Learning Dynamics

CONTACT INFORMATION

Mrs. Hannah RIchter  -  [email protected]   
Mrs. Katie Villalobos -  [email protected]  
Ms. Sheena Jones  -  [email protected]  

 

PARENT RESOURCES

See our Canvas Pages for Additional Resources


MISSION AND VISION

The Porter Traditional School Special Education Department believes all students can succeed. We believe all students can demonstrate their learning via a hands-on inclusive approach, integrating learning and technology and with the collaboration of parents, families, and a safe, inclusive, supportive, and nurturing learning environment.

Porter special education students will be held to high standards. They will be provided individualized support in order to successfully meet those standards. Students will participate in multi-modal learning experiences in both classroom and community settings, where they can thrive through their learning and be successful.

Porter Special Education teachers will empower our students and provide them multiple opportunities to learn, grow, actively engage, and succeed in their classroom lessons. Teachers will strive to meet each child's needs through individualized instruction; as we know, one way of teaching does not work for all.

Virtual Field Trips (All Grades)
Virtual Field Trips
Explore over 30 virtual field trips! Go to the San Diego Zoo or the surface of Mars! It's up to you! This is a great activity when you want your child to be engaged in learning, but may need a break from IXL and Study Island. Have fun exploring!


READING APP AND WEBSITES:

MIDDLE SCHOOL, 6th - 8th

Scholastic FREE online courses:  SCHOLASTIC RESOURCES
Reading practice for older students:   MIDDLE SCHOOL READERS 
Text Structure practice:   WIZER ME APP
Digital Library:   PWCS ONLINE LIBRARY
For other book ideas, visit 8th Grade Reading List


ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 1st - 5th

Scholastic FREE online courses:
    


Math Practice

Middle School:

*Math Games for Grades 1-8
* Algebra Basics Review by Topic
* Algebra Khan Academy
* Prealgebra Khan Academy

* 7th Grade:
Probability (you can sign up with Office 365 Account)
Proportions
Equations and Inequalities

* 6th Grade:
Games for Fractions, Decimal and Percent Practice
Equations and Inequalities


Elementary School:
*Splash Learn
Math Practice Grades K-5
Topmarks
This interactive website contains a vast array of math activities that cover the content taught in 1st through 5th grade.
*Algebra Games for Grades 3-8




DISABILITY RESOURCES
Disability is Natural
The site includes general information, including the importance of using person-first language and respectful ways to talk with and about individuals with disabilities. Newsletters and a shop (posters,bookmarks, magnets, etc.) are also available.
National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities (NICHCY)
NICHCY provides a wealth of information for pre-K through secondary students with disabilities. This site includes information on assessments, accommodations, academic and behavioral strategies and instruction,research, and links to other resources.
The Beach Center on Disabilities
The Beach Center on Disability is an affiliate of the Life Span Institute and the Department of Special Education at the University of Kansas. The site provides information and resources on topics including access to the general curriculum, positive behavior support, and technology.
What Works Clearing House
This site has topics ranging from academics and behavior, ELL, early childhood education, dropout prevention, special needs (LD, ED),technology, etc. The site also has practice guides for different areas(e.g., reading, math, data).
LD Online
This website is a great resource for parents who have a child with a Learning Disability.