Empower Dyslexia

Today’s we’ll be speaking with Dr. Robin Edge, PhD, CCC-SLPDr. Robin Edge is a Licensed and Certified Speech-Language Pathologist and Tenured Professor of Communication Sciences and Disorders at Jacksonville University where she teaches fluency disorders, healthcare ethics, counseling, professional issues, and international rehabilitation policy/cultural competence. She received her Ph.D. from the University of Georgia with a specialization in fluency disorders and treatment outcomes. She specializes in business practice and management, consulting with companies to open therapeutic and educational centers using skills she acquired owning a speech and occupational therapy private practice for many years. Dr. Edge has many national and international publications and presentations and is a strong advocate for patients with communication disorders and their families. She currently serves as the Florida Speech-Language Pathology Representative to the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association's Committee of Ambassador's, a group that advocates with federal legislators to increase funding and access to services for people with speech, language, literacy, and hearing needs. She also serves as the Florida Speech-Language Hearing Association's Vice President of Speech-Language Pathology and conducts continuing education courses for speech-language pathologists nationwide. This show is sponsored in part by: Learning Ally: www.learningally.org 3 Dudes Design: https://3dudesdesign.com/Learning Ally Demohttps://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/Schedule-DemoTexas Education Association Partnershiphttps://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/school-grants/TexasSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Clarice Jackson is the founder of Voice Advocacy Center in Omaha NE where she serves as the Executive Director of the Literacy and Dyslexia Screening and Teaching Program. She also serves as a Councilwoman for The Learning Community of Douglas and Sarpy County. She is a sought-after national presenter on the topics of dyslexia, black literacy matters and special education advocacy. She wrote a national resolution on dyslexia as the NAACP Ed Chair in 2014 and uses her platform to change the narrative surrounding literacy. –1. Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy 2. JFA Associates/The Institute study -The Impact of Ignoring Dyslexia and Reading Disabilities inthe Criminal Justice System: What We Know and Need to Know3. Prevalence of dyslexia among Texas prison inmates4. PEIMS Standard Reports | Texas Education Agency5. NAEP Nations Report Card - Interpreting NAEP Reading Results (ed.gov)Learning Ally: www.learningally.org 3 Dudes Design: https://3dudesdesign.com/Learning Ally Demohttps://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/Schedule-DemoTexas Education Association Partnershiphttps://learningally.org/Solutions.../school-grants/TexasSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Chaz Perez is a Servant-leader, traveler, TEDx speaker, and Founder of BrilliantChildren.org and today he speaks with Asher about growing up with dyslexia and woking with the youth.This show is sponsored in part by: Learning Ally: www.learningally.org 3 Dudes Design: https://3dudesdesign.com/Learning Ally Demohttps://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/Schedule-DemoTexas Education Association Partnershiphttps://learningally.org/Solutions.../school-grants/TexasSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Tom Bergeron is the co-founder of InventiveLabs, a career and business incubator focused on college-aged adults with dyslexia, ADHD, and ASD. The Lab runs a hands-on program helping individuals find their path forward by exploring career and school options, or maybe even starting their own business. Tom experienced many challenges in school, but by charting his own path he found success in business. He noticed the traits that hold some individuals back in school can actually be an advantage in the workplace. He is now committed to helping the next generation find their path forward and launch their careers. He believes it isn’t a race to the finish line, but a journey of learning and exploration to find a livelihood that offers fulfillment and success. FB: inventivelabsTwitter: inventivesriseInstagram: inventivelabsinventivelabs.orgThis show is sponsored in part by:Learning Ally: www.learningally.org3 Dudes Design: https://3dudesdesign.com/​Learning Ally Demo https://learningally.org/Solutions-fo...​Texas Education Association Partnership https://learningally.org/Solutions-fo...​Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia​)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

