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Student IEPs
In our classroom, each student has an Individualized Education Program (IEP), which is a personalized plan that outlines their unique learning goals, services, and supports. The IEP guides everything we do in the classroom, from academics to social-emotional learning, communication, and daily living skills.
Teachers and support staff use the IEP to plan lessons, select materials, and provide accommodations so that each student can access the curriculum at their own level. Progress is monitored regularly, and data is collected to ensure that students are making growth toward their goals. The IEP also helps us identify the supports your child needs to succeed, such as visual schedules, assistive technology, small group instruction, etc.
By following the IEP, we can create a learning environment where each student feels supported, challenged appropriately, and able to develop skills that will help them succeed both in school and in daily life.
Unique Learning system
In our classroom, we use the Unique Learning System (ULS) from n2y, which is a comprehensive curriculum designed specifically for students with diverse learning needs. This program gives students access to meaningful, age-appropriate instruction while meeting state academic standards.
Each month, students explore a new theme that connects across subjects such as reading, writing, math, science, and social studies. The lessons are presented with built-in supports like symbol-based text, visual schedules, interactive activities, and hands-on materials, so every child can participate and experience success. ULS lessons also include opportunities for building daily living skills, communication, and independence, which are just as important as academics for preparing students for the future.
One of the strengths of this program is that it can be individualized for each student. This means your child will work on the same overall theme as their classmates but at their own learning level—whether that’s through interactive stories, adapted books, hands-on practice, or technology-based activities. The goal is for every student to engage with the material in a way that makes sense for them, while also learning side-by-side with peers.
We love using Unique Learning System because it gives our students consistency, structure, and opportunities to grow across all areas—academic, social, and functional. You’ll see some of this learning come home through activities, communication sheets, or stories that your child may share with you.
Star Program - Autism Support
In addition to other instructional supports, our classroom also uses the STAR Program (Strategies for Teaching Based on Autism Research). This curriculum is designed specifically for students with autism and is based on evidence-based practices. The STAR Program focuses on building skills in communication, social interactions, academics, daily living, and play through structured teaching methods such as Discrete Trial Training (DTT), Pivotal Response Training (PRT), and teaching within functional routines.
Each student’s program is individualized so that they receive instruction at their own learning level while still participating in meaningful classroom activities. Lessons are broken down into small, manageable steps, and students are given repeated opportunities to practice and generalize their skills. Teachers and support staff collect ongoing data to monitor progress and adjust instruction as needed.
The STAR Program helps students gain independence and confidence while developing the foundational skills needed for success in school and everyday life. You may notice your child working on communication skills, self-help routines, or academic concepts through structured activities that are part of the STAR approach.
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