Ontario Ministry of Education Curriculum Links
The STEPS Program offers nine
non-credit K courses. The K courses are
known as knowledge courses and are designed to help students become as
independent as possible and more aware of the world around them. The nine K courses are:
LANGUAGE KENGN |
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focus of this area is to encourage, develop and practice expressive and
receptive communication through the skill of speaking, signing, reading and
writing. These language skills are
developed through recognition and comprehension of phonics, functional vocabulary
and grammar. Group instruction is
reinforced with individual attention.
Computers are used to supplement the Language program. |
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WORLD OF WORK KGWGN
In
school pre-vocational job training is provided to students in real life
situations. The emphasis is placed on developing positive work experiences that
will lead to a mature attitude towards the working world |
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SOCIAL SKILLS KHDGN
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focus of this subject is intrapersonal and interpersonal skills and
relationships through character and values education. Students gain an understanding of themselves
so as to be able to relate to others in a variety of life’s situations. Topics can deal with emotions, respect and
friendship. |
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CULINARY SKILLS KHIGN
Every
day living skills are taught in the natural setting of the kitchen. Students learn how to prepare their own
snacks, meals and follow a recipe.
Students practice their table manners and social skills while eating the
food they have prepared. Students also
learn household cleaning skills and laundry skills. |
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MATH KMMGN
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focus of this area is to develop mathematical skills that will promote
independence in real life situations.
Acquiring numerical skills and applying them to basic math concepts and
operations will allow the student to become independent in the areas dealing
with money, time, measurement and directions. |
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PHYISCAL EDUCATION KPFGN
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focus of this course is general fitness and to promote safe, healthy and
leisure/recreational participation.
Students participate in exercise programs in the gym. Skill development in specific sports is also
taught. Direct application of the
concepts and skills taught in this class are applied at various Special Olympic
events |
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HEALTHY LIVING KPHGN
Healthy
lifestyles and healthy eating are examined in this class. The students also learn about how the body
works. |
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SELF HELP/SELF CARE KPPGN
This
courses deals with personal hygiene and grooming skills. It also looks at making appropriate choices
in life.
ART FOR ENJOYMENT KALGN |
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Students
will acquire an appreciation for a variety of art and drama. They will be introduced to different creative
art forms. They students will also be
introduced to a variety of self-expression through drama. They will be encouraged to practice both
their art and drama skills
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