Class Curriculum Overview

Functional Reading helps students develop essential literacy and comprehension skills for everyday life. Instruction is individualized and uses evidence-based curricula such as News-2-You, Unique Learning System, Wilson Reading System, Achieve 3000, Boom Cards, and teacher-created materials. 

Lessons focus on reading comprehension, sight word recognition, and functional vocabulary for real-world use. Students engage with diverse cultures and current events through interactive lessons, guided reading, discussions, and technology-based activities that promote independence, confidence, and meaningful connections between reading and daily life.

Vocational Skills prepares high school students for employment and greater community independence. Students develop practical skills, work habits, and social behaviors through hands-on activities, classroom projects, role-playing, and community-based instruction. 

Lessons focus on job readiness, communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and completing employment documents, helping students build confidence and independence for a successful transition into adult life.