SPECIAL EDUCATION LEVEL ONE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

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1 SPECIAL EDUCATION Students receiving special education services must meet State of Iowa criteria for entitlement and have an IEP in place. Special education students should participate in their IEP process and make course selections based on individual needs and academic/career goals. All special education students must meet graduation requirements established by the Board of Education by way of approved course selections. LEVEL 1 COURSES (A# s) - All course content is grounded in SBRR (scientifically based reading research) and the common core standards to enhance the teacher s ability to continue to work on specially designed instruction needed for all special education students in the Davenport Community School District while simultaneously addressing the different content areas. LEVEL 2 COURSES (E # s) - Level 2 courses are designed for students who need a functional curriculum. These students require special education and benefit from limited participation in a general education setting. The curricular content is organized and developed around the domestic, community, recreation/leisure, and vocational domains. LEVEL 3 COURSES (H # s) - The level 3 program model is designed for students whose entire instructional program is provided by a special education teacher. Students will have opportunities to participate in activities with their general education peers. Students will engage in functional activities based on personal needs as identified by the IEP Team. Skill areas may include positioning, communication, range of motion, behavior and self-help, which will facilitate their participation in home, school, and community environments. The curricular content is organized and developed around the domestic, community, recreation/leisure, and vocational domains. LEVEL ONE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS Advanced Literacy A1/2/3/4 This course is designed to improve critical reading skills, comprehension, vocabulary, study skills, and self-esteem. Students will be instructed in the fundamentals of sentence writing and apply this knowledge to their writing. Materials will include popular novels. Enrollment is based on the Fusion reading placement test. Advanced Literacy A1/2/3/4 An extension of Advanced Literacy 1. Students are required to apply knowledge gained throughout Advanced Literacy 1, leading to a development of higher level comprehension and thinking skills, students will further their writing skills through instruction in paragraph writing, after successfully completing Advanced Literacy 1. Advanced Literacy A1/2/3/4 An extension of Advanced Literacy 1 & 2. Instruction requires students to generalize reading strategies gained through Advanced Literacy 1 & 2 to more complex test. Students will be required to complete several written essays. IEP team determines placement into this course. English A 1004A1/2/3/4 Instruction provides intensive, accelerated, and extensive English language development that supports reading and language arts instruction. Lessons focus on developing the foundational literacy skills needed to comprehend text. This would include phonics and spelling, vocabulary, comprehension, speaking, and writing skills. Enrollment based on Language! placement test.

2 English B 1005A1/2/3/4 An extension of English A. Instruction continues to build upon foundational reading skills while developing vocabulary and morphology knowledge. Enrollment based on Language! placement test. English C 1006A1/2/3/4 An extension of English A and B. Instruction focuses on expanding students foundational knowledge, increasing reading fluency, developing comprehension strategies and requires students to apply their knowledge through written essay assignments. Enrollment based on Language! placement test. English D 1007A1/2/3/4 An extension of English A, B, and C. Instruction focuses on developing advanced phonics skills, increasing reading fluency, reading comprehension, and writing skills. Completion of debates, speeches, and interviews are course requirement. Enrollment based on Language! placement test. English E 1008A1/2/3/4 An extension of English A, B, C, and D. Instruction focuses on increasing students' vocabulary, and ability to develop written responses based on knowledge gained from the text. Enrollment based on Language! placement test. English F 1009A1/2/3/4 An extension of English A, B, C, D, E. Instruction focuses on increasing vocabulary, metacognition, and reading comprehension skills. Students will use multiple sources to develop essays and a multimedia presentation. Enrollment based on Language! placement test. Successful Strategies 1081A1/2/3/4 Learning Strategy instruction focuses on making students more active learners by teaching them how to learn and how to use what they have learned to be successful in their writing. Connecting Math A 2016A1/2/3/4 Instruction will focus on building students proficiency in math by moving them from basic numeracy to concepts and applications at higher levels of math instruction. Enrollment is based on a math placement test. Number sense is the primary focus of Connecting Math A. Connecting Math B 2017A1/2/3/4 An extension of Connecting Math A. Instruction focuses on developing problem solving skills while continuing to focus on the foundations of mathematics. Connecting Math C 2018A1/2/3/4 An extension of Connecting Math A and B. Instruction incorporates mental math, geometry, and data analysis. Connecting Math D 2019A1/2/3/4 An extension of Connecting Math A, B, and C. Instruction has an increased focus on word problems and data analysis while expanding on students computation skills. Connecting Math E 2020A1/2/3/4 An extension of Connecting Math A, B, C, and D. Instruction has an increased focus on problem solving, probability, geometry, and projects. Connecting Math F 2021A1/2/3/4 An extension of Connecting Math A, B, C, D, and E. Instruction has an increased focus on ratios, proportions, probability, functions, and data analysis.