S3E1 Part 1 Married with Dyslexia. Join Amy and I as we hope this talk will be encouraging, insightful and funny as we navigate what it's like to be Married with Dyslexia!This show is sponsored in part by:Learning Ally: www.learningally.orgLearning Ally Demo https://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/Schedule-DemoTexas Education Association Partnership https://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/school-grants/Texas3 Dudes Design: https://3dudesdesign.com/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)Learning Ally Learning Ally is a proud sponsor of the Empower Dyslexia podcast.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Today’s we’ll be speaking with Terrie Noland: Supporting your student in a virtual environment - keeping students engaged in digital learning Terrie’s greatest strengths lie in the ability to motivate, inspire, and create enthusiasm in others to be passionate educators that support the diverse needs of students. Terrie serves as the Vice-President of Educator Initiatives for Learning Ally where she works to develop engagement programs, professional learning services and communities for educators. Her passion is working with educators to create dynamic classrooms and recognizing educators in their tremendous efforts. She has more than 25 years of experience as both a motivational leader and developer of content for educators and administrators. Terrie’s focus for the past six years has been on the pedagogical practices needed to create effective environments for struggling readers and students with dyslexia. She has the opportunity to lead and facilitate groups numbering in the thousands helping to build better understanding of working with struggling readers and students with dyslexia. Terrie is certified as an Academic Language Practitioner and is currently working towards a Ph.D. in Literacy, with an emphasis in Educational Leadership from St. John’s University.This show is sponsored in part by: Learning Ally: www.learningally.org Impact Dyslexia: www.Impactdyslexia.org 3 Dudes Design: https://3dudesdesign.com/Learning Ally Demohttps://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/Schedule-DemoTexas Education Association Partnershiphttps://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/school-grants/TexasSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

A discussion with award-winning educator and Author Hilderbrand Pelzer III and Asher Yearout, Host of Empower Dyslexia Student Edition. It is all about how to support students with learning challenges. What can we do to cut off the pipeline to prison.Hilderbrand Pelzer III is an award-winning educator with three decades of wide-ranging experience in the urban educational field. Having served in wide-ranging capacity as an assistant regional superintendent, a high school principal, an elementary school principal, an assistant principal, and a teacher, Pelzer is highly familiar with the interconnected pathway of educational problems and solutions from the classroom to the district level. As the author of Unlocking Potential: Organizing a School Inside a Prison, Pelzer has earned a national reputation for his achievements in expanding opportunities in highly challenging schools and educational environments. His enthusiasm for student achievement represents a career-long commitment that began as a first-year teacher at the Bensalem Youth Development Center, a state facility serving incarcerated male juveniles. Since then, his career has been distinguished by the intersection of education and incarceration. His passion for education and disadvantaged youth has equipped him to meet the needs of the most underserved students, demonstrated in his achievement of the Moral and Courageous Exemplar Urban Educational Leadership Award. Pelzer is also a writer, contributor, and speaker. He highlights issues in urban education, ranging from the challenges faced by schools to their solutions. Among his many notable accomplishments is the creation of an evidence-based school model for serious and high-risk youth offenders in Philadelphia’s correctional facilities. He is a TEDx speaker, and his captivating TEDx talk “What Incarcerated Youth Can Teach Teachers” addressed students’ reading difficulties and what incarcerated youth can do to bring the severity of their inadequate reading instruction to the attention of aspiring teachers before their first lesson. Pelzer’s perspective on education is defined by incarcerated youths’ experience with school failure and the belief that their insights can strengthen educators understanding of where to raise the bar in teaching. Twitter: @HP3Potential Instagram: @hilderbrandpelzer3You Tube channel: Hilderbrand Pelzer III Website: HilderbrandPelzer3.comThis show is sponsored in part by: Learning Ally: www.learningally.org Impact Dyslexia: www.Impactdyslexia.org 3 Dudes Design: https://3dudesdesign.com/ Learning Ally Demo https://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/Schedule-Demo Texas Education Association Partnership https://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/school-grants/TexasSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

