Special Education
The Special Education program at Rocklin High School includes the Resource Specialist Program (RSP), Special Day Classes, Independent Living Skills classes, and a Severely Multiply Disabled program. The RSP is for students whose abilities are in the low average, average, and above average ranges, with discrepancies between ability and academic levels defined by law. Most of the students' day is spent in the general education program. The Resource Specialists support students in general education classes through study skills classes. Special Day Classes (SDC) are for students with more intensive educational needs. They are used when education in regular classes with the use of supplementary aides and services cannot be satisfactorily achieved. Typically, 50% or more of the student's day is spent in SDC. Independent Living Skills classes (ILS) are designed for students with significant developmental delays. The classes focus on skills required to help students function independently in everyday life situations and prepare for post-secondary transition. The Severely Multiply Disabled (SMD) program serves students with severe multiple disabilities and focuses on communication and self-help skills. The Individualized Education Program (IEP) team determines eligibility for Special Education classes.
