Special Education

directed Studies

Recommended Placement: Individualized Education Plan with this service. (IEP)

Credits: 0-5 (variable credit)

This class is for identified Special Education students. It is designed to assist students with their academic classes. Strategies provided include test taking, study skills, and organizational skills. Students receive support planning for the transition to adult life.

essential life skills

This single semester course is for identified Special Education students. It is designed to provide students with the skills necessary to become independent and have personal and vocational success. Topics include personal interests, self-advocacy skills, health and safety, interviewing skills, keeping a job, interpersonal relationships, time management, money management, and community resource exploration. Upon completion of the course, students will have an individualized portfolio including a completed job application, resume, and writing a cover letter.

practical English

Practical English is a special education class, consisting of specialized academic instruction. In this class students participate in an intensive intervention-based program for reading and writing. The curriculum is modified, and thus does not earn credit towards a high school diploma. Practical English lays the foundation for the rest of a student’s high school English career. Enrollment in this class is based on an IEP team decision

practical Math

Practical Math is a special education class, consisting of specialized academic instruction. In this class, students participate in an intensive intervention-based program for mathematics. The course is focused on developing both the procedural skills and conceptual understanding leading to the application of mathematical concepts. Practical Math is designed to support student in applying mathematics to real world contexts. The curriculum is modified, and thus does not earn credit towards a high school diploma. Enrollment in this class is based on an IEP team decision.

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