Students served in a Cross Categorical Kindergarten (CCK) program follow the NC Standard Course of Study. Students served in a CCK program engage in a diagnostic year with a special education teacher. Students require intensive, specially designed instruction in a smaller group for a major portion of their day. Ongoing assessment and observational data is collected and paired with intervention opportunities, modifications, and accommodations. Data collected is reviewed at the end of the school year to assist the IEP team in determining the course of study most appropriate for the student.

Specially Designed Instruction

● Instruction based on Kindergarten grade level NC Standard Course of Study

● Specially designed instruction is provided based on students’ academic, functional, and social/behavioral needs as outlined in their IEP

● Practices of instruction include developing independence with self-help skills, practicing classroom procedures and routines, and working in whole, small, and independent groups

● Communication and social skills instruction integrated throughout the day

● Expectations taught and provided for developmentally appropriate behaviors in the total school environment