Program Description
Autism programs provide a small structured setting for students with autism who demonstrate significant behavioural and/or communication challenges. Students may also have an intellectual disability. Each student has an Individual Education Plan (IEP).
Curriculum emphasis:- developing a communication system (for non-verbal students)
- improving communication skills
- teaching appropriate social behaviours
- teaching self-help and personal care
- working on functional academics
- social emotional programming
Student Profile Students are appropriate for placement in these programs when they:
- meet the Ministry criteria for the designation of Autism (G)
- have severe behaviour or communication challenges such that their learning needs cannot be met in the regular classroom
Exit Criteria
Students are reviewed on a yearly basis and if a change in placement is recommended and a transition plan created by Life Skills staff and receiving school will be established. Placement in a regular classroom is recommended when students have developed skills to a level which will allow them to function successfully.
Capacity and Staffing
Grades K to 7
1 Teacher, SSA (number of Support Staff depends on Student profiles)
Program Locations
Cunningham Elementary (Primary / Intermediate)
Trudeau Elementary (Primary)
