LANSING SPECIAL EDUCATION

LINCS

 
Learning

Independence

in Natural

Community Settings

A Leavenworth County Special Education Cooperative Program for 18-21 year olds who have met the requirements for education, but who have yet to complete their IEP Goals.

210 E. Mary

Lansing, KS 66043

Phone: 913-727-1755

Fax: 913-727-1602

LINCS Staff

Kelli Denney, LINCS Teacher, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  

Linda Shijaku, LINCS Teacher, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  

Chris Cezar, Psychologist, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  

Dr. Sandy VanCise, Program Coordinator, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  

LINCS Mission

To prepare individuals with disabilities to reach their maximum potential of independence;

To educate individuals to be responsible, productive citizens;

To assist individuals to understand themselves and to become empowered to make informed decisions regarding their future;

To collaborate with individuals, families, and the community to provide a continuum of services.

LINCS Functional Curriculum

Independent Living Skills

• Food planning and preparation
• Housekeeping
• Laundry
• Self-Care and personal health
• Shopping
• Money Management

Vocational Skills

• Work Related Skills
• Community Classroom
• Job Development Skills
• Job Seeking Skills
• Develop and Maintain Appropriate Work Skills and Behavior
• Specific Skill Development

Community Participation

• Budgeting
• CLEAR Classes at JUCCO
• Shopping
• Eating Out
• Community Services/Agencies
• Transportation
• Self-Advocacy
• Social Development
• Acquire Self-Identity
• Age-appropriate Personal Interaction Skills
• Develop Personal Relationships
• Practice Social Skills
• Exhibit Independent Behavior
• Make Informed Decisions
• Communication

Recreation/Leisure

• Identify Community Recreation Activitites
• Plan and Participate in Personal and Group Activities

Program Requirements

• Met basic requirements for high school graduation (core credits)
• Need for functional curriculum - independent living skills
• Need for vocational training
• Enrolled in Home School District
• Connected with adult agencies
• Age 18-21
• Disabling Conditions case by case determination by administration and team approval

What every Functional Teacher and Parent need to remember about LINCS PDF