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SELF-CONTAINED INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAM
This program is designed as a special program to service students who have been identified as having significant problems which greatly affect their potential academic success in school. This program provides an extremely structured and therapeutic environment to help students. Further information about this program can be obtained by contacting the Guidance Department |
LEARNING RESOURCE PROGRAM
The Learning Resource program is designed to service students with special academic needs in a resource setting. All courses receive full academic credit and meet the district graduation requirements. A student who wishes to obtain admittance to this program should contact his/her counselor. |
ENGLISH I
The course is designed for freshmen with difficulties in the areas of reading, writing, and spelling. Instruction emphasizing these skills is provided. Particular attention is paid to the individual academic development of each student.
Semesters: 2 Level: 9
Credit: 1/2 per semester |
ENGLISH II
This is a course for sophomores who are having academic problems in the reading and language areas. Focus is on improvement of the individual's reading and language skills. The individualized instruction approach is continued.
Semesters: 2 Level: 10
Credit: 1/2 per semester |
ENGLISH III
This course is structured for juniors who have difficulty with grammar, reading, and written composition. All assignments are geared to meet student's individual needs. Continued emphasis is placed on the improvement of basic skills.
Semesters: 2 Level: 11
Credit: 1/2 per semester |
ENGLISH IV
This is the final course in the continuum of individualized instruction available for students with special academic needs. Emphasis is placed on continued development and maintenance of the basic reading, oral, and written communication skills.
Semesters: 2 Level: 12
Credit: 1/2 per semester |
MATH I
Emphasis is on the understanding of the fundamental mathematical operations of our number system. Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, and percents are the main areas of concentration. All course work and instruction is done on an individual basis, depending on each student's needs and abilities. This course is recognized as meeting one year of the high school graduation requirement in mathematics.
Semesters: 2 Level: 9
Credit: 1/2 per semester
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MATH II
This course is a continuation of LR Math I. Instruction is based on the individual's ability and progression from the previous course. Introductory work in Algebra and Geometry is also included for those students reaching the appropriate level. This course is recognized as meeting one year of the high school graduation requirement in mathematics.
Semesters: 2 Level: 10, 11, 12
Credit 1/2 per semester |
MATH III
This course serves as the final instruction in the use of the basic operations of arithmetic. It includes review in the areas of addition, subtraction, division, multiplication, fractions, percents, and decimals. This course is also an introduction to practical math skills involved in dealing with work, money, banking, and other practical math skills. This course is recognized as meeting one year of the high school graduation requirement in mathematics.
Semesters: 2 Level: 11, 12
Credit: 1/2 per semester |
MATH IV
This course deals primarily with vocational and practical math skills. Instruction is provided in working with money, budgeting, banking, investment, insurance and other practical uses of arithmetic. The instruction is based on each individual's differing needs and abilities. This course is recognized as meeting one year of the high school graduation requirement in mathematics.
Semesters: 2 Level: 11, 12
Credit: 1/2 per semester |
ALGEBRA I
This course provides an introduction to basic algebra concepts. The content includes formulas, equations, graphing, and factoring. Students should have previously mastered basic math operations such as fractions, decimals, and percents.
Semesters: 2 Prerequisite: Teacher Rec.
Credit: 1/2 per semester Level: 11, 12 |
ALGEBRA II
This course is designed to provide continued work with Algebra I concepts. The content includes formulas, equations, graphing, and factoring. Students should have previously mastered basic math operations such as fractions, decimals, and percents.
Semesters: 2 Prerequisite: Teacher Rec.
Credit: 1/2 per semester Level: 11, 12 |
PRE-VOCATIONAL I
(Pre-Vocational Skills I)
This course is designed to prepare the freshman student for the adult world of work and everyday living. Skills in banking, budgeting, every day math, and career preparation are stressed.
Semesters: 2 Level: 9
Credit: 1/2 per semester |
SOCIAL SCIENCE I
This course is designed to present a basic understanding of geography, government, psychology and social concerns. It allows a student to explore these areas through lecture, discussion and individual projects.
Semesters: 2 Level: 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1/2 per semester |
SOCIAL SCIENCE II & III
This is an advanced course in basic civics, current events and government. It explores all aspects of society and provides an in depth review of our system of government.
Semesters: 2 Level: 11, 12
Credit: 1/2 per semester |
AMERICAN HISTORY
This course is designed as a survey of our nation's history. It begins with the early explorations and continues into the present time. The state requirement for passing the Illinois and United States Constitution tests is accomplished in this course. A passing grade in both semesters of this course is required for graduation.
Semesters: 2 Level: 11, 12
Credit: 1/2 per semester
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