Special Education
Educational options and support
The purpose of the Special Education program
is to provide appropriate educational opportunities for students who are
eligible according to the federal guidelines of the Individuals with Disabilities
Education Act (I.D.E.A.). Determination of student eligibility and placement
under I.D.E.A. guidelines is the legal responsibility of the Special Services
Team (S.S.T.) at each school.
About the Learning Center
The Learning Center Program has been designed
to provide the educational options and support necessary for eligible students
to make satisfactory progress toward their educational goals. An Individualized
Education Plan (I.E.P.) is written for each student, and an annual review
is held to discuss progress and set goals. Small class sizes are essential
in order to provide individual support. When a student no longer needs
the services of the Learning Center Program in order to achieve school
success, the student will be moved into the regular education program.
Our goal is to provide students with the skills, the confidence, and the
self-motivation that they will need for a successful transition into the
world of work, independent living, and further education or training.
Learning
Center English 3
Prerequisite: Current IEP
Credit: LA (1 per 18 weeks)
The reading focus of this class will be on short stories and novels. The
writing emphasis will be on journal writing and essays.
Learning Center English 4
Prerequisite: Current IEP
Credit: LA (1 per 18 weeks)
The emphasis of the course will be on compiling an autobiography. The literature
themes will focus on increasing knowledge and awareness of yourself and
others. Students will be required to read two novels independently.
Learning Center Algebra Prep
Prerequisite: Current IEP
Credit: MA (1 per 18 weeks)
This course is for students on IEPs who are not yet ready for Algebra.
Basic pre-algebra skills will be reviewed along with more advanced algebra
and geometry skills.
Learning Center American Studies
Prerequisite: Current IEP
Credit: SS (1 per 18 weeks)
The emphasis of this course is on the Constitution of the U.S., the Declaration
of Independence, and the Amendments. Students will also study significant
historical events.
Learning Center U.S. History
Prerequisite: Current IEP
Credit: SS (1 per 18 weeks)
The emphasis of this course is on the history of the United States, including
WWI and WWII, and culminating with current events.
Learning Center Study Hall
Prerequisite: Current IEP
Credit: OS (1 per 18 weeks)
This course provides students with a structured time to study and receive
assistance in completing assignments. Students will receive feedback approximately
every 2.5 weeks on their progress from their regular education teachers.
Skills taught include notebook organization, note taking, reviewing for
tests, and using assignment sheets.
Personal Growth
Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation
Credit: OS (.5 per 9 weeks)
All students will have an opportunity to identify emotions generated out
of conflict and to learn specific communication techniques. Individual
issues are discussed and problem-solved to afford students the opportunity
for change. Role playing is used, allowing students the opportunity to
practice skills from real-life situations in a controlled environment.
Students may repeat this course with teacher permission.
Personal Growth Teacher Assistant
Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and successful completion of Personal
Growth.
Credit: OS (.5 per 9 weeks)
Students are expected to assist with the class, perform role plays with
beginning students, and give one community presentation per nine weeks.
They are also expected to serve as positive role models in class.
Learning Center Work Experience
Prerequisite: Current IEP
Credit: OS (.5 per 9 weeks)
Work sites are utilized throughout the community to place students according
to their interests and special needs as determined by the IEP. Direct supervision
is provided for each site as well as weekly supervision by a work experience
coordinator.
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