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Academic Program

De LaSalle Academic Program

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Devoted to Academic Success

School faculty works collaboratively to develop an annual Student Support Plan for each student by identifying their specific strengths and weaknesses. Class placement, resources, and goals are determined based on the student’s profile to match their individual learning styles while employing resources that help that student achieve academic success. Modifications to the educational program may include changes in curriculum, supplemental materials or equipment, and the provision of specialized physical adaptations that fully allow students to participate in the educational environment.

 

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English Language Arts

  • Small group instruction (maximum 12 students)
  • Wilson Language Program emphasizing a multi-sensory, repetitive, and systematic approach for acquiring sound-symbol correspondence, understanding syllable types, and blending skills
  • Decoding (reading) and encoding (spelling) taught simultaneously
  • Use of literature, newspaper, controlled text, and high interest text for direct instruction of comprehension skills
  • Writing and grammar development using texts, computer-delivered instruction, and structured supportive supplemental materials
  • Reading and writing goals integrated throughout the curriculum

 

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Mathematics

  • Small group instruction (maximum 12 students)
  • Multi-sensory, systematic program with extensive use of manipulative and visual models
  • Emphasis on linking math skills with real-world applications
  • Language skills supported during math instruction

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Science & Social Studies

  • Hands on, experiential approach
  • Creative instruction, including role-play, simulation, and projects with user-friendly text and instruction in how to use a textbook effectively
  • Language support in content area subjects
  • Opportunities for 

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Co-Curriculars

To support, enhance, and further develop the students’ gifts and talents. 
All students receive instruction in:

  • Art
  • Life Management
  • Social Thinking
  • Physical Education
  • STEM

Co-Curricular classes run on a six-day rotation, with students receiving Physical Education twice each cycle.

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Social Thinking

  • Michelle Garcia-Winner’s © program of excellence
  • Provides intensive, effective intervention to facilitate positive social interaction
  • Students learn to speak and act socially by “thinking socially

 

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Study Skills & Learning Strategies

  • Embedded in all classes
  • Learning styles: Learning how to learn
  • Memory and attention strategies
  • Organization, planning, and test taking skills

De LaSalle Academic Program Includes:

  • A full curriculum emphasizing both group and individualized instruction
  • Nurturing relationships between teachers and students, which foster academic growth and self-esteem
  • Age appropriate grouping
  • Supplemental materials and instructional approaches designed to match a variety of learning styles and needs
  • Technology integrated throughout the curriculum
  • High academic expectations
  • Therapeutic solutions to help students function at their optimum potential intellectually, academically, socially, and emotionally