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Secondary Curriculum Options

At Perkins, we strive to create well rounded, educated students who are ready to take on the world. Traditional academics are a priority, but we also have the resources and ability to provide training and education in areas that are critical to the success of our students who are visually impaired.

In addition to the following areas of study, we offer academic support including Study Skills, Research Seminar and SAT Preparation.

Academics:

  • English (Grades 9-12)
  • English as a Second Language
  • Braille Literacy
  • Creative Writing
  • Theater Arts
  • Mathematics
  • Algebra I and II
  • Geometry
  • Science
  • Earth Science
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Physics
  • Technology and Engineering
  • Social Studies
  • Geography
  • World History
  • United States History
  • Economic/Government
  • French
  • Spanish
  • Computer Use

    • Independent Living, Social and Recreational Studies

    Creative Arts:

    • Handbells
    • Instruments
    • Orchestra
    • Voice
    • Music Makers
    • Chorus
    • Chamber Singers
    • Piano
    • Music Braille
    • Art
    • Crafts

    Independent Living:

    • Orientation & Mobility
    • Community Experience
    • Adult Living
    • Home and Personal Management
    • Handwriting
    • Health/Sex Education
    • Social Skills
    • Personal Care Assistant (PCA) Management

    Physical Education:

    • Adapted Physical Education
    • Modified Fitness
    • Wheelchair Adapted Physical Education
    • Large Group Games
    • Swimming
    • Community Fitness

    Prevocational Studies:

    Individual Skill Classes:

    • Sales
    • Office Practice
    • Seatweaving
    • Woodworking
    • Metalworking

    Work Activities:

    • Work Skills Training
    • Work Activities
    • On and Off-Campus Work Experience

    Food Service:

    • General Skills for Food Service
    • Recipe Preparation
    • "To Go" Sandwich/Salad Preparation

    Horticulture:

    • Horticulture Therapy
    • Prevocational Horticulture Training
    • Horticulture Work Experience

    Support Services:

    • Sensorimotor Integration
    • Occupational Therapy
    • Physical Therapy
    • Vision Stimulation
    • Speech and Language Therapy
    • Individual Counseling and Psychotherapy
    • Group Counseling
    • Case Management

    For more information on Perkins Secondary Program, contact 617-972-7236. You can also visit our Admissions page.