Course: PHS Special Education DCD

Instructor: Mr. Stolee

Any questions or concerns please email Mr. Stolee at tstolee@perham.k12.mn.us or call 218-346-1537 (classroom phone).

To successfully transition from high school to the least restrictive environment upon leaving school.

To become as independent as possible in all areas of transition (home living, rec/leisure, community, jobs, post secondary education/training).

To develop the skills necessary to be a productive and active citizen upon transition.

To develop self-discipline and self-determination skills through a classroom focused on students choices and the consequences/rewards that result.

Helpful information about your rights, DCD Special Education, and Transition

We expect all students to try their best every day.

How does this happen? Through:

Fostering a positive learning environment
Using student strengths and interests for learning
Setting goals and letting students drive their learning
Student learning through a process and choices that help them learn through experiences

Classroom Management - How the classroom is run (remember this is constantly being shaped)

The classroom is run based on ideas from the Minnesota Department of Education (see link below) and also Alfie Kohn (Specialist in education and human behavior).
http://education.state.mn.us/MDE/EdExc/SpecEdClass/BehavAssessInterv/004658

For any other questions about expectations, goals, and classroom management SEE THE SCHOOL HANDBOOK BELOW