Huntley 158’s LIGHT Works hosting its first sale event Dec. 18-19

Get into the holiday spirit at LIGHT Works’ first sale event from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Thursday and Friday, Dec. 18-19, at the new Employment Center at 10401 Vine St. in Huntley.

This event features gently used Huntley spirit wear from LIGHT's donation drive and handmade holiday greeting cards created by talented LIGHT students. Stop by to browse gifts, pins, magnets, and more. Your support helps our young adults build independence, confidence, and valuable workplace skills. Come shop, celebrate, and spread a little cheer this season!

Last January, the district held an open house and ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newly renovated building on Vine Street near the heart of Huntley’s downtown square. It includes a retail storefront. The new home will provide LIGHT students with new opportunities for learning, connecting and collaborating with the community.

The LIGHT Program was launched in 2013 with the aim of providing transition services for students with special needs, ages 18-22.

The program serves students with disabilities who opt to delay acceptance of their diploma to receive additional services to help transition from school to post-secondary life, including employment services, additional education and/or training, and assistance with independent living.

LIGHT provides students high-quality learning experiences in a non-traditional high school setting. Staff members work with students to develop yearly plans and experiences designed to meet their specific goals.

The school district partnered with dozens of businesses and organizations in the local community to set up meaningful and accessible employment opportunities, as well as experiential learning and job shadowing experiences for students who choose to pursue paid employment.

For information, visit light.huntley158.org/about-78/school-history.