Learning Center

Introduction:  In September 2005, Saint Joseph Regional High School began a new program, The Learning Center, designed to address the needs of College Bound students of average or above average intelligence who have mild learning disabilities.  This goal is pursued in an environment of structure, encouragement, and instruction.

Since all Learning Center Students are mainstreamed into the regular college preparatory course of studies, learning support is an integral component of the program.

Learning Center Goals - The program has seven purposes:  

 

In order to qualify for the Learning Center program or receive accommodations and modifications, a student must be classified with an IEP/ISP.

The IEP/ISP must be included with the student’s application.  IEP/ISP’s that surface after students have been accepted to the regular school program may not be honored.

 

Students are scheduled for the Learning Center for one period each day. 

 

The Learning Center teacher interacts regularly with the Guidance Department, the student’s teachers, and the student’s parents. The Learning Center teacher ensures that the classroom teacher has the student’s approved accommodations & modification list needed to succeed in their class.

The Learning Center teacher monitors each student’s ISP and interacts with the Child

Study Team and the student’s classroom teacher.

Grading:  Each academic quarter a student’s grade for the Learning Center will be determined by progress in organizational skills, progress in study skills, and time management.  The grade is recorded as pass/fail on the student's report card.

Commitment:  Saint Joseph Regional High School is committed to meeting the needs of all students who enroll in the school.  We are determined to enable our students to succeed and develop their full potential.  The Learning Center is an important initiative that will make these goals a reality.