Program Description 

The Elementary Life Skills Program is a small supportive class for students with significant intellectual disabilities and medical/personal needs. Each student has an Individual Education Plan (IEP) and works towards there own individual goals.

Curriculum emphasis:

• communication skills
• basic reading, writing and math skills
• personal care
• social emotional and behavioural strategies 

Student Profile

• Low Incidence designation
• medical and/or personal care needs may exist
• Intellectual Disability

Referral Process

Referrals must be submitted to the District Case Manager, Inclusion.  

Documentation Required

• completed “Request for Designation &/or Special Education Program Placement” form
• completed “Pre-Referral Intervention Strategies” (PRIS) form
• Psycho-Educational Assessment
• IEP
• Speech and Language Assessment
• School Based Team minutes
• Report Cards

Placement Evaluation

Students are reviewed on a yearly basis and if a change in placement is recommended, a transition plan created by program staff and the receiving school will be established.   

Capacity and Staffing

Grade 4 to 7

1 Teacher

SSA Support (level varies depending on student needs)

Program Location

Mackenzie Elementary