Transition/Special Services

Students who qualify for Special Education programs will receive modified and individualized instruction as specified in their IEP. Students identified for special services in elementary or middle school will continue to receive services while attending Springfield High School. Students may request additional information from counselors.

Transition - Self-Determination

Length and Credit: 1 semester/.5 credit
Grade level: 9, 10, 11, 12
*Case manager recommendation required
This class will focus on self-determination skills, with the goal of increasing student success in high school and beyond. Class topics will include familiarization with major components of the IEP, legal rights and responsibilities related to disability, exploration of personal values, postsecondary pathway research, introduction to taxes, budgeting, and renting. Additionally, students will regularly have time to work on assignments/assessments for other classes, monitor grades, and check in with teachers, case manager, and counselor as needed.

Transition - Employment Literacy A

Length and Credit: 1 semester/.5 credit
Grade level: 9, 10, 11, 12
*Case manager recommendation required
This class is designed to help students develop skills and knowledge needed in the world of employment. Over the course of the semester, students will practice searching for jobs, reading job descriptions, and filling out job applications. They will also learn job application and interview etiquette. Each student will produce a job-ready resume, and participate in a mock job interview. Additionally, students will regularly have time to work on assignments/assessments for other classes, monitor grades, and check in with teachers, case manager, and counselor as needed.

Transition - Employment Literacy B

Length and Credit: 1 semester/.5 credit
Grade level: 9, 10, 11, 12
*Case manager recommendation required
This class is designed to equip students with the practical skills and mindsets necessary to transition from school to the workforce. Class topics will focus on transferable employment skills, including adaptability, analysis/solution mindset, collaboration, communication, digital literacy, entrepreneurial mindset, resilience, self-awareness, and social diversity/awareness. Students will develop these skills through exploration of local agencies, stories from industry professionals, and practice through real-world scenarios and industry-specific tasks. Additionally, students will regularly have time to work on assignments/assessments for other classes, monitor grades, and check in with teachers, case manager, and counselor as needed.

Transition - Community Engagement

Length and Credit: 1 semester/.5 credit
Grade level: 9, 10, 11, 12
*Case manager recommendation required
This class is designed to help students develop skills and knowledge needed to be an independent and positive member of their community. Class topics will include career exploration and preparation, postsecondary education/training, legal rights and responsibilities related to disability, money management, housing and home management, transportation, and personal goal setting. Additionally, students will regularly have time to work on assignments/assessments for other classes, monitor grades, and check in with teachers, case manager, and counselor as needed.

Vocational/Daily Living Skills

Workplace Experience

Length and credit: Full year - 2 semesters/ 1 credit (.5 per semester)
Case Manager recommendation
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
This course is a stand-alone course, but can be repeated as needed. This course must be recommended by Case Managers. Workplace Experience is designed to help students learn and practice a variety of valuable vocational and employment skills that can be applied to real-world situations after high school. These skills will be taught in various settings throughout the school such as the cafeteria, main office, food pantry, library, and our student-led enterprise, The Daily Grind. Subjects covered will include time management, resource allocation, inventory management, marketing, business decision-making, handling money and sales, customer service, mathematical application, resume building, and interviewing skills.

Social Skills

Length and credit: Full year - 2 semesters/ 1 credit (.5 per semester)
Case Manager recommendation
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
This course is a stand-alone course, but can be repeated as needed. This course must be recommended by Case Managers. This course is designed to support students in the development of basic functional social, self-advocacy, disability awareness, healthy relationships, following directions and expectations. This course connects topics to real life situations and focuses on the application of skills in both academic and social settings. Students will be given the opportunity to practice and demonstrate skills in a safe and welcoming environment. This course is recommended for students who need to work on basic social skills.