S1:E2 Empower Dyslexia Student Edition Please join Asher speaks to Nancy Disterlic about what Dyslexia looks like in school from the eyes of a student.Nancy Disterlic graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Development and Dallas Baptist University with a Master of Arts in Teaching (Multisensory Instruction).She taught in Keller ISD for 12 years in both elementary and high school, as a classroom teacher, dyslexia therapist and special education teacher for students with autism. She is a Certified Academic Language Therapist, Licensed Dyslexia Therapist, and a member of the Academic Language Therapy Association. She is currently serving as the Region 10 Dyslexia Consultant, serving districts and students to develop the skills to become independent and confident. She offers a new perspective for teachers working with students with dyslexia.This show is sponsored in part by:Learning Ally: www.learningally.orgImpact Dyslexia: www.Impactdyslexia.org3 Dudes Design: https://3dudesdesign.com/Learning Ally Demohttps://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/Schedule-DemoTexas Education Association Partnershiphttps://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/school-grants/Texasyslexia Student EditionSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Show #1Welcome to Empower Dyslexia Student Edition. My name is Asher Yearout and I am the host of this show. This is a show 4 us, by us. Let's go!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Today’s we’ll be speaking with Rich Sanchez About Mr. Rich Sanchez:Entrepreneur, Investor, Speaker- Founder & CEO: Product Fit (Professional Services Training, Consulting, Internet Publishing & Broadcasting company) - Founder & Managing Partner: PFG Capital (Private Equity Investment Fund - Raising $100M to deploy on a portfolio of digital properties focused on education, health & wellness, finance and real estate industries to produce 25%+ ROI to investors by leveraging my network of corporate executives, investment fund managers, entrepreneurs, software engineers, digital marketers, creatives and high performing product managers) Global Speaker: Product School, Product-Led Alliance, Podcast Podcast | This show is sponsored in part by: Learning Ally: www.learningally.org Impact Dyslexia: www.Impactdyslexia.org 3 Dudes Design: https://3dudesdesign.com/ Learning Ally Demo https://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/Schedule-Demo Texas Education Association Partnership https://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/school-grants/TexasSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Returning guest Spencer J. Conley and Stephen speak about his book "Lead with L.O.V.E" Spencer Conley has walked that walk, as an athlete, coach, and leadership entrepreneur and now he s sharing his secrets. His new book, Lead with L.O.V.E., is a life-changing volume from a true motivator that will embrace and empower readers with a fresh willingness to learn ways to lead.http://spencerjconley.com/ This show is sponsored in part by: Learning Ally: www.learningally.org Impact Dyslexia: www.Impactdyslexia.org 3 Dudes Design: https://3dudesdesign.com/Learning Ally Demohttps://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/Schedule-DemoTexas Education Association Partnershiphttps://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/school-grants/TexasSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

| Today’s we’ll be speaking with George Miller My name is George Miller; I am a Child Advocacy Artist. I have devoted the past 20 years of my life to creating artwork that advocates for the education and well-being of children. All my artwork is hand drawn and hand painted. I am a self-taught artist. I have been commissioned to create works of art by numerous child advocacy organizations across the country. The Child Welfare League of America, The National Youth at Risk Association, The American Association of School Social Workers, The Federation of Families, The Utah Comprehensive Counseling Association, The Florida Coalition for Children and the Florida Network of Child Advocacy Centers to name a few. Almost every piece of artwork on this website has been commissioned by an agency or organization working in support of children. I love to create artwork that is meaningful and helpful. My artwork addresses issues such as literacy, dropout prevention, child abuse prevention, mental health and autism. I wish to inspire teachers, social workers, parents and grandparents, mentors and politicians. If a piece of my artwork encourages someone to share even one extra moment with a child that otherwise may have been overlooked, then my artwork has served its purpose. I hope that other artists around the country will be inspired to use their talents to help people. Positive visual images help us to become tolerant of other people and conditions we don’t quite understand. They provide a unique opportunity for us to see what could and often should be. Visual images inspire people into action and help us to remember what our hearts