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Kamyla
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What kind of AP or DE classes should someone take if they want to become a special education teacher ?
Are there certain ones that you would say offer more benefit to learning? I'm a freshman looking to pick my sophomore year classes.
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Takieaa ReyFaun Johnson
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Hello Kamyla
I'm Miss Takieaa. That is a very good question. After some research, I found the following:
1. AP English Language and Composition / AP English Literature and Composition
2. AP Mathematics
3. AP Sciences
4. AP History/Social Studies
5. AP Psychology
6. AP Foreign Languages
7. AP Art or AP Music Theory
Kamyla, you may also consider the following electives; Child development, Computer applications, Teacher assisting, and Public speaking.
I hope that information helps you on your successful career journey. Have a great life!
Miss Takieaa
I'm Miss Takieaa. That is a very good question. After some research, I found the following:
1. AP English Language and Composition / AP English Literature and Composition
2. AP Mathematics
3. AP Sciences
4. AP History/Social Studies
5. AP Psychology
6. AP Foreign Languages
7. AP Art or AP Music Theory
Kamyla, you may also consider the following electives; Child development, Computer applications, Teacher assisting, and Public speaking.
I hope that information helps you on your successful career journey. Have a great life!
Miss Takieaa
Michelle M.
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Hello, Kamyla !
Although you will get the education to be a Special Ed teacher in college, there are some courses that could prepare you for your college major while you are in high school.
I would suggest that if your high school offers any Psychology classes those would be good to take. I would also suggest taking any classes involving writing and public speaking if offered at your high school. Health Science will also be beneficial while you are in high school. Once you are in college, you will be able to take your Education courses.
Volunteer work or trainings outside of school can also provide excellent preparation for your college major. Find out if your school district has a Career Center and if they offer early childhood classes which can be taken there at your district's building or in the community. You can also do volunteer work in a special ed setting. For exact information, contact your school district located at 1340 Braddock Place, Alexandria, VA 22314, or phone them at (703) 683-4343. I left the link to their website for you below.
Extra curriculars that would be good while in high school would be anything that involves Public Speaking, like the Debate Team, Leadership Groups or running for a school office such as class president, vice president, treasurer, etc. To exercise your voice you can also consider acting as well with a Theatre group if your high school offers that. Also find out about opportunities to tutor elementary students - ask your school district office or your guidance counselor.
So even though one may not be able to actually take Education courses in High School, there are other opportunities for learning and getting experience for your future college studies. Another option would be to discuss dual enrollment with your guidance counselor. This is the opportunity to take college courses while you are a high school student. Try to find out if you can take an Early Childhood Development course or an Education course that way.
Your teachers or guidance counselor can go into detail about Dual Enrollment for you.
I hope this helps to start you on some exciting and enriching experiences ! I wish you all the best !
ALEXANDRIA CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS DISTRICT OFFICE www.acps.k12.va.us
Although you will get the education to be a Special Ed teacher in college, there are some courses that could prepare you for your college major while you are in high school.
I would suggest that if your high school offers any Psychology classes those would be good to take. I would also suggest taking any classes involving writing and public speaking if offered at your high school. Health Science will also be beneficial while you are in high school. Once you are in college, you will be able to take your Education courses.
Volunteer work or trainings outside of school can also provide excellent preparation for your college major. Find out if your school district has a Career Center and if they offer early childhood classes which can be taken there at your district's building or in the community. You can also do volunteer work in a special ed setting. For exact information, contact your school district located at 1340 Braddock Place, Alexandria, VA 22314, or phone them at (703) 683-4343. I left the link to their website for you below.
Extra curriculars that would be good while in high school would be anything that involves Public Speaking, like the Debate Team, Leadership Groups or running for a school office such as class president, vice president, treasurer, etc. To exercise your voice you can also consider acting as well with a Theatre group if your high school offers that. Also find out about opportunities to tutor elementary students - ask your school district office or your guidance counselor.
So even though one may not be able to actually take Education courses in High School, there are other opportunities for learning and getting experience for your future college studies. Another option would be to discuss dual enrollment with your guidance counselor. This is the opportunity to take college courses while you are a high school student. Try to find out if you can take an Early Childhood Development course or an Education course that way.
Your teachers or guidance counselor can go into detail about Dual Enrollment for you.
I hope this helps to start you on some exciting and enriching experiences ! I wish you all the best !
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Thank you for your advice.