A senate RESOLUTION

 

TO RECOGNIZE AND COMMEND THE VICTORY WORKS PROGRAM AT HEYWARD CAREER AND TECHNOLOGY CENTER FOR ITS OUTSTANDING COMMITMENT TO PREPARING TRANSITION-AGE STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES FOR EMPLOYMENT, INDEPENDENT LIVING, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT, AND TO HONOR THE PROGRAM FOR ITS DEDICATION TO SUPPORTING AND RECOGNIZING VETERANS.

 

Whereas, the Victory Works Program at Heyward Career and Technology Center serves students ages 18 through 21 with intellectual disabilities and autism who have completed high school but did not receive a diploma; and

 

Whereas, the program provides structured instruction in employability, independent living, and social skills to support a successful transition into adulthood; and

 

Whereas, students participate in hands-on learning experiences and community-based instruction that promote workplace readiness, communication, financial literacy, and independence; and

 

Whereas, the Victory Works Program fosters strong community partnerships and emphasizes civic engagement and service; and

 

Whereas, students actively participate in the annual Veterans Day Community Action Program, where they honor veterans and learn the importance of service and sacrifice; and

 

Whereas, this initiative has earned statewide and national recognition through SkillsUSA, with Victory Works students placing at both the state and national levels for two consecutive years; and

 

Whereas, these accomplishments demonstrate exceptional leadership, teamwork, and commitment to community service; and

 

Whereas, the South Carolina Senate recognizes the importance of programs that prepare students with disabilities for independence and meaningful community participation; and

 

Whereas, the members of the South Carolina Senate are thankful to the Victory Works Program at Heyward Career and Technology Center for its outstanding contributions to student success and community engagement. They applaud the program's dedication to honoring veterans and congratulate the students on their state and national achievements through SkillsUSA. Now, therefore,

 

Be it resolved by the Senate:

 

That the members of the South Carolina Senate, by this resolution, recognize and commend the Victory Works Program at Heyward Career and Technology Center for its outstanding commitment to preparing transition-age students with disabilities for employment, independent living, and community engagement, and honor the program for its dedication to supporting and recognizing veterans.

 

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to the Victory Works Program.

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