already know. Allow me to paint a picture for you of a world where artist of all mediums create works of art that address the issues that plague our society. Giant, bright and colorful murals adorn all our nation’s cities, encouraging unity and diversity. Our buildings are adorned in murals that salute our educators, doctors and nurses, police and firemen, social workers and psychologists. Schools and Universities are filled with art that inspires the spirit of learning. Statues around all major cities give hope to the homeless, raise the spirits of the poor and foster environments of love and peace. As an artist I feel I have the power to change the world! If you are an artist consider creating a work of art that helps lift the spirit of a child or encourages those who work tirelessly to advocate for our children. www.gemartstudio.com This show is sponsored in part by: Learning Ally: www.learningally.org Impact Dyslexia: www.Impactdyslexia.org 3 Dudes Design: https://3dudesdesign.com/ Learning Ally Demo https://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/Schedule-Demo Texas Education Association Partnership https://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/school-grants/Texas Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Today’s we’ll be speaking with Shawn Anthony Robinson Phd (Dr. Dyslexia Dude) About Shawn Anthony Robinson Phd : Shawn Anthony Robinson Ph.D. is a husband and father to Jeremiah and Ezekiel. Dr. Robinson serves on the Board of Directors with the International Dyslexia Association, Senior Research Associate in the Wisconsin's Equity and Inclusion Laboratory at the University of Wisconsin Madison, and an international and national educational consultant His research focuses on the intersection of race and dyslexia and has over 40 peer-reviewed publications, which has been widely disseminated. He is also the co-author of the graphic novel Doctor Dyslexia Dude. Dr. Robinson has received several distinguished honors throughout his early career such as: 2019 membership to the Diversity of Scholars Network (University of Michigan); the 2017 Alumni Achievement Award (New Trier High School Alumni Hall of Honor); the 2016 Outstanding Young Alumni Award (University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh); a 2015 fellow for the 8th Annual Asa G. Hilliard III and Barbara A. Sizemore Research Institute on African Americans and Education (American Educational Research Association); attendee at the 2013 Achievement Gap Institute (Vanderbilt University Peabody College of Education and Human Development); and 2005 Educator of the Year Award (All State Insurance, Chicago, IL). Facebook Shawn Anthony Robinson Twitter Shawn A. Robinson PhD (Dr. Dyslexia Dude) Linkedin Shawn Robinson Instagram Doctor Dyslexia Dude This show is sponsored in part by: Learning Ally: www.learningally.org Impact Dyslexia: www.Impactdyslexia.org 3 Dudes Design: https://3dudesdesign.com/ Learning Ally Demo https://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/Schedule-Demo Texas Education Association Partnership https://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/school-grants/TexasSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Today’s we’ll be speaking with Debbie Meyer A'lelia Bundles Community Scholar Decoding Dyslexia NYC Chapter Dyslexia Plus In Public Schools Task Force.Debbie Meyer is a founding member of the Dyslexia (Plus) in Public Schools Task Force, a small group of community leaders working to help students with dyslexia and related language-based disabilities thrive in their neighborhood schools. In 2018 she was named as an A'leila Bundles Community Scholar to look at the intersection of dyslexia and mass incarceration and the role of universities in changing the trajectory of struggling readers. Debbie’s lengthy professional career is in nonprofit management and fundraising. She lives in Central Harlem with her [dyslexic] husband and son. This show is sponsored in part by: Learning Ally: www.learningally.org Impact Dyslexia: www.Impactdyslexia.org 3 Dudes Design: https://3dudesdesign.com/ Learning Ally Demo https://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/Schedule-Demo Texas Education Association Partnership https://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/school-grants/TexasSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Please join us as we speak to Terrie Noland about Transformative Power of Access to Literature. · Building confidence with connected text · Decoding Level vs. Cognitive Level · The Power of Story · Connection, Relevance and Meaning Terrie’s greatest strengths lie in the ability to motivate, inspire, and create enthusiasm in others to be passionate educators that support the diverse needs of students. Terrie serves as the Vice-President of Educator Initiatives for Learning Ally where she works to develop engagement programs, professional learning services and communities for educators. Her passion is working with educators to create dynamic