This course is an option for students working toward an Applied Studies Diploma, or students who entered Grade 9 prior to 2013-2014 and who are eligible for a Modified Standard Diploma based on their IEP. This course is a highly structured program designed to meet the needs identified in each student's IEP. Course work focuses on reading comprehension, vocabulary development, composition writing which could include a research paper, study of grammar and mechanics, and literature study through the short story, poetry, and the novel. Materials and textbooks are selected in accordance with the student's instructional level. Students working toward an Applied Studies Diploma, or a Modified Standard Diploma will earn English credit upon successful completion of this course.
Schools
Arlington Community High School
Wakefield High School
Washington-Liberty High School
Yorktown High School
Langston/New Directions
Prerequisites
Student must be identified as in need of Special Education services
Notes
Students in this class will not be required to take an end-of course SOL exam.