Framework for the Educational Support Program
Framework for the Educational Support Program
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The Educational Support (ES) Program addresses the individual needs of students with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities who demonstrate delays in academic skills and adaptive functioning (e.g. daily living skills, social skills, communication skills, etc.). Students in this program have been identified as exceptional through the IPRC identification process. The program is delivered at their home school in an integrated setting.
In consultation with the parents/guardians and the student, a program plan is developed by school staff that reflects the student's learning profile. Amy accomodations and/or modifications to the program, along with individualized instructions and equipment, are recorded in the IEP.
Pathways for Students in the ES Program
Pathways for Students in the ES Program
Due to the diverse needs of students with a Mild Intellectual Disability, students in the ES program may choose to pursue one of the following three pathways after High School.
Post-Secondary Program
Post-Secondary Program
Some students may wish to further enhance their academic studies at a post-secondary institution, should program requirements be met.
CICE Program
CICE Program
This is a college program that provides students with the opportunity to enhance their academic skills with modified programming through a variety of courses.
Vocational Program
Vocational Program
This is a college program that helps students bridge the gap from high school to meaningful work.
Interest Program
Interest Program
This program allows students to develop skills for the purpose of obtaining employment in a specific industry, such as food, IT, or retail.
Alternative Curriculum Focus
Alternative Curriculum Focus
Functional Literacy/Numeracy
Social Skills
Motor Skills
Transition Skills
Daily Living Skills
World of
Work
World of
Work
This pathway prepares students to enter the world of work upon graduation. They will work towards the attainment of an Ontario Secondary School Certificate or an Ontario Secondary School Diploma.
School-to-Work Program
School-to-Work Program
This program prepares students for the world of work by having them participate in locally developed and workplace type courses along with work opportunities within the community.
Special Education Programs and Services
Special Education Programs and Services
Pathways to EmployABILITY Program
Transit Training
Alternative Curriculum Focus
Alternative Curriculum Focus
Functional Literacy/Numeracy
Social Skills
Motor Skills
Transition Skills
Daily Living Skills
Community Based Program
Community Based Program
This pathway prepares students to enter a community-based program, such recreational programs and volunteer opportunities, upon graduation. They will work towards the attainment of a Certificate of Accomplishment.
Certificate Requirement
Certificate Requirement
Students work towards alternative curriculum expectations in non-credit courses which may be delivered in an integrated classroom setting or on a withdrawal basis.
Special Education Programs and Services
Special Education Programs and Services
Pathways to EmployABILITY Program
Transit Training
Alternative Curriculum Focus
Alternative Curriculum Focus
Functional Literacy/Numeracy
Social Skills
Motor Skills
Transition Skills
Daily Living Skills
Annual Transition Meeting
Annual Transition Meeting
A yearly meeting will take place with the parents/guardians, student, and school team to discuss various programs offered at the community colleges along with their enrolment requirements; employment supports and/or ODSP employment supports; and/or community programs following high school. A transition plan will be outlined in the student's IEP.
The York Catholic District School Board seeks to help all students reach their God-given potential so that they may participate fully in society, with competence and dignity. We recognize and celebrate the individual differences among students, and endeavour to offer inclusive and specialized programs which respect and accommodate individual student needs. YCDSB is committed to creating and maintaining an equitable learning environment reflected through inclusive programs, curriculum, and practices with a mission to ensure that every child has an equal chance for success.
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