classrooms and recognizing educators in their tremendous efforts. She has more than 25 years of experience as both a motivational leader and developer of content for educators and administrators. Terrie’s focus for the past six years has been on the pedagogical practices needed to create effective environments for struggling readers and students with dyslexia. She has the opportunity to lead and facilitate groups numbering in the thousands helping to build better understanding of working with struggling readers and students with dyslexia. Terrie is certified as an Academic Language Practitioner and is currently working towards a Ph.D. in Literacy, with an emphasis in Educational Leadership from St. John’s University. This show is sponsored in part by: Learning Ally: www.learningally.org Impact Dyslexia: www.Impactdyslexia.org 3 Dudes Design: https://3dudesdesign.com/ Learning Ally Demo https://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/Schedule-Demo Texas Education Association Partnership https://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/school-grants/Texas Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Please join us as we speak to Angelita Hunter about Can the courts help stop the pipeline to prison? Angelita Hunter Lives in Van Alstyne, Texas. She currently works as a Court Supervisor. She is on the following commissions. TX Judicial Commission on Mental Health Collaborative Council Member SPARK for Autism Research Community Advisory Council Member North Chpt TX Court Clerk Association TX Municipal Court Education Center Educational Speaker Collin Co. Mental Health Symposium committee member Disabilities Right’s Advocate VA’s love for Autism founder &Texas Municipal Court Association COPAA, NCLD Angelita has not only be a community disability rights advocate, she is also a mother of children with disabilities. She actively educates and networks for systematic process changes. She continues to be a community leader to promote mental health, educate for community inclusion, and network for systematic change. This show is sponsored in part by: Learning Ally: www.learningally.org Impact Dyslexia: www.Impactdyslexia.org 3 Dudes Design: https://3dudesdesign.com/ Learning Ally Demo https://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/Schedule-Demo Texas Education Association Partnership https://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/school-grants/TexasSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Today’s we’ll be speaking with Lisa Flores about the unseen consequences with remote learning. Lisa Flores started her advocacy work, like so many parents, as an advocate for her own child. She is a graduate of Texas Partners in Policymaking class of 2018. She is currently serving on the HB3 Special Education Funding Allotment Committee. She is a self- taught legislative advocate and was an avid volunteer with many disability organizations, before starting to work as an advocacy specialist for Easter Seals. As a Latina, her area of interest is helping Spanish speakers learn to advocate as well as special education. Her dedication to advocacy is born from a simple commitment to advocate at any and every opportunity. In her free time, she sews for hairless cats and is an avid Star Wars fanatic. This show is sponsored in part by: Learning Ally: www.learningally.org Impact Dyslexia: www.Impactdyslexia.org 3 Dudes Design: https://3dudesdesign.com/ Learning Ally Demo https://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/Schedule-Demo Texas Education Association Partnership https://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/school-grants/TexasSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Today’s we’ll be speaking with Terrie Noland about the importance of teaching Reading Skills Phonemes and Phonemic Awareness.Terrie’s greatest strengths lie in the ability to motivate, inspire, and create enthusiasm in others to be passionate educators that support the diverse needs of students. Terrie serves as the Vice-President of Educator Initiatives for Learning Ally where she works to develop engagement programs, professional learning services and communities for educators. Her passion is working with educators to create dynamic classrooms and recognizing educators in their tremendous efforts. She has more than 25 years of experience as both a motivational leader and developer of content for educators and administrators. Terrie’s focus for the past six years has been on the pedagogical practices needed to create effective environments for struggling readers and students with dyslexia. She has the opportunity to lead and facilitate groups numbering in the thousands helping to build better understanding of working with struggling readers and students with dyslexia. Terrie is certified as an Academic Language Practitioner and is currently working towards a Ph.D. in Literacy, with an emphasis in Educational Leadership from St. John’s University.This show is sponsored in part by: Learning Ally: www.learningally.org Impact Dyslexia: www.Impactdyslexia.org 3 Dudes Design: https://3dudesdesign.com/Learning Ally Demohttps://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/Schedule-DemoTexas Education Association Partnershiphttps://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/school-grants/Texas Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

