09/30/2026
There has been a lot happening at ANBAC lately, with our students getting opportunities to learn, create, connect, and strengthen skills that can be applied in everyday life.
Some of our students recently attended the Technology & Robotics Expo at the Center for Rural Development. Opportunities like this provide valuable exposure to new technology while supporting skill acquisition in areas such as problem-solving, critical thinking, and adaptability. Community experiences also give our students the opportunity to explore new interests and engage with resources outside of the center.
Meanwhile, others have been busy in the kitchen preparing muffins. These activities reinforce practical skills such as food preparation, kitchen safety, following multi-step directions, time management, teamwork, and responsibility.
Our Interpersonal Restorative Practices & Conflict Resolution class also had an excellent lesson focused on passive, aggressive, and assertive communication. The class discussed how each communication style can affect our interactions with others and how assertive communication can help us express our needs, establish boundaries, navigate disagreements, and communicate respectfully and effectively.
Everything we do at ANBAC has a purpose. Whether we’re out in the community, working in the kitchen, or having meaningful conversations in class, we’re creating opportunities for continued skill development, greater independence, confidence, self-advocacy, and personal growth.
