Learning Differences Brochure - Assumption High School

TESTIMONIES“It is helpful to get extra time on my tests so I can improve my scores”.-Jesse“The note takers help me with my classes.”-Caitlyn“We think the program has helped us because we are more organized and have become more open-mindedabout having learning differences.”Shelby Brigid-“The program has helped me because of the friendly people who do not judge me because of my learningdifference.”-KellyASSUMPTION HIGH SCHOOLThe Learning Differences Program“The program gets me really organized and helps me with time management. The grade checks are helpfulbecause they keep me aware of my progress and let me know about any assignments I may have missed.”-Ann MikellCONTACT INFORMATIONPaula King502-271-2578paula.king@ahsrockets.orgJudi Erskine502-271-2580judi.erskine@ahsrockets.orgJudy Burke502-271-2581judy.burke@ahsrockets.orgThe goal of the Learning Differences Programis to provide support services to students sothey can achieve academic success andmaximize their educational abilities throughouttheir four years of high school.Assumption High School • 2170 Tyler Lane • Louisville, KY 40205 • 502-458-9551

The Learning Differences ProgramCOURSEWORKAt AHS students with learning differences participate fully inregular pre-college curriculum classes. The level at whichstudents participate is determined on an individual studentability / subject area basis.Components of the Program:• A Learning Profile is developed for each student whichincludes information regarding main difficulties, strengths,learning styles, appropriate accommodations and teachingsuggestions.ELIGIBILITY FOR SUPPORTSERVICES:• High School Placement Test must betaken at AHS• A copy of the student’s most recentpsychoeducational test reports,completed by a licensedclinicalpsychologistAccommodations that may beprovided include:• Extended testing time• Quiet testing area• Note takers• Use of calculators• Preferential seating• Guided notes• Recorded lectures• Ongoing communication between the Learning DifferencesSpecialists and the classroom teachers to monitor studentprogress• Bi-monthly email communication with parents to inform themof grades, newsletters, information, etc.• Consistent academic support for students through theimplementation of a specific curriculum that focuses on studyskills, organization, time management, goal setting, etc.• Assistance provided to both students and parents forsuccessful transition• A diagnosis of a clearly stated disabilitythat is recognized as a disability in thestate of Kentucky or is recognized in thefield of special education as a learningdisability.• A signed release so that AHS cancommunicate with the elementary ormiddle school• An application for the AHS LearningDifferences program• A copy of the student’s 504 Plan/IEPfrom the elementary/middle schoolCompletion and submission of thisinformation does not guaranteeenrollment at Assumption High School orplacement in its Learning DifferencesProgram. If admitted to AHS LearningDifferences Program, parents mustcomply with the parent requirementsoutlined in the program contract.