- Copper Hill School
- Highlights of the Program
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Program Highlights
Language Arts *a strong basis in sound/symbol recognition, phonetic awareness through the use of Orton-Gillingham reading strategies and Recipe for Reading materials
*use of Edmark Sight Word Program/Reading Milestones when appropriate*Guided Reading, spelling, and writing, activities on developmentally appropriate levels
Social Studies/Science *is conducted in the mainstream or in the LEAP classroom
*students will follow the theme of their appropriate grade level
Mathematics *Math Epressions/Number Worlds program/Pinpoint Math are used as appropriate
*use of supplemental materials
*reinforcement through games on the computer and iPad.
*use of manipulatives*continuous practice and reinforcement
Social Skills *Social skills training takes place in the LEAP setting as well as in the general education classroom.
*appropriate interactions with peers
*impulse control
Communication/Language *expressing ideas orally
*listening and responding to others appropriately
*communicating needs appropriately
Functional/Life Skills *provides opportunities for child to gain functional skills at her/his developmental level (ie. mealtime skills, personal care, etc.)
*activities to develop fine motor skills
Sensory Integration *sensory activities centering around grade-level themes
*activities to assist in helping a child who has under- or overactive sensory issues
Gross Motor *therapeutic positioning
*activities to develop ambulation skills, strength, and balance
Augmentative Communication *gives children who have difficulty expressing themselves the ability to do so
*uses various techniques and devices to enable communication
Other Areas *Related Arts (Art, Music, PE)
*Library
*Computers
*Occupational Therapy
*Physical Therapy
*Speech Therapy
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