Exceptional Student Education (ESE)
ESE students meeting FCAT exemption requirements will be instructed in and tested on the state's designated access points for each core subject area.

ESE Academics

Reading: 9-12
Course # 79101000,1,2
Grade Level 9-12
Length 1 year
Prerequisite None
Credit Multiple
The purpose of this course is to provide instruction in reading concepts and skills to enable students with disabilities to participate effectively in post school adult living and in the world of work. The content shall include, but not be limited to: word attack skills, vocabulary, comprehension skills, and literature, reading for work or leisure, and study skills.
Reading certification or endorsement is required.


English: 9-12
Course # 79101100,1,2
Grade Level 9-12
Length 1 year
Prerequisite None
Credit Multiple
The purpose of this course is to provide instruction in knowledge and skills of English to enable students with disabilities to function at their highest levels and prepare to participate effectively in post school adult living and the world of work. The content should include, but not be limited to: reading comprehension, literature, vocabulary, listening skills, speaking skills, language usage, writing, study skills, reference skills and how they apply to daily living and the workplace.
Teachers must either be certified or meet Housse requirements.
Life Skills Communication: 9-12
Course # 79103900,1,2
Grade Level 9-12
Length 1 year
Prerequisite None
Credit Multiple
Functional Language Arts: Comprehensive
The purpose of this course is to provide instruction in expressive & receptive communication concepts and skills to enable students with disabilities to participate effectively in post school adult living and world of work. The content should include, but not be limited to reading comprehension, vocabulary, listening and speaking skills, to apply to daily living and the workplace.
Teachers must either be certified or meet Housse requirements.
Math: 9-12
Course # 79120500,1,2
Grade Level 9-12
Length 1 year
Prerequisite None
Credit Multiple
The purpose of this course is to provide instruction in math concepts and procedures to enable students with disabilities who are functioning at independent levels to prepare to participate effectively in post school adult living and in the world of work. The content shall include, but not be limited to: number systems, operations and computations, measurement concepts, geometric concepts, probability, use calculators, data analysis, and algebraic concepts with problem solving,to apply to personal life and the workplace.
Science: 9-12
Course # 79200100,1,2
Grade Level 9-12
Length 1 year
Prerequisite None
Credit Multiple
The purpose of this course is to provide a general knowledge of the concepts of life science, physical science, and earth science to enable students with disabilities to function at their highest levels to participate effectively in postschool adult living and in the world of work. The content should include, but not be limited to: studies of plants, animals, human growth, human development, matter, energy, force, motion, climate, weather, the solar system, and applications of scientific knowledge.
Teachers must either be certified or meet Housse requirements.

 

Social Studies: 9-12
Course # 79210100,1,2
Grade Level 9-12
Length 1 year
Prerequisite None
Credit Multiple
The purpose of this course is to develop an understanding of history, geography, economics, and government to enable students with disabilities to function at their highest levels to participate effectively in post school adult living and in the world of work. The content should include, but not be limited to: studies of current and past historical events, use of tools, concepts of geography, roles of government at the local, state, national levels, responsible citizenship, community resources, consumer economics, family/culture/society, and career preparation.
Teachers must either be certified or meet Housse requirements.


Career Education: 9-12
Course # 79213300,1,2
Grade Level 9-12
Length 1 year
Prerequisite None
Credit Multiple
The purpose of this course is to enable students with disabilities to apply the knowledge and skills needed to design and implement personal plans for achieving their postschool outcomes. The personal plans may address all critical transition service areas including instructions, related services, community experiences, employment, postschool adult living, and if needed, daily living skills and functional vocational evaluation. The content should include, but not be limited to: personal planning, career planning, information about careers, diploma options, post-secondary education, community involvement, personal care, interpersonal relationships, communication, and use of leisure time.
This course is required for graduation.


Life Management and Transition: 9-12
Course # 79600100,1,2
Grade Level 9-12
Length 1 year
Prerequisite None
Credit Multiple
The purpose of this course is to enable students with disabilities to apply the knowledge and skills needed to design and implement personal plans for achieving their postschool outcomes. These plans will address all critical transition service areas: including instructions, related services, community experiences, employment, postschool adult living, and if needed, daily living skills and functional vocational evaluation. The content should include, but not be limited to: personal planning, career planning, information about careers, diploma options and post-secondary education, community involvement, personal care, interpersonal relationships, communication, and use of leisure time.
The state has suggested that this course may be used as an elective for standard diploma students.

