Customized Learning Programs
NLS - Customized Learning Program (CLP)
The goal of the CLP program is to present each student the opportunity to develop, grow, and receive the additional support they need to return to a traditional classroom environment with success and confidence.
The Customized Learning Program (CLP) is a voluntary in-house program, located in the school district. The CLP follows the 180 day school district calendar and daily academic bell schedule providing 990 hours or more of instructional time. Instruction is provided at the secondary level with a standard aligned curriculum in accordance with Chapter 4 of the State Board of Education.
Students in the CLP are enrolled in Mathematics, Social Studies, Science, English, Physical Education and Health or other electives. During the school day, either an appropriately certified teacher in each of the 4 core subjects visits the classroom to provide assistance or instruction is provided virtually with a certified staff. Direct instruction is provided in Character Education and Career Readiness to further meet the needs of each student. The CLP provides appropriate EL services and ensures that each eligible child with a disability receives Free and Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) in accordance with the Individuals with Disabilities Act.
This program was developed to foster and enhance the social, emotional, academic and transitional needs of students. Students returning or entering the district from an outside placement will have the opportunity to transition into the CLP prior to the traditional classroom.. The CLP will provide additional academic, counseling, credit recovery and special education services to promote classroom success in a small group setting. Each student can return to the traditional classroom setting upon request or by demonstrating improvement in areas where support was requested. The students in this program are not considered “disruptive” based on the standards defined by the Pennsylvania Department of Education.