Special Education
Special Education Department
Teachers
- Asia Becker, Life Skills, Directed Math, Directed History, Directed English, Intro to Ethnic Studies
- Peter Clauson, Learning Skills, Geometry, Algebra 1
- Anthony Colon, Learning Skills, Geometry, Algebra 1
- Amy Kudenov. Website Learning Skills, Algebra 1, English 1
- Danielle Noury. Website, Learning Skills, Chemistry, Algebra 2
Instructional Assistants
- Annalise Corona
- Jack Cosentino
- Alex Finch
- Chiara Gaspari
- Shalise Jackson
- Kimberlee Pirie
- Hunter Rogerson
- Jeremy Sabadlab
- Pamela Strazdas
- Leah Trias
Learning Skills/ Instructional Support Program Course Description
Learning Skills is designed to assist students to successfully meet the goals of their Individualized Educational Program (IEP). Students with disabilities require supports and accommodations to have meaningful access to certain standards in both instruction and assessment, based on their communication and academic needs. These supports and accommodations facilitate students access to general education curriculum and develop the skills necessary to meet their individual post secondary transition goals.
Learning Skills objectives, overarching goals, learning outcomes:
During this course, the students will work towards: 1. Addressing and meeting their IEP goals 2. Increasing their overall organizational skills 3. Developing self advocacy and awareness of disability 4. Developing communication skills 5. Developing transition plan to meet post secondary goals; Individual Transition Plan (ITP) 6. Developing study skills to access the curriculum 7. Utilizing technology appropriately