Welcome To Sonny House
Mission Statement
The Sonny House Job Skills Prep Program teaches real-world job skills to high school students with cognitive disabilities. Through hands-on learning experiences, students build communication skills, independence, self-advocacy, and confidence as they prepare for employment and community involvement.
Vision Statement
Sonny House envisions a future where students with cognitive disabilities are valued members of the workforce and their communities. By providing meaningful job-skill experiences, Sonny House helps students transition successfully from school to independent living and employment.
President
LeAnn Holden-Martin
LeAnn Holden-Martin is a Special Education teacher passionate about preparing students with cognitive disabilities for life beyond the classroom.
She founded the Sonny House Job Skills Prep Program in 2014 to give students meaningful opportunities to learn workplace skills, build independence, and connect with their community. Sonny House reflects her belief that every student deserves the chance to succeed in real-world environments.