Welcome!

Our Mission

To provide authentic learning experiences for young adults ages 18-21 to increase engagement and independence in the community. Students will engage in a variety of community-based learning activities, allowing them to to develop work readiness, social, and independent living skills. 

Why WTA?

WTA may be a fit if you have unmet IEP Goals in:

  • Pre Vocational Skills

  • Community

  • Independent Living

  • Self Advocacy

At WTA, students grow independence and skills to support independent living and pre-vocational job skills . Students also get exposure and connection to community resources and public transit systems, building confidence with the tools available for success.

Is WTA the right fit?

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For more information about Special Education in Wisconsin, please visit dpi.wi.gov/sped.

School Work Experiences

  • School Grounds

  • Capabilities

  • East Maintenance

  • Awesome Autos

  • Woof Cafe

  • Popcorn Cart

  • pizzABLE

Partnership with Community Agencies

  • Department of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR)

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC)

  • Adaptive Community Approach Program (ACAP)

  • Special Olympics

  • Independence First

Community Work Experiences

  • Quad Graphics

  • YMCA

  • ReStore

  • Waukesha School District IT Department

  • C.A.R.E. 

  • ADRC Playmakers

Community Recreation & Leisure

  • Buchner Park

  • Retzer Nature Center

  • Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium

  • Milwaukee County Zoo

  • Waukesha Public Library

  • Waukesha Fire Department

  • WCTC / UW-Whitewater Life College

  • Sunset Bowl Entertainment Center

  • Corners of Brookfield

  • Local Community Shops

  • Coffee Shop Exploration