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Together in Literacy3.16 Top 5 Things Teachers and Parents Can Do if They Suspect DyslexiaEven with the wave of SOR at the Tier I level, we still have students who won’t be making effective progress, leading teachers and parents to ask questions about how to help all students meet their potential. You may be seeing more questions arise from parents and teachers regarding possible dyslexia and what this means for a pathway to diagnosis or proper instruction.
In this episode, we’re sharing some of our top tips for parents and teachers who might be suspecting dyslexia.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Definition of dyslexia
IDA Dyslexia Handbo...
2024-05-0649 min
Together in Literacy3.2 How to Talk About DyslexiaFor us here at the Together in Literacy podcast, dyslexia is an everyday thing. We also want to highlight that October is dedicated to dyslexia awareness.
With this in mind, in this episode, we’re sharing tips for talking to parents about dyslexia and tips for parents when speaking to their children about dyslexia.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Decoding Dyslexia
Made by Dyslexia
Overcoming Dyslexia by Sally Shaywitz M.D.
Conquering Dyslexia by Donna J. Wilbourn
1.16: The Legal Aspect of Dyslexia Advocacy with Sabrina Axt
2.9: The Power in Saying Dyslexia
Understood.org
What is...
2023-10-0938 min
Together in Literacy2.15 Looking at Neurodiversity with a Fresh PerspectiveIn this episode, we’re taking a closer look at neurodiversity. We’re seeing the term neurodiversity come up in a lot of different places from social media, to newspapers, to articles, and more. It is a global conversation that we should all be looking at with a fresh view and perspective.
Tune in as we discuss what neurodiversity means to us, and, based on the current research, where dyslexia comes into the discussion of neurodiversity. We’ll also look at shifts in language surrounding neurodiversity, and what this all means for educators, parents, caregivers, students, and the wor...
2023-04-1742 min
Together in Literacy2.14 Using Evaluations to Better Understand Our Learners with Katy VassarIn this episode, we’re joined by Katy Vassar. Katy is a Dyslexia and Reading Consultant, Licensed Dyslexia Therapist, Qualified Instructor of therapists, and Educational Diagnostician with over 20 years of experience in the field of education. Her history includes roles in special education, general education, reading/dyslexia intervention, and coaching at the elementary and secondary levels in both public and independent school systems.
Katy currently teams with various centers to train teachers as dyslexia therapists, train educators to better work with students with dyslexia in the classroom, provide psychoeducational evaluations, and support individual students and families as the...
2023-04-0355 min
The Parent IEP LabE82: Tier 2 Support: MTSS/RTI/SST with Sabrina AxtMultitiered Systems of Support (but called MANY other similar names) is a system outside of the special education system that provides targeted support to children. But why are we talking about it on an IEP podcast??? Because... 1) You may be a parent trying to get your child an IEP but are getting pushed towards the MTSS system first (this can be good or bad!) 2) You may be seeing a need your child has that isn't covered by their IEP currently...and they may want to provide support for THIS need through M...
2022-11-0832 minThe Parent IEP LabE82: Tier 2 Support: MTSS/RTI/SST with Sabrina AxtMultitiered Systems of Support (but called MANY other similar names) is a system outside of the special education system that provides targeted support to children. But why are we talking about it on an IEP podcast??? Because... 1) You may be a parent trying to get your child an IEP but are getting pushed towards the MTSS system first (this can be good or bad!) 2) You may be seeing a need your child has that isn't covered by their IEP currently...and they may want to provide support for THIS need through M...
2022-11-0832 min
Together in LiteracySeason 1, Episode 16: The Legal Aspect of Dyslexia Advocacy with Sabrina AxtJoin us in welcoming our special guest, Sabrina Axt. Sabrina is a practicing attorney based out of the San Francisco Bay area, and she has been for over fifteen years.
Her career and personal journey have led her to leave civil litigation in order to advocate for her child and she now exclusively practices special education law.
Sabrina guides her clients through the special education process, helping them to understand and advocate for IEPs and accommodations. She equips parents with the tools they need to advocate for their children
In this episode, she spe...
2022-05-1646 min
Dyslexia Mom Life™ | Education, Parenting Tips, & CommunityIEP Bootcamp, Part 3: Progress Monitoring & Compensatory Education with Sabrina AxtDyslexia Mom Life Podcast is partnering with special education attorney and advocate, Sabrina Axl, for a podcast series to prepare you for a successful IEP meeting. IEP Bootcamp, Part 3: Sabrina is sharing about the annual evaluation, including progress monitoring and compensatory education. Subscribe to the podcast today! Share your favorite episode with your friends on your social accounts and tag us on social #dyslexiamomlifepodcast.Sign up for the waitlist for the new Dyslexia Parenting Academy course, Dyslexia Battle Blueprint.DYSLEXIA MOM LIFE FB COMMUNITY: htt...
2021-02-2252 minDyslexia Mom Life™ | Education, Parenting Tips, & CommunityIEP Bootcamp, Part 2: Goal Writing Workshop with Sabrina AxtDyslexia Mom Life Podcast is partnering with special education attorney and advocate, Sabrina Axl, for a podcast series to prepare you for a successful IEP meeting. In Part Two, Sabrina is teaching how to write an effective IEP goal. Subscribe to the podcast today! Share your favorite episode with your friends on your social accounts and tag us on social #dyslexiamomlifepodcast.Sign up for the waitlist for the new Dyslexia Parenting Academy course, Dyslexia Battle Blueprint.DYSLEXIA MOM LIFE FB COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dys...
2021-02-1448 minDyslexia Mom Life™ | Education, Parenting Tips, & CommunityIEP Bootcamp, Part 1: 3 Tips for a Successful IEP Meeting with Sabrina AxtDyslexia Mom Life Podcast is partnering with special education attorney and advocate, Sabrina Axl, for a podcast series to prepare you for a successful IEP meeting. When preparing for an IEP meeting, we will give you the tools to walk into your next IEP meeting with confidence and a plan! Subscribe to the podcast today! Share your favorite episode with your friends on your social accounts and tag us on social #dyslexiamomlifepodcast.Sign up for the waitlist for the new Dyslexia Parenting Academy course, Dyslexia Battle Blueprint.
2021-02-0839 min