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F.L.I.T.E.

Foundations for Learning Independence Through Education: The Janus Post-Secondary Opportunity

The Janus School's 10-month post-secondary program is designed to provide students the skills that will assist them in functioning independently and successfully within the adult world and college environment. The post-secondary program is focused on individualized instruction, developing every student's academic and social skills in order to be successful lifelong learners.

The purpose of the Janus post-secondary program is to support and facilitate learning in the college setting. Following best practice models, students are directly taught skills that will enable independence and self-responsibility as a learner and adult.

Unlike The Janus School core program, applicants for the post-secondary program are not required to have a diagnosed learning disability as a prerequisite for enrollment.

Instruction and support in the following areas are emphasized:

• time management
• note and test taking
• organizational skills
• goal setting
• problem solving

A student must possess a high school diploma, and must be accepted and enrolled in a local 4-year, vocational/technical, or community college, and must complete the Janus admission process as a requirement for enrollment.

Program dates and schedule

The non-residential program runs August through June, and is aligned with The Janus School calendar. Students can enroll for a semester or the full academic year. Students attend classes at Janus from 8 AM – 12 noon, and college courses in the afternoon, evening, and weekends.

Students are enrolled in the following classes during the morning program:

Each student will be assigned and will regularly meet with an advisor at Janus; the advisor acts as a liaison with the college guidance/advising office and supports the student as he/she develops his/her skills as an independent student. The advisor is also involved in college and career decision making, such as choosing classes and applying for summer jobs.

The cost of the program does not include transportation, residential costs, or college tuition and fees. A laptop computer is highly recommended.

How to apply for F.L.I.T.E.

The following information is required upon application to The Janus School Post-Secondary Program:

1. An application to be completed by the applicant, and a $50 application fee. Download the application now.
2. A completed parent/guardian questionnaire.
3. A completed student questionnaire.
4. An official high school transcript and any post-secondary program records.
5. Verification of application, acceptance and/or enrollment in a post-secondary program.
6. Two references from persons who have known the applicant for six months or longer. At least one reference should be an educator (teacher, counselor, principal, etc.). Another reference, if possible, should be an employer or work supervisor.
7. Placement tests (math, reading, writing) results from post-secondary placement, if given.
8. (optional) An educational evaluation conducted within the past three years, including cognitive and achievement assessment.

Upon acceptance, the applicant and applicant's parent/guardian are required to:

1. Complete, sign, and return the Enrollment Contract and deposit to The Janus School.
2. Send the student's immunization record and Emergency Information Form to The Janus School.
3. Send his/her post-secondary school semester schedule to The Janus School.
4. Complete the 'new student' acceptance packet and return to The Janus School.