needed to be successful in vocational, educational, independent living and social settings. As part of our program, we can provide assistance in accessing community services which students may be eligible for. Instruction takes place in several locations within the community, depending on student need. Students may take part in small group seminars, vocational work crews and/or individual advocate sessions designed to support each student’s goals.
We plan to hold two (2) informational meetings in early September. One on Wednesday September 4th between 3:30pm and 4:30pm and the presentation will be repeated on Thursday September 5th between 6:30pm and 7:30pm. This will take place at 2120 Bailey Hill Rd., Eugene OR 97403. On the back on this letter are bussing and driving directions. We will be holding orientation/registration during the next week (September 9-12, 2018). Seminars/advocates will begin on September 16, 2018. Latest calendar updates are posted on the Connections’ Website http://blogs.4j.lane.edu/connections/.
If you intend to enroll in Connections, please contact us ASAP. Please attend the informational sessions if you have any questions, or you can speak to Jasmin, Anders or Lori using the contact information above.
Thank you, and we are looking forward to working with you this year,
Jasmin Quitta-Vetro and Anders Pettersson, Special Programs Teachers
Wow! We are so close to the finish line. Monday we are meeting at building 2120 and taking activity vans to Shotgun Creek for a picnic and outdoor games. We will be having hamburgers, hot dogs, potato salad, veggie tray, ranch dip, fruit tray and s’mores. Our activities will be badminton, bocci ball, volley ball, bingo, hiking, corn hole, ladder toss and good old socializing. Feel free to bring games or food, anything you want to share. We will return to 2120 before 4pm.
Last day of school will be Monday, so on Tuesday you are on Summer break. We hope you have a fun and safe summer vacation. For those students moving on the Connections staff wish you all the best for your future!
