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December Dyslexia Guidebook Event: LIVE Webinar with ALTA (Co-Sponsor)

Join us in December and get to know the OH Dyslexia Guidebook. 

REGISTER today!

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36th Annual Symposium, Strands of Understanding: Weaving in Comprehension and Writing


Learn More and Register for Extended Access to Literacy and Parenting Focused Resources Today!

Register and enjoy extended access to virtual professional development presentations until December 31, 2024.

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Ask Marilyn: Multisensory Math 1 FAQ’s

Marilyn Zecher joined us in N. Canton, Ohio, June 10-14, 2024.
Her SOLD OUT course was a success! Attendees were inspired by her creative Multisensory Math teaching techniques.

Continue reading for a roundup of the most frequently asked questions about her course.

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Positive Literacy Initiatives for Ohio Students: Dyslexia Law and the Science of Reading

In response to OH Governor, Mike DeWine’s proposed budget plan, we’ve seen an uptick in reporting about evidence based, literacy initiatives. Lawmakers will soon be tasked with approving DeWine’s proposed funding for literacy programs based on the science of reading.

You can find DeWine’s initial announcement here.

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Dyslexia Simulation News Feature: Experience the Challenges, Improve Understanding

Our most recent Dyslexia Simulation was attended by a local news outlet, Spectrum News 1, and they captured compelling interview footage!

Click here and watch the Spectrum News 1 story.

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What is Structured Literacy and Why is it Important?

Structured Literacy is defined as a comprehensive approach to literacy instruction that research has shown to be effective for all students and essential for students with dyslexia. It is also beneficial for English learners (Baker et al., 2014; Gersten et al., 2008; Kamil et al., 2008; Vaughan et al., 2006).

Programs that use structured literacy as their foundation are those advised for use in OH schools as districts begin to implement HB 436.

Visit our HB 436 page to learn more about the specific requirements.

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Ohio’s Literacy Initiatives

2023 Updates

Proposed OH budget allotments to fund state literacy initiatives have been announced. The OH Dyslexia Guidebook plan for screening, intervention, and remediation of children with dyslexia or displaying dyslexic characteristics and tendencies goes into effect for the 2023-24 school year.

As reported on Cleveland.com:

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