Letter to the Editor in The Park Record.
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Advocate group for students with dyslexia questions Park City School District reading plan
This article presents PC READS’ concerns about the new District Reading Plan, approved by the Board early this year. Several concerned parents spoke during public comment at the May 19, 2015 Board of Education meeting.
Dyslexia – the silent struggle
Guest editorial in The Park Record written by PC READS Co-Founder, Elissa Aten.
Utah State Office of Education – Educational Equity (504 Plans)
Information provided by the USOE on Section 504 of the ADA.
Utah State Office of Education – Special Education Services
Information specific to Utah Special Education services may be found in this section of the USOE website.
What is a Section 504 Plan? – Does My Student Qualify for One? – See more at: http://www.utahparentcenter.org/what-is-a-section-504-plan-does-my-student-qualify-for-one/#sthash.wGWykIWf.dpuf
Article published by the Utah Parent Center. Just one of several publications about 504 Plans and IEPs available on their website.
Common Accommodations for Students with Dyslexia
A list of common classroom accommodations with respect to reading, spelling, testing, homework and more.
IEP Roadmap: How to Seek Out Special Education Services for Your Child
Excellent visual chart of the process provided by Understood.org.
Providing an IEP May Not Suffice if a District Fails in Its Child Find Obligation
Excellent article for teachers & parents! Early identification & intervention isn’t just a good idea – it’s a legal requirement under IDEA. “Child find” is a bedrock principle under IDEA. It requires the states to ensure that all children with disabilities who reside or attend private school within the state be “identified, located, and evaluated” to determine their need for special education and related services.
Parent Chat: What Accommodations are Typical for a 2nd Grader with Dyslexia?
This post was created from a Learning Ally-Parent Chat Facebook discussion.
Dyslexia Webinar: How to Make Sure the IEP is in Tip-Top Shape
This is an excellent webinar produced by Learning Ally featuring Kelli Sandman-Hurley and Tracey Block-Zaretsky of the Dyslexia Training Institute. The focus is”helping parents ensure that their child’s Individual Education Plan (IEP) is optimized for success.”
Dyslexia and Accommodations – New ADA Guidelines 2016 for School and Work
“The new regulation guide and letter to school districts address problematic policies which have required students and their families to undergo repeated costly testing for documentation of dyslexia, dysgraphia,dyscalculia, and other LDs. “
How Do I Get an IEP or 504 Plan?
An expert and parent advocate explains how to request an evaluation and start the process of getting a 504 or Individualized Education Program. Video provided by Understood.org.
Dyslexia: It’s all about goals, goals, goals
Written by Dr. Kelli Sandman-Hurley of The Dyslexia Training Institute. Excerpt: Parents have asked me, how important are the goals anyway? Remember: needs drive goals and goals drive services.
Dyslexia: When the IEP is a Dictatorship
Published by The Dyslexia Training Institute. Excerpt: You’re handed the testing and the IEP and as your flip through it, you notice that it states. “child does not qualify for services at this time.”
Dislecksia: The Movie
PC READS partnered with The Park City Film Series to show this film in October 2015. If you missed it, you can download it and watch it at home! Emmy award-winning filmmaker Harvey Hubbell V and his crew explore the unique nature of how each of us learn. Join Hubbell, dyslexic superstars Billy Bob Thornton and Joe Pantoliano, world-renowned brain scientists and researchers, students and advocates as they join a movement to revolutionize education.
The Big Picture: Rethinking Dyslexia
Originally released at Sundance as “The D Word” in 2012, this film can be downloaded or found at local libraries. The film was directed & produced by James Redford.
Embracing Dyslexia
This 50 minute free documentary can be watched directly from the website.
Dyslexia in America
This 10 minute video, American Dyslexia, should be watched by everyone. ‘There are approximately 7 million dyslexic children in public schools.”
What is dyslexia? – Kelli Sandman-Hurley
A 5 minutes overview of dyslexia provided by Kelli Sandman-Hurley of The Dyslexia Training Institute. “Dyslexia affects up to 1 in 5 people, but the experience of dyslexia isn’t always the same.”
Overcoming Dyslexia, Finding Passion: Piper Otterbein at TEDxYouth@CEHS
Excellent, 10 minute speech given by high school student, Piper Otterbein. “I was beyond embarrassed that at that very moment, I couldn’t even read my own name.”
The Power Of Dyslexia about Famous Dyslexics
A 5 minute video featuring quotes by famous dyslexic individuals.
What is Dyslexia? – Hollywood Screenwriter Max Brooks Tells Congress
This 5 minute video of Max Brooks addressing Congress is very relative to the importance of early intervention.
Faces of Dyslexia Video by DD-UT
This video features Utah students with dyslexia (including a few Park City students!) and was shown at the State House when DD-UT was working to gain support for S.B. 117: Interventions for Reading Difficulties Pilot.
Oregon’s Teachers Speak
This video features Oregon teachers honestly sharing their opinions about the lack of training teachers receive with respect to struggling readers. Published by Decoding Dyslexia – Oregon.
Like A Dyslexic
Read this story posted by Richard Branson, watch the video and smile!
The Myth of Average: Todd Rose at TEDxSonomaCounty
This TEDx talk is well worth 20 minutes of your time. Todd Rose’s book, The End of Average: How We Succeed in a World that Value Sameness, was published in January 2016.
Will Digital Accessible Books Improve Reading for Students with Dyslexia?
“For students with dyslexia, the multi-modal sensory experience of seeing and hearing text read aloud may be a smart way to reconnect their minds to decode more words and comprehend information. “
Assistive Tech 101: Basics for Students with Dyslexia
A short article, written by AT expert Jamie Martin, on a few of the basic AT option for students.
How Speech-to-Text Transformed a Student’s Fifth Grade Year
Kyle Redford writes about a fifth grader’s implementation of speech-to-text in her classroom. “He reports that speech-to-text on his iPad has changed school for him. I can confirm this: no more sparse written responses, no more complaining about writing time, and no more simmering frustration during written assessments.”
