Futures School – Social Skills

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

Prerequisites Individualized Education Program (IEP)/Special Education Placement Social Skills/Study Skills is a class for students with ASD or students with similar disabilities who qualify for SDI in social skills. In social skills, we work on self-regulating behaviors, perspective-taking, initiating conversations, succeeding as a group member, school smarts vs. social smarts, work preparation skills, and many other ways to become better social thinkers. 2 Semesters/1.0 Credit - Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 Individualized Education Program (IEP) Special Education placement. IEP goal in reading, writing or math-related areas and organization. This course provides instruction in developing reading, writing or math strategies and skills necessary for increased independence and academic success in general education. This course will teach, model and practice skills necessary for success in core content courses. This course will be taken in conjunction with corresponding core content courses as a bridge to success in general education content or courses. Instruction will be based on student enrollment and individual student needs. Learning objectives for this course are individualized and align with student’s IEP goals and objectives. The Physical Education and Health teachers at Juanita High School intend to provide every student with the opportunity to participate in a variety of enjoyable physical activities in order to accomplish goals of physical awareness and fitness, personal and social adjustment, and healthful habits for lifelong well-being. Skills and knowledge learned in Physical Education and Health courses are important components of adult life. All courses in Physical Education and Health are coeducational. • Each student is required to comply with the Dress Code for Physical Education Classes (see below). • Student athletes involved in school sports and taking P.E. courses must participate every day, including days of games, matches, or meets. Compliance with the Dress Code constitutes a full “suit” for the class. “Non-suit” violations carry penalties that affect the student’s grade in the course. No “half-suits” are awarded. • Purchase of the JHS P.E. shirt is a requirement for P.E. dress code. Shirts will be purchased at the bookkeeper’s office for approximately $$ 10$ . Scholarships are available to students if needed. • Each student is required to have a class uniform consisting of JHS PE shirt, shorts, sweats, socks, and proper athletic shoes for the activity and playing surface. • Sweat pants and sweat shirts are recommended for outdoor activities.