3 TransMath1 2013A1/2/3/4 TransMath 1 simultaneously teaches foundational computation skills while incorporating problem-solving experiences. Instruction focuses on developing number sense. Enrollment is based on the TransMath placement test. TransMath2 2014A1/2/3/4 An extension of TransMath 1 Instruction focuses on rational numbers and uses a multisensory approach in order to promote problemsolving skills and developing a rich mathematics vocabulary. Enrollment is based on TransMath placement test and/or successful completion of TransMath 1. TransMath A1/2/3/4 An extension of TransMath 1 and 2 instruction focuses on developing algebraic expression and exposure to a robust mathematics vocabulary. Enrollment is based on TransMath placement test and/or successful completion of TransMath 1 and 2. Science 1 (Earth Science) 1701A1/2/3/4 Earth Science is the study of the earth and the universe around it. It includes the fields of geology, meteorology, oceanography, and astronomy. This course covers the following topics: scientific skills and methods, parts of the earth, maps, elements, minerals, rocks, weathering, agents of erosion, mountains, volcanoes, earthquakes, plate tectonics, fossils, hydrosphere, the atmosphere, weather, climate, natural resources, space exploration, the solar system, motions of the earth, and stars. IEP team determines placement into this course. Science 2 (Biology) 1702A1/2/3/4 Biology is designed to help students learn about classification and organization; patterns of growth, development, and reproduction; the systems of the human body; ecological cycles and other basic biological building blocks. IEP team determines placement into this course. Science 3 (Environmental) 1703A1/2/3/4 Exploring Science and the Environment, the dynamic earth, how living things interact, the diversity of life, biomes of the world, people and the environment, energy, water resources and water pollution, air pollution, solid and hazardous waste, feeding the world, protecting biodiversity and a sustainable world. IEP team determines placement into this course. Science 4 (Physical) 1704A1/2/3/4 Exploring the scientific inquiry, structure of atoms, properties of matter, chemical reactions, motions and forces, transfer of energy, conservation of energy, personal and community health, natural resources, natural and human induces hazards, science and technological challenges locally, nationally, and globally, and the history of science. IEP team determines placement into this course. Social Studies 1 (US History) 2714A1/2/3/4 This course will study the eras ranging from 1620 to the present. Specifically in the areas of: colonization and settlement, revolution and the New Nation, Expansion and Reform, Civil War and Reconstruction, Industrialization of the U.S., Emergence of Modem America, The Great Depression, Postwar, and Contemporary U.S. to present day. IEP team determines placement into this course. Social Studies 2 (Geography) 2715A1/2/3/4 This course includes elements of both physical and human geography; physical characteristics of each region of the world, including physical features and climate; how the place affects the people living there; aspects of culture including language, religion, customs, and problems. IEP team determines placement into this course.