ESE - Supported Levels

Academic Skills for Functional Living
Course # 79610100,1,2
Grade Level 9-12
Length 1 year
Prerequisite None
Credit Multiple
The purpose of this course is to provide instruction in academic concepts and skills to enable students with disabilities to function at their highest levels and participate effectively in the community Emphasis will be placed on the personal application of academic skills as they relate to daily living tasks of personal life and the workplace. The content should include, but not be limited to: personal and career planning, information about careers, diploma options and post-secondary, education, community involve-ment and participation, personal care, inter-personal relationships, communication, and use of leisure time.


Communication Skills for Functional Living
Course # 79610200,1,2
Grade Level 9-12
Length 1 year
Prerequisite None
Credit Multiple
The purpose of this course is to provide instruction in expressive and receptive communication concepts and skills to enable students with disabilities to function at their highest level and participate effectively in postschool adult living and the world of work. The content should include, but not be limited to: response to auditory stimulation, use of oral language appropriate for various life situations, use of augmentative communication systems, interpretation of gestures, cues, body language, and use of communication in the context of daily living and the workplace.

 

Personal and Home Skills for Functional Living
Course # 79610300,1,2
Grade Level 9-12
Length 1 year
Prerequisite None
Credit Multiple
The purpose of this course is to provide instruction in personal and home skills to enable students with disabilities to function at their highest level and participate effectively at home and in the community. The content should include, but not be limited to: hygiene, grooming, living arrangements, household maintenance, health, safety, interpersonal relationships, nutrition, and community resources.


Leisure and Recreation Skills for Functional Living
Course # 79610400,1,2
Grade Level 9-12
Length 1 year
Prerequisite None
Credit Multiple
The purpose of this course is to provide instruction in leisure and recreation skills to enable students with disabilities to function at their highest level and participate effectively at home and in the community. The content should include, but not be limited to: selection of appropriate activities, social expectations, behavioral expectations, maintenance of equipment and materials, interpersonal relationships, and community resources.

 

Community and Social Skills for Functional Living
Course # 79610500,1,2
Grade Level 9-12
Length 1 year
Prerequisite None
Credit Multiple
The purpose of this course is to provide instruction in skills for community participation and social interaction to enable students with disabilities to function at their highest level and participate effectively at home, in the community, and in the workplace. The content should include, but not be limited to: social skills, behavioral expectations, interpersonal relationships, use of community resources, safety, travel and mobility.

ESE - Participatory Levels

Cognitive and Linguistic Skills
Course # 79620100,1,2
Grade Level 9-12
Length 1 year
Prerequisite None
Credit Multiple
The purpose of this course is to enable students with disabilities to function at their highest levels and develop the ability to transmit and receive information, thoughts, or feelings through a communication system. The content should include, but not be limited to: responding to auditory stimulation, use of communication modes (oral, gesture, or sign language), use of assistive technology devices, especially those designed for augmentative communication and environmental motor control.

 

Leisure/Recreation Skills for Improvement of Quality of Life
Course # 79620300,1,2
Grade Level 9-12
Length 1 year
Prerequisite None
Credit Multiple
The purpose of this course is to enable students with disabilities to function at their highest levels and participate in appropriate leisure and recreational activities based upon individual capabilities and acceptability. The content should include, but not be limited to: the use of recreational equipment, use of leisure time, and interpersonal relationships.

ESE Special Skills

Social and Personal Skills
Course # 79630700,1,2
Grade Level 9-12
Length 1 year
Prerequisite None
Credit Multiple
The purpose of this course is to provide instruction related to environmental, interpersonal, and task-related behavior of students with disabilities. The content should include, but not be limited to: appropriate classroom behavior, social and personal development, communication skills, behavioral control, conflict resolution, responsibility, interpersonal problem solving, and appropriate use of leisure time.
EBD students and those students on an FBA or RTI behavior plan should be enrolled in this class. Also, open to all other ESE students.


Learning Strategies
Course # 79630800,1,2
Grade Level 9-12
Length 1 year
Prerequisite None
Credit Multiple
The purpose of this course is to provide instruction that enables students with disabilities to acquire and use strategies and skills to enhance their independence as learners in educational and community settings. The content should include, but not be limited to: strategies for acquiring and, storing knowledge, oral and written expression, problem solving, linking new information with prior knowledge, and active participation in reading. Content shall also include self-regulated use of comprehension strategies, test taking skills, time management, organizational skills, social skills, planning skills and self-advocacy.
Required elective for all ESE 9th graders and for any ESE student that has not passed the FCAT and/or obtained at least a 2.0 GPA.

