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Academics
Educational programs in the Cedar Springs Academy are tailored to meet the individual sensory and intellectual needs of students. The academy uses an alternate curriculum with modifications and accommodations that meet standards set by the SC Department of Education.
Our curriculum blends core educational classes with planned themes, such as learning the importance of healthy eating (science) and how to count money (math). This style of teaching allows students to learn and apply basic skills to real life situations.
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Lessons
Instruction focuses on:
- Academics: Academic subjects include math, science, English, social studies, and history.
Additional classes include physical education and fine arts. - Job Skills: Activities emphasize dependability, time managment, and work tasks.
- Independent Living: Skills development includes communication, hygiene, housekeeping, nutrition, food planning and preparation, use of household appliances, and social skills.
Students also benefit from specialized therapy including speech, occupational and physical therapy, and orientation and mobility. - Preparation for Work: Vocational training helps students develop work skills with a long-term goal of employment or participation in a supported work environment.
Student-run businesses and community-based learning provide students with job training opportunities.
- Academics: Academic subjects include math, science, English, social studies, and history.
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Teachers and Staff
Our teachers are experts in instruction for students who are deaf or blind and meet SC Department of Education standards. They are supported by classroom assistants, speech language pathologists, occupational and physical therapy staff, and orientation and mobility specialists.
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Measuring Success
Success is measured by individualized education plans developed with parents and a wide variety of educational professionals. Standardized testing and school data are also used to gauge success and determine adaptations needed.