What we will be learning
COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION COMPETENCIES
9th grade
Community Safety
Street Crossing & Being aware of strangers.
Apply to the Clear Program with Sheriff.
Demonstrate how to walk in a parking lot, driveway, and when there is no sidewalk.
Personal Safety
Carry a wallet/purse with contact information.
Demonstrate how and when to use contact information.
Recognize who to ask for help at the store or when in an unfamiliar place.
Consumer
Asking an employee for help to locate an item & using good manners.
Price check an item or ask for a price check.
Use a calculator or estimate sales taxes on items to determine if student has enough money.
10th grade
Community Signs
Pedestrian & Commercial.
Environment & Landmark.
Traffic Signs & Symbols.
Helping Others
Open door for others at various locations.
Demonstrate good manners in the community by using the appropriate phrases.
Library
Obtain a library card.
Knowledge of services available at the library.
Demonstrate knowledge of using library website and use check out system.
11th grade
Citizenship & Voting
Awareness of Citizens Responsibilities.
Understanding of volunteering in the community & completing service application.
Knowledge of voting and application.
Planning CBI for group
Demonstrate teamwork with peers and planning CBI trips.
Research & information for CBI by using a variety of media.
Communicate to peers the details of planned CBI events.
12th grade
Travel & Transportation
Public transportation knowledge or knowledge of car part.
Travel Train or Get a California ID Card.
Usage of Public Bus schedule or Gasoline mileage & cost.
Job Search
Request for an application at a business of interest.
Complete application and return to business.
Follow up by contacting business about application.
Mall
Demonstrate location and how ask for help at security office or information desk.
Knowledge of two bathrooms located at the mall or demonstrate knowledge of two bathroom signs.
Demonstrate knowledge of the type of store they will do business with.
LIVING SKILLS COMPETENCIES
9th grade
Caring for Personal Needs
Demonstrate knowledge of physical fitness, nutrition and weight
Exhibit proper grooming and hygiene
Practice personal safety
Bringing and Caring for Clothing
Wash and clean clothing.
Purchase clothing.
Iron, mend, and put away clothing
Dealing with Emergencies
Who to contact
Contact public agencies and locations
10th grade
Exhibiting Responsible Citizenship
Demonstrate knowledge of citizen, civil rights, and responsibilities.
Know nature of local, state, and federal governments.
Demonstrate knowledge of the law and the ability to follow the law.
Utilizing Recreational Facilities and Engaging in Leisure
Choose and plan activities.
Demonstrate knowledge of the value of Recreation
Engage in group and individual activities.
Medical and Dental
Knowing your health providers.
Knowing your medication, prescriptions, and or over the counter.
Calendar usage to follow up with doctor and specialist.
11th grade
Managing Personal Finances
Make responsible expenditures.
Calculate and pay taxes.
Keep responsible expenditures.
Buying, Preparing, and Consuming Food
Purchasing food.
Demonstrate appropriate eating habits.
Plan and eat balanced meals.
Getting Around the Community
Demonstrate knowledge of traffic rules.
Demonstrate knowledge and use of various means.
Find ways around the community.
12th grade
Selecting and Managing a Household
Maintain home exterior and Interior.
Use basic appliances and tools.
Set up a household.
Raising Children and Meeting Marriage Responsibilities
Demonstrate physical care of raising children.
Knowledge of psychological aspects of raising children.
Demonstrate marriage responsibilities.
Housing
Budgeting for a home.
Selecting a roommate.
Tenant agreement and leasing.