Instructor: Christina Bauer                                           

Email: bauerchr@orange.k12.nj.us                                   Classroom #: 109

Phone #: (973)- 677-4050                                           Principal: Mr. Belton

Course Description: This class will help prepare students to live independently or semi-independently. It is structured for students who have a need to develop the functional skills necessary to live independently or semi-independently. The main focus of the class is to build confidence in most aspects of daily living, develop functional skills and learn to access community resources that are available.

Course Objectives:

• Develop Positive Attitudes
• Develop Positive Social Skills & Etiquette Skills 
• Develop Effective Communication Skills
• How to Relate to Instructors/Future Bosses
• Learn How to Think quickly and Make Correct Decisions
• Come to Understand Purpose and Potential
• Developing Organizational Skills
• Develop Goal Setting/Time Management Skills
• Developing a Healthy Lifestyle: Personal Hygiene & Nutrition
• Learn How to Improvise in Pressed Situations
• Learning Money/Credit Management Skills
• Identify Career Choices and Follow Through With Those Choices
• Learn to Fill Out Applications for Employment Seeking & Job Interviewing Skills
• Learn How to Prepare for Responsible Independent Living
• Learn How to Read Street Maps, Transportation Maps and Schedules
• Complete Mail Forms, Community Projects, & Shopping Skills, etc.
• Develop Positive Work Ethics
• Learn How To Be Motivated To Reach Goals
• Be a Positive Influence on the community, Be Good Citizens, & Leaders, and More...             

Course Outline:

• Due to the nature of the student’s disabilities listed in their I.E.P’s flexibility is a must. All topics listed in the objectives will be covered throughout the school year.

Textbooks:

Every Day Life Skills, Go Math (Think Central), English (Readtopia), General Science, America’s Story

Required Supplies:

1. Pencils
2. Notebooks
3. School Supplies

Note: It is mandatory that each student have their textbook and notebooks in class every day.

Note: Parents/Guardians & Administrators will have the right to look at the students’ notebooks at any time.

Grading Policy:

Students will be graded on effort.                             

Homework:

Homework will be given daily to reinforce daily lessons. 

Projects:

Projects will be done during class time.

Tests:

Test will be given at the end of each unit. Students will be expected to receive a grade of at least 70% accuracy.

Make-Up Policy:

All can be made up within 5 days of the original due date, with approval of the teacher. 

Classroom Rules of Conduct:

Everyone must be respectful of each other. No use of foul language.

Academic Dishonesty Policy:

Cheating or trying to pass anyone else’s work on your own will result in a guaranteed failure.

Requirements to Receive Credit:

Reasonable attendance, being prepared and giving an honest effort.

Note to Parents/Guardians:

Communication is encouraged for me to provide your child with the best possible education. Please feel free to contact or visit me in the classroom.