Dyslexia Department Newsletter
December Edition
Dyslexia Department Charge
Identification & Service
We believe students should be provided with equitable access to education and learning through an individualized continuum of services and supports
Inspiring Instruction
We believe all learners deserve a nurturing and inclusive environment that supports their individual needs, empowers, and ignites a passion for learning.
Compliance
We work to ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines to ensure our students are served appropriately based on their individual needs.
Collaboration & Communication
We believe when families, school staff, and the community are engaged in the education of our students, they will achieve to their fullest potential.
Contact List
Joke of the Month
Answer: He's Cool 😂
Recommended Books on Dyslexia
Grade Levels K-2
Grade Levels 3-5
Grade Levels 6-8
Grade Levels 9-12
Student Spotlight
Aden and his family have traveled around the 48 contiguous states. The trip started in January and ended their trip in November. Aden has attended his dyslexia sessions and completed his work with no problems. He has kept his grades up although admitting the time difference was a bit confusing. While it was exhausting, it was a wonderful experience. He enjoyed learning the history of the individual states and being with his family.
Learning Ally
Grab a Cup of Hot Chocolate and a Book to Warm up with a Winter Reading Challenge!
Learning Ally’s Great Reading Games is a well-established reading competition designed to inspire your students to read and improve their literacy skills. Your school earns points for every page read, with top-performing schools and students winning exciting prizes. You can boost scores before the competition begins by encouraging reading through the Learning Ally Audiobook app. With curated book lists and support for you, it’s an engaging way to get your students excited about reading!
- GRG Boost-up Points: December 2, 2024 – December 31, 2024
- GRG Competition: January 6, 2025 – February 28, 2025
Keep track of your reading with this fun Winter Reading Challange Organizer!
How to Add a Book: A Student's Perspective
Note: Please connect with your Dyslexia Teacher for login credentials to Learning Ally.
Scholarships for HS Students Who Learn Differently
Every year, Learning Ally awards up to nine high school seniors cash prizes ranging from $3,000-$6,000 through the Marion Huber Learning Through Listening® Awards (LTL). This is a great way to celebrate once-struggling learners as they progress toward their academic goals.
Scholarship requirements:
- High School graduating class of 2024 or 2025
- School or Household Learning Ally member for one year prior to applying
- A completed application including a reference
The application process is easy, and we select students based on their academic progress. All we need you to do is send the application form to the qualifying student and/or their guardians. We will be accepting applications until December 31st and announcing the winners in early 2025. If you have any questions, contact allkidscanread@learningally.org
All qualifying students are invited to apply today!
Holiday Recipe
Chocolate Peppermint Bark Cookies
Recipe by: John Kanell
Ingredients
- 1¾ cups all-purpose flour (210g)
- â…“ cup cocoa powder (33g)
- ¾ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter softened (168g)
- ½ cup light brown sugar (110g)
- ½ cup granulated sugar (100g)
- 1 large egg room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon peppermint extract
- 16 ounces peppermint bark divided (340g)
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips (80g)
- 3 to 4 candy canes crushed
Dyslexia Handbook
Padlet
Reminders, Helpful Links, and Important Dates
Stay Engaged During Winter Break
Free Internet for Students: Project 10 Million
DI Services Moving from 504 to Special Education
Please note that due to changes in recent dyslexia laws from HB 3928, the following, as detailed on page seven of the HB 3928 FAQs document, must occur if the parent wishes for their student to receive Direct Dyslexia Instruction services. In other words, students having accommodations only for dyslexia may remain with 504, but those wanting to continue Direct Dyslexia Instruction services will need to move their student to Special Education.
Dyslexia Student Attendance Policy
As a student identified with dyslexia it is important to receive direct support by attending Direct Dyslexia Instruction classes. Students who receive Direct Dyslexia Instruction must attend class required class connect sessions Monday-Thursday (4 days per week).
Dyslexia Instruction will be a required class on your student’s schedule. The students assigned Dyslexia Teacher will contact the student and family with detailed class instructions. Please direct communication about class absences, assignments, or program materials to your assigned Dyslexia Teacher. You can find your teachers' contact information in the Dyslexia Department Directory.
Dyslexia Department Events
Parent Educational Meeting
Date: 10.11.2024
Important Dates
- STAAR EOC: December 5, 2024 - December 11, 2024
- Winter Break (Student Holiday)
- LSOA: December 20, 2024 - January 6, 2025
- TVAH: December 23, 2024 - January 7, 2025
- TOPS: December 23, 2024 - January 7, 2025
- DATX: December 23, 2024 - January 7, 2025











