 Special education students in Brannard have been working on job skills through a new program called the Brandon Project. Once the students graduate, they will begin employment at local resorts this summer. Our Sarah Winkelman has more. Even though the lake is covered with ice right now, before you know it, guests will be coming up to Rutgers Resort for the summer. And with that, a hiring of new employees, including several from the Brandon Project. Everybody I've met so far, their hearts in it, they're going to be hard workers. They're going to have the right spirit. Chris Rudger is excited to get his newest employees started, but first, a tour of the resort. It's very fun just watching, standing back and watching their facial expressions and seeing the excitement building and it's becoming real. Not something we just talk about. An eye-opening experience for the students and their parents. Being here is kind of a relief, you know, sending your child into the great unknown. Where students will be working in areas like housekeeping. Strip and bed is my favorite. Today, Nathan was able to see the rooms he will soon be working in, and says he is excited. Yes, I am. He isn't the only one, though, as his mom is grateful for the opportunity for her son. He definitely likes to have responsibility. He is a very social individual. Nathan is one of seven students that will soon be hired at Rudger's. It's a whole lot of fun and new door open to me and everything. With skills that prepare them for work and beyond. I think that he's improved on his skills at home from making beds and cleaning and taking care of his bedroom and just overall happiness. Yeah, he's happy. Happiness mixed with a lot of great things. It's fun. I like this place. For a place that's full of traditions, there will soon be one more added to the list. This is a wonderful opportunity for a lot of young adults that will really make a difference. The students are excited for the ice to melt and to get underway with their first ever jobs. Reporting in Deerwood, Sarah Winkleman, Lakeland News. About seven students will be hired in May. What a great program that is. It certainly is. If you enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax deductible contribution to Lakeland PBS.