Transitional Program

The Transitional Program at Ridgewood High School addresses the transition needs of special education and mainstream students.  It consists of a number of support services that assist the student in achieving success and independence in school, at home, in career, and in the community.  A study skills course, career education classes, career-counseling sessions, interest inventories, career fairs, job shadowing internship, self-advocacy groups, and workshops serve to better prepare students for the success in school as well as the adult professional world.

 Academic Skills (Grade 9 Fall Semester Only)

Credit Value:  2.5

A one-semester, elective course for ninth-grade students. The course will offer instruction in study skills, organization strategies, goal setting, and time management techniques. Students will gain strategies to be successful in their core academic courses. There will be a focus on test-taking, note-taking, and general study techniques. 

Supported Study

This is an organized supported study hall option for students with IEPs, with a special education teacher present, for students who may need additional academic support during their study. 

21st Century Work Skills Full-Year Course (Offered grades 9-12)

Credit Value:  5.0

21ST Century Work Skills allows the student to explore and gain knowledge about self and careers. Key components of the course include career exploration, resume writing, interviewing, self-advocating, and job shadowing. The development and discussion of short and long term goals are used to individualize the course for students and focus on skills needed for life after graduation. As a way of building on these skills, special emphasis is placed on connecting students with their community through participation in events, internships, and volunteer opportunities.