1. What is the Difference between SDC and Resource
Hamilton High School

2. A Question of Placement
Resource or SDC depends on percentage of time receiving services.
Usually over 50% of the school day in special education = SDC
Under 50 % = RSP

3. SDC
Special Day Class
All or most core classes taken in pull out classroom. Small group setting (over 50%)
May be mainstreamed for Social Studies or Science
Addresses state standards.
Addresses functional life skills
Job Skills
Money Management

4. Resource Less than 50% in a pull out program
May be totally included in general education classes with assistance from special education aides and case carriers.
Emphasis on study skills

5. Conclusion Services are similar Percentage of assistance differs
Paper work is the same.
IEP’s
Assessments
Testing