| Today’s we’ll be speaking with Dr. Kelli Sandman-Hurley about the adult side of Dyslexia. Kelli Sandman-Hurley, Ed.D. is an author and co-founder of the Dyslexia Training Institute. She received her doctorate in literacy with a specialization in reading and dyslexia from San Diego State University and the University of San Diego. She is also completing her TESOL certification. Dr. Kelli is a certified special education advocate assisting parents and children through the Individual Education Plan (IEP) and 504 Plan process. She has training in mediation and also serves as an expert witness in the area of dyslexia. Dr. Kelli is trained in Structured Word Inquiry, the Orton-Gillingham approach, Lindamood-Bell, RAVE-O and Read Naturally. Dr. Kelli is a Past-President of the San Diego Branch of the International Dyslexia Association. She is a dyslexia consultant working with schools to improve services offered to students with dyslexia and training teachers. She co-created and produced “Dyslexia for a Day: A Simulation of Dyslexia,” and she is a frequent speaker at conferences. She is the author of the well-received book, Dyslexia Advocate! How to Advocate for a Child with Dyslexia within the Public Education System. This show is sponsored in part by: Learning Ally: www.learningally.org Impact Dyslexia: www.Impactdyslexia.org 3 Dudes Design: https://3dudesdesign.com/ Learning Ally Demo https://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/Schedule-Demo Texas Education Association Partnership https://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/school-grants/TexasSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Today’s we’ll be speaking with Terrie Noland: Please join us as we speak to Terrie Noland about audiobooks and how to use them in today’s learning environment. Terrie’s greatest strengths lie in the ability to motivate, inspire, and create enthusiasm in others to be passionate educators that support the diverse needs of students. Terrie serves as the Vice-President of Educator Initiatives for Learning Ally where she works to develop engagement programs, professional learning services and communities for educators. Her passion is working with educators to create dynamic classrooms and recognizing educators in their tremendous efforts. She has more than 25 years of experience as both a motivational leader and developer of content for educators and administrators. Terrie’s focus for the past six years has been on the pedagogical practices needed to create effective environments for struggling readers and students with dyslexia. She has the opportunity to lead and facilitate groups numbering in the thousands helping to build better understanding of working with struggling readers and students with dyslexia. Terrie is certified as an Academic Language Practitioner and is currently working towards a Ph.D. in Literacy, with an emphasis in Educational Leadership from St. John’s University. This show is sponsored in part by: Learning Ally: www.learningally.org Impact Dyslexia: www.Impactdyslexia.org 3 Dudes Design: https://3dudesdesign.com/ Learning Ally Demo https://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/Schedule-Demo Texas Education Association Partnership https://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/school-grants/TexasSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Today’s we’ll be speaking with Christy Elms: Mrs. Elms has been an educator for 30 years. She began her career as a special education teacher working with students having learning and behavioral difficulties. After spending the majority of her career as a gen ED teacher, she has been teaching dyslexia therapy for 2 yrs. Self-advocacy: speaking-up for yourself is so important for our children. Teaching them how to ask for what they need to be successful and knowing their rights which is afforded by the protection under IDEA and ADA This show is sponsored in part by: Learning Ally: www.learningally.org Impact Dyslexia: www.Impactdyslexia.org 3 Dudes Design: https://3dudesdesign.com/ Learning Ally Demo https://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/Schedule-Demo Texas Education Association Partnership https://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/school-grants/TeSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Today’s we’ll be speaking with Tim Conway PhD Many parents are asking how do we know that the dyslexia program my child is receiving really works. Join us as Dr. Tim Conway explains what is needed in a program and how to prove it works. This show is sponsored in part by: Learning Ally: www.learningally.org Impact Dyslexia: