For most students summer means the absence of school and the presence of camps, sports, art, exploration, and lots of time for play! As a teacher, I totally understand this sentiment, especially when thinking about our students with dyslexia who see school as a daily struggle. Summer is their lifeline, their chance to …read more

I first learned about the concept of Universal Design in college. The term was coined by Ron Mace, the architect at North Carolina State University. A very simplified definition of Universal Design is “the design of products and environments to be usable by all people, to the greatest extent possible, without the need for adaptation …read more

My #1 advice to parents is this: Educate yourself so that you can effectively advocate for your child’s specific learning needs. You are an expert on your own child already. Why not extend your knowledge and expertise to their education as well? It may seem like an overwhelming task at first but rest assured you …read more