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Functional Math & Healthy Relationships
Functional Math & Healthy Relationships
Elizabeth Wolff, Math Teacher, ewolff@cyber.chpschools.org
Nydia Martes, Instructional Assistant, nmartes@chpschools.org
“Every child’s journey in learning is unique—adaptive math programs empower students to build confidence, discover their potential, and achieve success at their own pace.
Together, we can unlock their future.”
Curriculum Overview
Curriculum Overview
Functional Math Curriculum
Our functional math curriculum focuses on helping high school students build real-life money and budgeting skills at their level. Students practice identifying coins and bills, counting money, and making change through hands-on activities and real-world scenarios like shopping or running a classroom store. They learn how to read prices, decide if they have enough money to make a purchase, and compare costs. We also introduce simple budgeting by teaching wants vs. needs, planning for expenses, and tracking savings goals. Students get opportunities to apply these skills in the community, such as at grocery stores or restaurants, to prepare them for greater independence in daily life.
Healthy Relationships Curriculum
Our functional Healthy Relationships curriculum is focused on a comprehensive, adaptable program designed for adolescents and young adults, especially those with special education needs, developmental or intellectual disabilities, or emotional/behavioral challenges. The overall goal is to help students build social, life, health, and safety skills that support successful relationships, self‐advocacy, and overall well-being.
The curriculum is organized into three main modules, each covering specific topics.
Caring for Myself / Hygiene; Understanding My Body / Health Education; Relationship Development & Social/Communication Skills
Weekly Overview
Weekly Overview
Monday 2/9/26
Monday 2/9/26
On Monday, students will work on planning and budgeting for a living space. They will identify essential household items, distinguish between needs and wants, and practice creating a simple budget to support independent living skills.
Tuesday 2/10/26
Tuesday 2/10/26
On Tuesday, students will continue planning and budgeting for a living space. They will compare prices, make purchasing decisions within a budget, and adjust their plan as needed. This lesson reinforces real-world problem-solving and financial independence.
Wednesday 2/11/26
Wednesday 2/11/26
Students will participate in CBI preparation for an upcoming trip to IKEA. They will practice planning skills such as reviewing a shopping list, budgeting, identifying items in a store, and discussing appropriate behavior in the community. This preparation supports independence and real-world vocational and life skills.
Thursday- 2/12/26
Thursday- 2/12/26
CBI-Ikea
Students will participate in a Community-Based Instruction (CBI) trip to IKEA. They will practice real-world skills including navigating a store, locating items, following a shopping list, budgeting, and using appropriate community behaviors. This experience supports independence and functional life skills.
friday-2/13/26
friday-2/13/26
*Parent Teacher Conferences 1PM-3PM*
Today, students will continue building their vocational skills through School-Based (SBVT) or Community-Based Vocational Training (CBVT). They’ll take part in hands-on activities that foster independence, responsibility, and practical job skills for future success.
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
February Events
2/10/26- Honor Roll Ceremony & Town Hall
2/11/26- CBI Prep
2/12/26 - CBI to Ikea
2/13/26- Full day of classes
2/16/26- No School, Presidents Day
2/18/26 - Full day of classes
2/25/26- Black History Month Celebration
Math Parent Resources
Math Parent Resources
Healthy Relationship Parent Resources
Healthy Relationship Parent Resources
Healthy Relationship Resources:
Healthy Relationships- Understanding Social Media
Parent Support Toolkit for Parents of Children with Autism
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