Program Description
The Secondary Learning Assistance/Life Skills (LA/LS) Programs are designed for students with Mild to Moderate Intellectual Disabilities (K), Autism (G) and delayed adaptive behaviour skills. Each student has an Individual Education Plan (IEP). All aspects of the curriculum are modified and upon graduation, the students are awarded a school leaving certificate.
Curriculum Emphasis:- promoting personal independence and decision making skills
- developing skills for social relationships
- improving functional academic skills
- teaching life skills; family life education
- providing career awareness and work experience
- promoting social involvement in school activities
- providing transition to post-secondary options
Student Profile
Students are appropriate for placement in this program when they:
meet Ministry criteria for Mild/Moderate Intellectual Disabilities or Autism
may be capable of independent busing
Referral Process
Learning Assistance/Life Skills referrals must be submitted to the Case Manager for Inclusion.
Exit Criteria
Students are reviewed on a regular basis and if a change in placement is recommended a referral is submitted to Learning Services.
Capacity and Staffing
Grades 8 to 12 (13 - 19 years of age)
15 students
1 Teacher and 2 SSAs
Program Locations
Britannia Secondary
Eric Hamber Secondary
Gladstone Secondary
John Oliver Secondary
Killarney Secondary
Lord Byng Secondary
Magee Secondary
Point Grey Secondary
