EC Teacher-Acc

This course of study was developed based on the grade level standards of the North Carolina Standard Course of Study, with additional emphasis on functional skills and objectives. Students following this course of study are assessed using the NC EXTEND1 alternate assessment. To determine participation in any of the NCEXTEND1 alternate assessments, the following eligibility requirements must be met:

• The student must have a current IEP.

• The student is enrolled in grades 3-8, 10, or 11, according to PowerSchool. Note: Only those students enrolled in 11th grade for the first time are required to take the NCEXTEND1 alternate assessment at grade 11.

• The student is instructed using the North Carolina Extended Content Standards in all assessed content areas (i.e., English Language Arts/Reading, Mathematics, and Science).

• The student has a significant cognitive disability.

• The student's disability significantly impacts adaptive behaviors, defined as those skills which are essential for someone to live and function independently.

• The student requires extensive and repeated individualized instruction and support to make meaningful gains.

• The student uses substantially adapted materials and individualized methods of accessing information in alternative ways.

Students following this course of study receive a Graduation Certificate rather than a high school diploma at the time of high school exit.