The co-teaching model (inclusion of special needs students in the regular education environment) focuses on collaboration between special education teachers and academic teachers, recognizing learning diversity among students and providing modifications as necessary.  The student must have an Individualized Education Program (IEP) on file which states services to be provided.  

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Learning Strategies classes will provide students with a structured environment in which to develop a variety of academic and everyday skills, including content support, organizational strategies, time-management. In addition to whole-group instruction, students will also receive one-on-one attention to address any specific needs. A portion of every class will also be dedicated to providing students with time to work independently on assignments for other classes. 

The Employability Credential is designed for students with disabilities for whom the IEP team determines that mastery of a career-based educational program (including academics, independent work experience, daily living skills, and self determination skill competencies) is the most appropriate way for a student to demonstrate his or her skills and provide a free appropriate public education (FAPE). To attain the Employability Credential, the student must meet the graduation requirements of one unit of physical education/health (or equivalent) and one unit of technology course, adhere to the local attendance policy, and earn a total of 24 earned units that include the following: 4 units of English, 4 units of mathematics, 2 units of science, 2 units of social studies, 4 units of employability education, and 6 units of elective courses.  These courses do not lead to a high school diploma. More information is available at https://thesccredential.org/. 

This program serves students with (ID) Intellectual Disability, (LD) Learning Disability, Autism, (OHI) Other Health Impaired, and (ED) Emotional Disability. This program utilizes the Unique Learning System Curriculum. This curriculum is designed for multi-level instruction and includes interactive technology for both group and independent work. The ULS component provides life skills and transition planning and includes instruction in daily living, social, vocational and community training, recreation, and leisure skills. Students completing this program earn an attendance certificate with emphasis placed on the competencies and skills needed to prepare students for productive and independent living within today’s society. Students take courses in Language and Literacy, Numeracy and Budgeting, Home and Family and Health and PE. Students in this program have the opportunity to take electives based on their interest and ability. 

The Profound Mentally Disabled (PMD) and Trainable Mentally Disabled (TMD) are self-contained programs blended with students who are non-verbal, non-mobile, or those who have limited verbal and comprehension skills. The curriculum for both classes is a functional daily living skills program that utilizes Unique Learning System based on core curriculum state standards using Smart Board Technology. Related services, as necessary, are also provided. The TMD class regularly participates in Special Olympics at the local and state level. The TMD program

works on daily living, social, vocational, community training, domestic, recreation, and functional academics. Job skills are also stressed through work from area businesses, AHS lunchroom, and other jobs. A mentoring program has also been established which involves peers throughout the school.