Students from the MD and AIIM programs at Rye Lake Lower Campus put the new Life Skills Space to the test with a hands-on baking activity—and it was a delicious success! Students measured and mixed cookie dough, scooped cookies onto trays, followed step-by-step directions and decorated their creations with homemade icing.

Led by Assistant Principal Michael Guida, with support from SWBOCES Consultant and retired Principal Phyllis Rizzi, the activity also included a special visit from Director of Special Services Jessica Walker and support from our YAI volunteer mentors. Students practiced important skills including independence, communication, socialization, patience, and following directions—all while having fun!

“Our new Life Skills Space is all about creating meaningful opportunities for students to learn by doing," Principal Jonathan Remeny said. "Watching our students work together, build confidence, and take pride in what they created was wonderful to see. This is exactly the kind of hands-on learning we envisioned for this space.”