Special-Education Students showcase skills for prospective employers
Posted by GSDispatch Editor in by Lee’s Summit R7 School District, Edu
Kyle Whobrey of Lee’s Summit West High School participates in the car-detailing event.
Lee’s Summit R-7 School District special-education students participated in the fourth annual Lee’s Summit Job Olympics, held May 1 at Unity Village. During the event, the students competed in job-related activities, such as child care, computer skills or food preparation.
The students were able to practice job-related skills and also demonstrate their own abilities to prospective employers. Kelly Twenter, Lee’s Summit High School life skills teacher, developed the local Job Olympics, which has expanded over the years.
Job Olympics also included opening ceremonies, a luncheon and awards and closing ceremonies with awards.
