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- Cleveland Municipal School District
- Special Education
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Home Instruction
The goal of the Home Instruction Department coincides with the Chief Executive Officer’s Strategic Goal to “Deliver the types of services and educational opportunities that will meet the academic needs of students and their families.” In some instances, a student’s educational progress may be interrupted due to unique circumstances. In such circumstances, home instruction may temporarily assist the student’s progress toward educational goals without interruption from a temporary condition. However, students must meet very specific criteria in order to qualify for services.
Program Objectives
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To tailor teaching to the needs of students eligible for Home Instruction
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To help students maintain their academic progress while out of school
For Whom?
Pupils with a handicap, which may prevent them from attending a regular or special education program even with the aid of special transportation may qualify for services. Some Identifying Characteristics:
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A severe orthopedic or health impairment
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Temporary physical condition
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Severe behavior handicap
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Other severe handicapping condition, which may adversely affects a student’s educational performance
Eligibility Requirements
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Legal school age
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Resident in the Cleveland City School District
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Medical evaluation by physician
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Capability of profiting from instruction as determined by school professional staff
Program Structure
- One hour of Home Instruction shall be provided for each day the child is unable to attend school.
- Home Instruction is individualized instruction provided for students who are unable to attend school.
Teacher Responsibilities
- Assist in the development of an IEP for the student
- Provision of the instructional program for the student, including appropriate aids and materials
- Provide, in cooperation with school personnel, periodic reports on the student’s progress in a manner consistent with the reporting practice of the school district
- Coordinate with school personnel the successful return of the child to the regular education program or another special education program
Teacher Qualification
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Shall hold an Ohio teacher’s certificate
The following are important links for those students needing extra helps at home:
Contact Us:
- Shelly Johnson
- Office of Home Instruction
- Lakeside Administration Building Room 211A
- 1440 Lakeside Avenue
- Cleveland, Ohio 44114
- 216.592.7293
- FAX 216.592.7296
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