www.Impactdyslexia.org 3 Dudes Design: https://3dudesdesign.com/ Learning Ally Demo https://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/Schedule-Demo Texas Education Association Partnership https://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/school-grants/Texas Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Today’s we’ll be speaking with Lois Letchford About Lois Letchford Lois Letchford’s dyslexia came to light at the age of 39, when she faced teaching her seven-year-old non-reading son, Nicholas. Examining her reading failure caused her to adapt and change lessons for her son. The results were dramatic. Lois qualified as a reading specialist to use her non-traditional background, multi-continental experience and passion to assist other failing students. Her teaching and learning have equipped her with a unique skill set and perspective. As a teacher, she considers herself a “literacy problem-solver.” Reversed: A Memoir is her first book. In this story, she details her dyslexia and the journey of her son’s dramatic failure in first grade. She tells of the twist and turns that promoted her passion and her son’s dramatic academic turn-a-round. This show is sponsored in part by: Learning Ally: www.learningally.org Impact Dyslexia: www.Impactdyslexia.org 3 Dudes Design: https://3dudesdesign.com/ Learning Ally Demo https://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/Schedule-Demo Texas Education Association Partnership https://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/school-grants/TexasSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Today’s we’ll be speaking with Lisa FloresAbout Lisa FloresLisa Flores started her advocacy work, like so many parents, as an advocate for her ownchild. She is a graduate of Texas Partners in Policymaking class of 2018. She is currentlyserving on the HB3 Special Education Funding Allotment Committee. She is a self- taught legislative advocate and was an avid volunteer with many disability organizations, before starting to work as an advocacy specialist for Easter Seals. As a Latina, her area of interest is helping Spanish speakers learn to advocate as well as special education. Her dedication to advocacy is born from a simple commitment to advocate at any and every opportunity. In her free time, she sews for hairless cats and is an avid Star Wars fanatic. This show is sponsored in part by:Learning Ally: www.learningally.orgImpact Dyslexia: www.Impactdyslexia.org3 Dudes Design: https://3dudesdesign.com/Learning Ally Demohttps://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/Schedule-DemoTexas Education Association Partnershiphttps://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/school-grants/TexasSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Today’s we’ll be speaking with Hilderbrand Pelzer III about Unlocking Potential (Cutting Off the Pipeline to Prison)About Hilderbrand Pelzer III: Hilderbrand Pelzer III is an award-winning educator with three decades of wide-ranging experience in the urban educational field. Having served in wide-ranging capacity as an assistant regional superintendent, a high school principal, an elementary school principal, an assistant principal, and a teacher, Pelzer is highly familiar with the interconnected pathway of educational problems and solutions from the classroom to the district level. As the author of Unlocking Potential: Organizing a School Inside a Prison, Pelzer has earned a national reputation for his achievements in expanding opportunities in highly challenging schools and educational environments. His enthusiasm for student achievement represents a career-long commitment that began as a first-year teacher at the Bensalem Youth Development Center, a state facility serving incarcerated male juveniles. Since then, his career has been distinguished by the intersection of education and incarceration. His passion for education and disadvantaged youth has equipped him to meet the needs of the most underserved students, demonstrated in his achievement of the Moral and Courageous Exemplar Urban Educational Leadership Award. Pelzer is also a writer, contributor, and speaker. He highlights issues in urban education, ranging from the challenges faced by schools to their solutions. Among his many notable accomplishments is the creation of an evidence-based school model for serious and high-risk youth offenders in Philadelphia’s correctional facilities. He is a TEDx speaker, and his captivating TEDx talk “What Incarcerated Youth Can Teach Teachers” addressed students’ reading difficulties and what incarcerated youth can do to bring the severity of their inadequate reading instruction to the attention of aspiring teachers before their first lesson. Pelzer’s perspective on education is defined by incarcerated youths’ experience with school failure and the belief that their insights can strengthen educators understanding of where to raise the bar in teaching. Twitter: @HP3Potential Instagram: @hilderbrandpelzer3 YouTube channel: