Empower U
Our Mission
Empower U, in partnership with our community, provides specialized instruction and opportunities specific to employment and independent living skills necessary for young adults to live a purposeful and productive life.
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Core Skills
- Adult Living Skills
- Community Participation
- Employability
Mission Implementation
- We provide opportunities to practice and learn skills on job sites and in the community.
- We provide instructional resources to meet young adults’ postsecondary vision in the areas of independent living, employment, and community participation.
- We are committed to empowering young adults to reach their maximum potential and to encourage self-advocacy.
- We provide opportunities and resources for young adults to communicate authentically, in all environments and advocate for their vision.
- We provide positive behavior intervention supports and social emotional learning.
- We are committed to partnering with families and collaborating with community supports and agencies.
- We are committed to providing a safe and secure learning environment for all young adults.
- We are committed to improving outcomes for all students through continuous improvement and implementing a system of supports.
Mayfield Building (Main) |
225 Mayfield Ave NE |
Grand Rapids, MI 49503 |
616-410-4860 |
Straight School |
850 Chatham St. NW |
Grand Rapids, MI 49504 |
616-410-4420 |
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