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Course Descriptions Course Request Forms (PDF)
School counselors are here for students. They also work with teachers and administrators to assist students in acquiring the skills necessary to lead productive and fulfilling lives. They may see their counselor for academic and personal concerns and for educational testing. Class time can be made available for students to visit the counselor when appropriate arrangements have been made. Students are responsible for any class work missed while meeting with the counselors. The counselors are also available before and after school and at lunch. Please telephone the counseling office if you have concerns regarding the Guidance Program or if you would like to make an appointment with a counselor. 645-7768
Course Selection The guidance counselors assist students and in developing the programs that will best suit their individual needs. Students should be aware that once they are enrolled in a course, that course might only be dropped for valid reasons determined by and with the recommendation of a staff member, placement committee, parent, or the administration. Final approval rests with the principal.
Student Intervention A Wildcat Intervention for Success in Education Committee exists to collect data, discuss referrals, and make recommendations for program interventions and student placement. This committee will make recommendations to the administration regarding any class placement, which is not routine. They will review student progress to determine what strategies will better meet the needs of the students. Final decisions on grade and program placement are the responsibility of the principal.
School Psychologist A School Psychologist does psychological and intelligence testing, individual, and group counseling, and participates in meetings of the Case Study Committee as needed.
English-as-a-Second Language English-as-a-Second Language is a program designed to provide instruction for students who speak little or no English or whose limited knowledge of language may impede their progress in other classes.
Gifted education is offered for students who possess high intelligence, demonstrate high levels of achievement or talent, and are academically motivated. The School-Wide Enrichment Program, which provides enrichment and exploratory activities in various areas of special interest, is available to all students.
AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) AVID is designed to address the needs of students who are currently shown to be underrepresented in four-year colleges and universities. It is a voluntary intervention program for students with college potential that provides the skills, tutorial support, and encouragement necessary for students to succeed in the rigorous courses required in high school and meet college entrance requirements. Students who are accepted into the AVID program must meet specific requirements to be eligible.
Lester Middle School has the resources and staff to accommodate the needs of a variety of special needs students. Students who are eligible for an Individual Education Plan (IEP) will be provided with the special education and related services they require in order to experience educational success.
Case Study Committee In order to implement the Department of Defense Educational Activity (DoDEA) compliance with Public Law 94-142 and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) (PL 101-476), Lester Middle School has established a Case Study Committee (CSC). The CSC refers to a multidisciplinary team of special educators, speech and language therapist, regular educators, related services personnel (counselors, nurse, Medically Related Services, school psychologist), administrators and parents, where appropriate. The Core CSC is personnel who are responsible for a variety of activities involved with the effective functioning of the special education program. They meet to consider referrals, plan and conduct assessments, determine eligibility, and develop programs for students who may need special education and related services.
Child Find Child Find is the ongoing process used by DoDEA and the Medically Related Services department of the armed forces to seek and, with consent of parents, identify individuals (from birth to age 21, inclusive) who are eligible to receive special education and related services (speech/language, learning, physical, emotional). Child Find activities include the dissemination of information to the public as well as screening, referral and identification procedures. All referrals are confidential. Anyone who has a concern about such youth should contact the Guidance Counselors.
For detailed description of courses go to DODEA's PK-12 Standards & Curriculum website: http://www.dodea.edu/curriculum/index.cfm
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