Students with Disabilities
Charlottesville City Schools strives to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all students and staff with disabilities. Students may receive support through the Multitiered System of Supports, Section 504 of the American with Disabilities Act, or Special Education.
Special Education services are provided for students who have been identified with a disability under IDEA in accordance with their Individualized Education Program (IEP). Students who are eligible for special education services are served through the implementation of Individualized Education Plans (IEP). IEP Teams determine the services that are needed for a student to receive a free and appropriate public education (FAPE).
View High School Students with Disabilities Course Offerings
Special Education Services
Special Education services are offered at all grade levels in the Charlottesville City Schools and are outlined in the student’s IEP.
Special Diploma Options
In addition to the Advanced and Standard Diploma, students with disabilities who receive special education services have the option of an Applied Studies Diploma.
Indirect Services
The Special Education Department offers support to students in general education classes through consultation with general education teachers, monitoring of the student’s performance, and consulting with related service providers.
Direct Services
Special education teachers provide instruction to students in general education and special education settings. The IEP team identifies what direct services are needed for a student to make progress towards their IEP goals and have access to a Free and Appropriate Public Education.
Collaborative Classes
Students with disabilities who are seeking an Advanced or Standard diploma may be enrolled in general education classes with an additional special educator as directed by the IEP. These collaborative classes are taught with one content teacher and special education teacher. These courses are not noted in any way on student schedules but are designed to provide specially designed instruction for students with disabilities.
Adapted Curriculum Programming
Adapted Curriculum programs are offered for Students with Disabilities at all grade levels. The Adapted Curriculum programs offered at Charlottesville Middle School and Charlottesville High School include developmental and life skills education and career preparation. Students are assessed using the Virginia Alternate Assessment Program and their individual IEP goals.
Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Special services are provided for students who have been identified as deaf or hard of hearing and found eligible for special education services. Students are included in regular education programming with the exception of designated hearing-impaired classes as specified in the IEP. Students are expected to receive a diploma.
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01_7801M_7 Middle School Foundations of Literacy
Grade: 6, 7, 8
Assessment(s): Virginia Alternate Assessment Program (VAAP)
Prerequisite: Student must have an IEP and the IEP must designate that the student requires this course.
Description: Students enrolled in Foundations of Literacy will receive instruction towards individualized goals as determined by their IEP team. The curriculum will provide students with the necessary foundational literacy skills to meet their individual transition goals. Course content will be aligned with the Virginia Essentialized Standards of Learning.
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02_7801M_7 Middle School Foundations of Numeracy
Grade: 6, 7, 8
Assessment(s): Virginia Alternate Assessment Program (VAAP)
Prerequisite: Student must have an IEP and the IEP must designate that the student requires this course.
Description: Students enrolled in Foundations of Numeracy will receive instruction towards individualized goals as determined by their IEP team. The curriculum will provide students with the necessary foundational numeracy skills to meet their individual transition goals. Course content will be aligned with the Virginia Essentialized Standards of Learning.
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03_7801M_7 Middle School Science Explorations
Grade: 6, 7, 8
Assessment(s): Virginia Alternate Assessment Program (VAAP)
Prerequisite: Student must have an IEP and the IEP must designate that the student requires this course.
Description: Students enrolled in Science Explorations will receive instruction towards individualized goals as determined by their IEP. The curriculum will provide students with the necessary science skills to meet their individual transition goals. Course content will be aligned with the Virginia Essentialized Standards of Learning. Students will be assessed using the VAAP assessment and individual IEP goals.
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04_7801M_7 Middle School Social Studies Explorations
Grade: 6, 7, 8
Assessment(s): Local Alternative Assessment
Prerequisite: Student must have an IEP and the IEP must designate that the student requires this course.
Description: Students enrolled in Social Studies Explorations will receive instruction towards individualized goals as determined by their IEP. The curriculum will provide students with the necessary social studies and civics skills to meet their individual transition goals. Students will be assessed using a local alternative assessment and individual IEP goals.