When it comes to tutors in the humanities, it doesn’t get much better than Allyson. Which is why we had to choose her for our February Tutor of the Month. Allyson has an extensive background in English and education. She has a Bachelor’s degree in English from Wheaton College, a Master’s and PhD in English … Read more
As a parent of a dyslexic student, you have likely considered looking into modifications and accommodations in the classroom for your child. It’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with what is available so that when it comes time for an IEP meeting, it’s a good idea to have a sense of what’s out there! … Read more
Trying to complete school work can be a very frustrating and discouraging experience for a student who struggles with dyslexia. Even just trying to read directions and figure out what to do on an assignment can be a huge barrier, never mind having to read complex texts and complete writing tasks. School can quickly start … Read more
If you read my blog from last week, or have researched programs used to treat dyslexia, you may be considering Wilson Reading as a solution for your child’s needs. Wilson Reading is a challenging program, and it is very important to have your child work with a person who is not only well-trained, but dynamic, … Read more
On Saturday in Vienna, VA we had a fantastic professional development workshop for our reading tutors. We employ many teachers who help students with reading disorders, such as dyslexia. Our guest attendee was Jackie Paris, inventor of Funny Mix, one of the best reading games on the market. Here’s a blog written by Jackie: I … Read more