Tyler ISD's LINK students stepping into the future after graduation
The Learning Independence and New Knowledge Program is located on the Tyler Junior College West Campus and local businesses and helps students with special needs develop vocational and independent living skills.
This year's class includes the following students from Tyler Legacy High School:
Mia Dickerson
Jair Egan
Alyssa Ledesma
Danica Wetmore
Riley Harris
Ryan Record
De von Simpson
Angel Rodriguez was the other graduate from Tyler High School.
'We are so grateful for everyone who makes this journey to adulthood and independence possible,' said Tyler ISD Student Support Coordinator Abby Dominy. 'From our Tyler ISD team and LINK instructors to our host partner, Tyler Junior College, and the many community businesses that support work-based learning, each has played a vital role in helping these students build purposeful, fulfilling adult lives. We also thank the families of our LINK graduates, whose love and support have been essential every step of the way.'
In the last five years, the LINK Program has teamed up with several local businesses including:
Rose City Arts & Gifts
Hangers of Hope
Weird & Different Clothing Store
ReStore by Habitat for Humanity
Shelley Drive Animal Clinic
Chick-fil-A at Broadway Square Mall
Papa John'S
Goodwill Industries
The Heights Senior Care Center
Reunion Plaza Senior Care Center
Caldwell Arts Academy
Discovery Science Place
Tyler Public Library
Starbrite Equestrian Center
Tyler ISD Gary Administrative and St. Louis Buildings
Tyler ISD Transportation Department
Six of the eight students in the 2025 class are already employed. This is the 15th class to participate in the program.
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