4 Social Studies 3 (Economics) 2716A1/2/3/4 This course helps by helping students to understand that economics impacts their everyday lives; topics such as: interest rates, prices, supply, and demand. All important to help provide basic understanding for students so they may be well informed and prepared to live independently. IEP team determines placement into this course. Social Studies 4 (Government) 2717A1/2/3/4 This course of study to help students learn about the many people, institutions, and processes that make up the government of the United States. To understand what government is all about; to be aware of the political system and how it works; to understand the obligation to be involved and participate in the political system. IEP team determines placement into this course. Resource Lab 2802A1/2/3/4 Emphasis is on individual program designed to continue development of academic skills, provide academic assistance, and assist in developing school and life coping skills. LEVEL TWO & THREE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS Level 2 (E course #s) - enrollment limited to a max of 10 students per class. May over-enroll with administrative permission. Level 3 (H course #s) - enrollment limited to a max of 7 students per class. May over-enroll with administrative permission. Communications 1081E1/2/3/4 1081H1/2/3/4 Provides instruction in reading, writing, and oral language (speech). The counselor, teacher, and student determine the requirement this course will meet for graduation. Instruction is developed to provide students the opportunity to enhance skills in self-control, self- expression, following rules, decision-making, appropriate situational behavior, how to interact with others, and maintaining positive relationships. Mathematics 2013E1/2/3/4 2013H1/2/3/4 Provides instruction on math for daily living which includes; computation, problem solving, money, time, measurement, and calculator use. Personal Consumer Math skills include financial management, banking and comparison shopping. Workplace math skills include under-standing wages, benefits, taxes, and budgeting. Instruction is developed to provide students the opportunity to enhance skills in self-control, self-expression, following rules, decision-making, appropriate situational behavior, how to interact with others, and maintaining positive relationships. Science 1701E1/2/3/4 1701H1/2/3/4 Provides instruction on biological science including; body systems, personal hygiene, sex education, substance abuse, nutrition and fitness, first aid, medical terminology, and accessing medical services and Earth science including; plants and animals, weather and solar systems. Social Studies 2714E1/2/3/4 2714H1/2/3/4 Emphasizes developing social skills used at home, school, work, and in other community settings including; organization of local, state, and federal government and one s responsibility as a voter; current events and their impact on us as individuals and groups; self-concept and self-esteem including emotional, perceptions, selfcontrol, personal goal setting, problem solving, and personal loss; dealing with peers/family including; values clarification, peer pressure, conflict, competition, friendship and group living; school and community, including; appropriate classroom and cafeteria behavior in unstructured settings, teacher expectations, adjustment to a variety of supervisors and to multiple community settings.

5 Computer Applications 0303E1/2/3/4 0303H1/2/3/4 This course will begin with proper keyboarding techniques and a review of the keyboard. Students will develop and/or revise a variety of personal and business letters, reports, tables and memos. Students will learn how to prepare Power Point presentations, use spreadsheets and databases for simple tasks. The instruction is developed around domestic living skills, accessing the community, recreational/leisure settings and vocational domains. This course may be repeated and is required for graduation. Lifetime Fitness Education 2341E1/2/3/4 2341H1/2/3/4 Physical Education 2301E1/2/3/4 2301H1/2/3/4 Directed Study 2796E1/2/3/4 2796H1/2/3/4 CAREER & WORK EXPERIENCE OPPORTUNITIES **It is recommended that students follow the sequence of career courses. Exceptions must be approved by the work experience teacher. Career Exploration (1) 0896A1/2 0896E1/2 0896H1/2 Freshman and sophomore students will have an opportunity to learn firsthand about career of interest by volunteering (unpaid) at a business or community worksite. A written proposal will be jointly agreed upon between student and the work experience teacher. Students will perform a variety of tasks that expose them to many facets of their career choice. The exploration will enable students to obtain valuable knowledge and skills to help them make informed decisions about their future. This is less than 15 hours per week. Career Emphasis (2) 0896A3/4 0896E3/4 0896H3/4 Junior and senior students will have an opportunity to work at one or more sites to gain in-depth knowledge and skills first -hand about one or more career fields. A written proposal will be jointly agreed upon between the student and work experience teacher. Work experiences may consist of a variety of time frames with possible periods of unemployment filled with volunteer service projects, self-directed studies and school-related activities. Student may be paid for some of their work, but it depends on the situations. Placements will be dependent upon the situation(s). Placements will be dependent upon available sites and the student s skills. This is 15 hours a week or more. Career Practicum (3) 0896A5/6 0896E5/6 0896H5/6 This course is for seniors only. It is similar in structure to Career Emphasis with more rigorous expectations required from the student. This is 15 hours a week or more. ACCESS: Transitioning to Career Success ACCESS is a program for high school age special education students that is designed to help students obtain vocational and employability skills at Eastern Iowa Community College District. ACCESS provides local districts with an additional option to meet the vocational needs of students with disabilities. Only students enrolled in high school and receiving special education services are eligible, and enrollment in the program requires approval from the Office of Exceptional Education at Davenport Community Schools.