Voices Together is offering a session of its Pre-ETS program for ages 14-21 at the McNairy Branch in August. The session will be held on August 7, 9, 11, 14, 16, and 18 from 11 am – 12 pm. Attendees must be:

- Between the ages of 14 - 21

- Eligible for special education services under IDEA or considered an individual with a disability under Section 504

- Enrolled in traditional/alternative secondary or post-secondary program

- School referral and signed consent form required

Register for this program by completing this Pre-ETS Interest Form.

Voices Together® is a non-profit organization specializing in music therapy and is a service provider for Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) with the NC Division of Vocational Rehabilitation. Voices Together® has developed an innovative and evidence-based program with transformational outcomes in North Carolina communities, school classrooms, and vocational settings since 2007.

The VOICSS® Model helps students learn to speak and listen, work well with others, manage their emotions, and learn job skills. The program uses a unique music therapy model to employ a specialized curriculum that blends functional living and learning skills. The program helps neurodivergent individuals improve their communication, self-efficacy, and self-advocacy to help them thrive in their lives, school, and work.

The board-certified therapists engage students to work on individual and group goals through various methods. The non-directive approach allows students to express themselves, advocate their needs and learn to solve problems. The program teaches the soft skills necessary to navigate daily life, school, community, and a job. Voices Together does not refer to the term "job/employment" traditionally; instead, it is adapted to what it means to each student. A job could mean school, duties/chores at home, community, volunteer work, self-employment, or employment with a company.

Visit the Voices Together website for additional information about the organization.