Students honored at PVW's job readiness program graduation ceremony and luncheon

Eight people with developmental disabilities on July 10 received certificates of completion from a job readiness class offered by PVW.

PVW -- formerly Pomona Valley Workshop -- is dedicated to assisting adults with disabilities reach their potential in vocational and socialization skills so they can achieve their highest level of employment and community integration. 

PVW'S class graduates include Rocio Buenrostro, Jennifer Goede, Alfonso Lizarde, Yasmin Ramirez, Greg Rivera, Jorge Rodriguez, Robert Sanchez and Ted Schermerhorn. 

The graduation luncheon was hosted by PVW for students, staff members, family and friends. 

Amanda McGuire, job readiness class leader and pvw sales specialist, welcomed students and guests during lunch and presented certificates and a graduation speech, according PVW news release.

Each graduate was presented with a certificate of completion and special graduation gift bags with many items donated by local community members, including Cunning Dental Group, Travel by Design and Pat Rees. 

Through PVW's Supported Employment Services, adults with developmental disabilities are placed in community-based jobs<USdefault>, according PVW news release. 

Prior to the placement, people who are served receive job training and employment services while learning the skills necessary to successfully enter the workforce.

The Job Readiness Class is an important part of this training, focusing on a person's abilities and providing the tools individuals need to be successful on a long-term basis, both on and off the job. 

For more information about the supported employment services program at PVW, call Terri DiMarco, director of marketing and development, at (909) 624-3555, ext. 239, or send an email to terri@pvwonline.org.