ESE Therapy

Physical Therapy
Course # 79660100
Grade Level 9-12
Length 1 year
Prerequisite Eligibility for Services
Credit Multiple
The purpose of this course is to provide instruction to students with disabilities who have physically disabling

conditions, including sensory-motor or neuromuscular deficits, that

substantially limit one or more major life activity and requires adaptation of the school environment or curriculum in order to benefit from an educational program. The content should include, but not be limited to: the maintenance, restoration, or enhancement of motor and sensory skills, the use of adaptive equipment and assistive devices, to promote independence in mobility and the management of health-related functions.

 

Occupational Therapy
Course # 79660200
Grade Level 9-12
Length 1 year
Prerequisite Eligibility for Services
Credit Multiple
The purpose of this course is to provide instruction to students with disabilities whose physical, motor, or neurological deficits result in significant dysfunction in daily living or academic learning skills to the extent that they require adaptation of the school environment or curriculum in order to benefit from an educational program. The content should include, but not be limited to: maintain, restore, or enhance motor and sensory skills, the use of adaptive equipment or assistive devices, and promote independence in activities of daily living.
Speech Therapy
Course # 79660300,1,2
Grade Level 9-12
Length 1 year
Prerequisite Eligibility for Services
Credit Multiple
The purpose of this course is to provide students exhibiting communication disorders that negatively impact their ability to benefit from the educational process appropriate instruction in the communication skills necessary for academic learning, social interaction, and vocational success. The content should include, but not be limited to: articulation, fluency, and voice therapies.


Language Therapy
Course # 79660400,1,2
Grade Level 9-12
Length 1 year
Prerequisite Eligibility for Services
Credit Multiple
The purpose of this course is to provide students exhibiting language disorders that negatively impact their ability to benefit from the educational process appropriate instruction in the language skills, both oral and written, necessary for academic learning, social interaction, and vocational success. The content should include, but not be limited to form which includes phonology, syntax, and morphology, the use of content which includes semantics, and function which includes pragmatics.

ESE Vocational Education for Students with Disabilities

Exploratory Education (SCANS & PAES)
Course # 79800100,1,2
Grade Level 9-12
Length 1 year
Prerequisite None
Credit Multiple
The purpose of this course is to enable students with disabilities to obtain a basic introduction to skills and aptitudes associated with a broad range of occupations in order to assist in making preliminary decisions regarding their future academic and occupational goals. The program should provide a foundation for further progress at a higher level and provide the option to move between occupational clusters if desired. The content should include, but not be limited to: exploratory experiences in one or more vocational clusters such as: family and consumer sciences, health science, agriculture, business technology, industrial technology, and marketing.
This course meets the Practical Arts requirement for Standard Diploma.

 

Career Preparation
Course # 79801100,1,2
Grade Level 9-12
Length 1 year
Prerequisite None
Credit Multiple
The purpose of this course is to enable students with disabilities to acquire the career knowledge and skills necessary to identify career options, access community resources, and develop work-related behaviors. The course will provide a foundation for further progress toward achieving the student’s desired postschool outcomes related to a career. The content should include, but not be limited to: self-appraisal, decision making, self-determination, career options, community resources related to career decisions, workplace competencies, and responsibilities of employees.
This course is required for graduation.
Career Experiences (CBI) & (TA)
Course # 79801200,1,2 C, T
Grade Level 9-12
Length 1 year
Prerequisite None
Credit Multiple
The purpose of this course is to enable students with disabilities to further develop the career knowledge and skills necessary to identify career options, access community resources, and practice work-related behaviors in a CBI program or on a campus teacher assistant program. The course will provide guided practice and experiences in school and community work situations aimed at further progress toward achieving the student’s desired postschool outcomes related to a career. The content should include, but not be limited to: self-appraisal, decision making, self-determination, self-advocacy, career options, community resources related to career decisions, workplace competencies, and responsibilities of employees.
This course meets the Practical Arts requirement for Standard Diploma.


Career Placement (OJT)
Course # 79801300,1,2
Grade Level 9-12
Length 1 year
Prerequisite None
Credit Multiple
The purpose of this course is to enable students with disabilities to use the career knowledge and skills necessary to identify career options, access community resources, and apply work-related behaviors. The course will provide placement in a job in the community aimed at further progress toward achieving the student’s desired postschool outcomes related to a career. The content should include, but not be limited to: self-appraisal, decision making, self-determination, self-advocacy, career selection, community resources related to career decisions, workplace competencies, and responsibilities of employees.
This course meets the Practical Arts requirement for Standard Diploma.
Technology Education
Course # 79801900,1,2
Grade Level 9-12
Length 1 year
Prerequisite None
Credit Multiple
The purpose of this course is to provide students with disabilities instruction in technological literacy and a foundation of knowledge and basic skills related to technology. The content should include, but not be limited to : integrated technology studies, technology systems, technology applications, and careers in technology.
 
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