LINKS

The LINKS club—often referred to as the LINKS Curriculum or a peer-to-peer LINKS program—is designed to support students with autism and developmental disabilities. Its primary focus is on building independence across school, community, and vocational settings through structured, evidence-based instruction and meaningful social support. The LINKS Curriculum is a comprehensive, web-based program that teaches functional life skills, including daily living routines. In addition, many high schools implement Peer-to-Peer LINKS classes, where general education students are paired with peers who have special needs. 

At Allendale we offer three different LINKS classes: PE, Art and Life Skills. These partnerships promote inclusion while providing support with social interaction, academic tasks, and everyday routines. Our LINKS program typically targets key areas such as personal care, motor development, communication, social skills, and leisure or recreational activities. Instruction is individualized to meet each student’s unique needs. The overall goal of the LINKS program is to help students develop independence, build self-determination, and gain the vocational and life skills necessary for success beyond school.

Contact Information

Halle Carpenter, [email protected]