Instructional Support is a student-oriented educational supplement, designed to enhance the learning experience of each and every student. We strive to advocate for our students so that they may learn to be self-advocates and strong, independent individuals in society. Instructional Support encourages open, positive communica-tion among all parties: students, parents, teachers, administration and more. Through the use of academic, social, emotional opportunities and opportunistic learning, we endeavor to not only meet student goals, but also exceed them, so that students can develop a habit of surpassing all expectations.

Mrs. CalhounYears at LCHS: 3Years in Education: 3Degree Attained:

B.S. Education, Millersville UniversityRecent Classes: Penn State University Masters of Education Courses

Algebra Content for Students with Disabilities Accepted to the Learning Disabilities Association

National ConferenceFun Facts:

Mrs. Calhoun can be seen working with our Fine & Performing Arts department for the musical! She is also an avid Phillies fan!

Specialization Areas:Specializes in subject matter of Algebra, Geometry, Spanish, English, and Government, but can assist in any content area with help of resources!

Contact Information:E-mail: acalhoun@lchsyes.org (BEST way to contact)Phone: (717)509-0315, ext. 153

LANCASTER CATHOLIC

HIGH SCHOOL

INSTRUCTIONAL

SUPPORT

Years at LCHS: 3Years in Education: 3Degree Attained:

B.S. Education, Kutztown UniversityRecent Classes:

Edinboro University Masters of Education CoursesAlgebra Content for Students with Disabilities Accepted to the Learning Disabilities AssociationNational Conference

Fun Facts:Miss Malloy is a 2008 graduate from LancasterCatholic! She is also a skilled swimmer and coacheslocal swim teams.

Specialization Areas:Specializes in subject matter of Algebra, Geometry, Religion, Biology, and Economics, but can assist in any content area with help of resources!

Contact Information:E-mail: lmalloy@lchsyes.org (BEST way to contact)Phone: (717)509-0315, ext. 204

Miss Malloy

Philosophy

Instructional Support is a program for students who have barriers to learning.

To receive instructional support services, a student must have a documented disability as determined by an educational and/or medical professional.

I.S. at LCHS

Testimonial“I.S. allows me to just be me. I know that Mrs.

Calhoun and Miss Malloy will give me 110% in all that they help me with . I trust them and know that they are always there for me. I.S. is way more than

instructional support, it is the best period of the day and a way of life.”

- Mark Gales, Class of 2014

Typical I.S. PeriodWhen students come to IS, they will walk into a room of 2-10 students and 1-2 teachers. In here, students are free to work on any homework, projects, presentations, etc. that they like and may need some extra help with. Also, Mrs. Calhoun and Miss Malloy could assist students with some review work, job searches, college applications, project/paper editing, and much more! There could also be students in from other classes taking tests in an environment different from their classroom. Whatever help is needed, IS works to meet your needs.Typical I.S. Period

• 10 Laptops Computers (Mac)• SmartBoard• Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Publisher• Kurzweil Reading Tools• Reading Pens• Textbooks from most classes• Google Drive Products• Printers• Whiteboard and Chalkboard workspace• Calculators• Arts and Craft supplies• Reading Assessment Tools• Variety of school required and free-time novels• Newspaper subscription• Access to virtually any online learning tool!

*While we have all of these resources to use, students are encouraged to bring any supplies that they need to complete a project and we will provide space to complete assignments. Our classroom is connected to the computer lab to provide every extra space or resource.

How do I get Involved?

To be involved in the Instructional Support program, the students must have documentation from a school district, physician, IU, or psychologist that states that the student has a diagnosed disability. During the 4th quarter of the school year, Mrs. Calhoun and Miss Malloy will contact the six Catholic schools to collect any documentation for incoming 9th graders. If your son or daughter attends on of those schools, (s)he will bring home a Request for Documentation form that the parent or guardian needs to sign. If your student does not attend one of the Catholic grade schools, simply pass along any documentation to our guidanceofficepriortoJuly1,2015.Fromthere,Mrs.Calhoun will contact you and set up an appointment to discuss any accommodations that will be put into place at Lancaster Catholic High School.