Building A Dyslexia Parent Group - Step 6

🌟 Welcome to Building A Dyslexia Parent Group - Step 6! 🌟

Introduction

Welcome Fellow Parent! You've taken the crucial first step in your journey to advocate for your child with dyslexia. I'm Brett Tingley, and I'm honored to guide you through Building A Dyslexia Parent Group - Step 6. To get the most out of this course, please download the WORKBOOK linked on our website. This will serve as your companion throughout this lecture and help you track your progress.

The Inflection Point

An Inflection Point

Now that you're equipped with knowledge and insights, it's time to make a decisive move. Your predictions about your school district's stance on the Science of Reading and structured literacy are crucial. Will they embrace these evidence-based practices, or will you face resistance? If the latter is your reality, be prepared to engage with principals, superintendents, school boards, and even consider legal action if necessary. Your resilience and determination are key to driving change for every child in your district.

Your Role as an Advocate

We've learned that while the science behind dyslexia and effective reading instruction is clear, real change hinges on parental activism. As parents, we are the catalysts for reform within a system that often falls short. By advocating for our children, we not only seek change for our own but also create a ripple effect that benefits countless others across districts nationwide. Together, we can transform how reading is taught and ensure no more generations are left behind.

Step 6 - Featured Guest Speakers:

This step includes insights from distinguished experts in the field:

• Emily Hanford, an education correspondent for APM Reports
• Kareem Weaver, an investigative journalist focusing on race and inequality
• Brenda Louisin, an advocate and founder of Dyslexic Advantage
• Kerry Agins, a special education attorney
• Brett Tingley, your course instructor and advocate for dyslexia awareness

Step 6 - Inspiring Quotes:

“We can’t shy away from conflict... Conflict was necessary in order to move the agenda forward. There are some fundamental disagreements that exist right now about what kind of progress is possible and what strategies will be the most effective. Right now, what we need to do is fight. We can be respectful about it. But this is the time to stand up and say what you believe, not sweep the issues under the rug so that we can feel good about getting along. There’s nothing more worthwhile than fighting for children..." - Michelle Rhee from Newsweek Magazine 12/13/10 'What I’ve learned', p 36-41.

“You have to go to war for your child because it’s their one shot to do this. You can’t wait for the school district to figure it out.” - Paul Tingley, Founding Member of UA-KID, from the documentary 'Our Dyslexic Children'.

Disclaimer

The content provided in this course is the opinion of the presenter(s) and should not be considered as professional legal or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with your attorney, advocate, physician, or other qualified health provider regarding any legal, medical, or educational matters.

Take the next step with confidence, knowing that your efforts can create lasting change for your child and many others. Together, we will navigate this journey to ensure that our children with dyslexia receive the support and education they deserve. Let's make a difference—one parent, one district, at a time.