Decoding Dyslexia
Decoding Dyslexia is a grassroots movement driven by parents and educators who are concerned with the limited access to educational interventions and support for dyslexia within our schools.
Our Mission
To raise dyslexia awareness, empower families to support their children, and influence policymakers and educators on best practices for students with dyslexia.
Welcome Booth
Our Welcome Booth is situated near the Check-In for IDA Registration. We are making efforts to have State Leaders available as per the schedule provided below. Leaders may be available between sessions. Like you, we are eager to learn at the conference. If you miss us, please feel free to stop by again.
Wed
3-6 pM
Check-in
Thu
7-8 aM
Morning
12-1 PM
LUNCH
FRI
7-8 aM
Morning
12-1 PM
LUNCH
SAT
7-8 aM
Morning
12-1 PM
LUNCH
Championing Dyslexia: Families & Educators Join Forces for Student Advocacy
Sat. October 25 Dunwoody 9:30-11:30
Roundtable Session
The Roundtable Session will feature tables with 3 sessions, allowing parents and educators to rotate through based on needs.
Advocating While Black – Effective Strategies &
Pitfalls to Avoid
Clarice Jackson
Empower the advocate from within: navigating dyslexia with confidence
Michelle Keiper
Literacy support at home
Jennifer Hasser
Tutoring for Dyslexia & Learning Disabilities | Syllables Learning Center
Deep Dive on Resources, “From Overwhelmed to Empowered: Navigating the Resource Maze” |
Kristin Kane
Providing Reading Interventions for Students in Grades 4–9
Foundational Skills to Support Reading for Understanding in Kindergarten Through 3rd Grade
Teaching Secondary Students to Write Effectively
Teaching Elementary School Students to Be Effective Writers
Improving Reading Comprehension in Kindergarten Through 3rd Grade
Improving Adolescent Literacy: Effective Classroom and Intervention Practices
Center for Parent Information and Resources
Wright’s Law https://www.wrightslaw.com/
Reading Rocket: Reading 101
Colorin Colorado https://www.colorincolorado.org/
IDA Dyslexia Handbook: What Every Family Should Know
A PARENT’S GUIDE TO EFFECTIVE INSTRUCTION
Advocating for Students with Dyslexia in Public Schools
From Screening to Structured Literacy: Understanding School Reports, Effective Reading Instruction, and Classroom Practices |
Jane Hayes
Understanding MTSS for Reading
Deborah Lynam
An appropriate evaluation for students with dyslexia is essential to the IEP process
David Hurford
Center for Reading Session Handout
“I disagree with the IEP!” – Now what? Navigating conflict with confidence
Tracey Morgan
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According to the Georgia Dyslexia Handbook
Missy Purcell & Beth Haynes
Decoding DysLExia Partners
Decoding Dyslexia expresses gratitude to our community partners for their support. These organizations aid our mission to raise awareness about dyslexia. Working with the community is essential in providing support to students, families, and educators. Downloadable linked flyer here.
INTERNATIONAL DYSLEXIA ASSOCIATION
IDA provides advocacy, resources and services to teaching professionals, advocates and individuals and families impacted by dyslexia and other related learning differences. Fact Sheets Available in English and Spanish.
THE NATIONAL CENTER ON IMPROVING LITERACY
The National Center on Improving Literacy (NCIL), is a partnership among literacy experts, university researchers, and technical assistance providers, with funding from the United States Department of Education.
Syllable Learning Center
Tutoring for Dyslexia & Learning Disabilities | Syllables Learning Center
Syllables Learning Center founded by a parent of a child with dyslexia, led by parents of children with dyslexia, and has supported students and families for 25 years! We provide online assessments with nationally normed tests and one-to-one teletherapy for students with dyslexia. Our program is accredited by the IMSLEC and IDA. (770)752-1724
The Center for Reading
The Center for Reading at Pittsburg State University is a national resource for identifying and understanding reading difficulties such as dyslexia and attentional difficulties such as ADHD. The center supports families and schools through assessment, evaluation, intervention, advocacy services, professional development and ongoing research in order to help all become successful readers.
The Reading League
The Reading League has chapters in many state with the mission is to increase the knowledge, understanding, and use of evidence-based literacy practices so that all students can learn to read