Hilderbrand Pelzer III Website: HilderbrandPelzer3.comThis show is sponsored in part by: Learning Ally: www.learningally.org Impact Dyslexia: www.Impactdyslexia.org 3 Dudes Design: https://3dudesdesign.com/ Learning Ally Demo https://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/Schedule-Demo Texas Education Association Partnership https://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/school-grants/TexasSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Join Empower Dyslexia as we speak with Deputy Sheriff David Agata. He currently works as a SRO for an elementary school in Florida and has just finished his master's degree. Deputy Sheriff Agata is also Dyslexic and won the Presidential award for American military university for his project.This show is sponsored in part by: Learning Ally: www.learningally.org Impact Dyslexia: www.Impactdyslexia.org 3 Dudes Design: https://3dudesdesign.com/Learning Ally Demohttps://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/Schedule-DemoTexas Education Association Partnershiphttps://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/school-grants/TexasSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Quick Tips with Keya Saleh Thank you to our special guest Keya Saleh, LSSP, NCSP from Region 10. Keya is going to give us some tips on working with our ADHD kids when homeschooling.This show is sponsored in part by: Learning Ally: www.learningally.org Impact Dyslexia: www.Impactdyslexia.org 3 Dudes Design: https://3dudesdesign.com/ Learning Ally Demo https://learningally.org/…/Schedule-Demo Texas Education Association Partnership https://learningally.org/…/school…/TexasSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Today’s we’ll be speaking to an amazing person about his advocacy and his personal journey with Dyslexia. Today’s very special guest is Jake Sussman “Every human-being has the power to be great regardless of the way they learn. Our job is to help them bring it out.” -Jake Sussman, Chief Empowerment Officer Jake Sussman. the voice of viral video, ‘The Forgotten Child” is a mission driven advocate dedicated to ensuring the evolution of today’s modern-day educational system. Having overcome early childhood isolation and abandonment from the failed school system as a result of his learning differences, Jake now facilitates conversations across the US offering communication strategies to support the unique and powerful potential of the LD community. In addition to his work in the public eye, Jake has built a fully comprehensive mentorship program designed to help neurodiverse kids around the world lay the foundation to self-confidence to then form a generation of master self-advocates. A passionate young leader and entrepreneur, Jake Sussman tactfully builds bridges between parents, teachers, policymakers and students in an effort to empower the next generation of human kind. Facebook: @JakeSussman Linkedin: Jacob Sussman Instagram: @JakeSussmanLive YouTube: @JakeSussmanLive www.superpowerconsulting.com This show is sponsored in part by: Learning Ally: www.learningally.org Impact Dyslexia: www.Impactdyslexia.org 3 Dudes Design: https://3dudesdesign.com/ Learning Ally Demo https://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/Schedule-Demo Texas Education Association Partnership https://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/school-grants/Texas Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Today’s we’ll be speaking with Dr. Conway we are honored to have you back on the show. Comprehension, Attention & Executive Function - the what, why & how. Attention: ·Precedes cognition ·sensorimotor components/foundation ·auditory vs visual ·wholistic approach to attention management MEMORY/COMPREHENSION: ·Paivio's Dual-Coding Theory ·Visual vs Verbal memory EXECUTIVE FUNCTION: reasoning, problem-solving, planning, organizing, cause & effect impacted by ·Attention ·Memory/Working Memory ·Language This show is sponsored in part by: Learning Ally: www.learningally.org Impact Dyslexia: www.Impactdyslexia.org 3 Dudes Design: https://3dudesdesign.com/ Learning Ally Demo https://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/Schedule-Demo Texas Education Association Partnership https://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/school-grants/TexasSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Today we’ll be speaking with Nancy Rodriguez.She grew up in a working class family in the Hell's Kitchen neighborhood of New York City. Her parents, who came to New York from Puerto Rico, understood the value of education and made sure she received a good one. She attended her neighborhood school, then Fordham University, where she graduated with a Bachelor's in Psychology, and finally Hunter College CUNY for a Master's of Social Work. She has spent hundreds of hours helping dozens of families navigate DISD's Special Education and disability services system and has attended countless ARD and 504 conferences. She has addressed the DISD Board and lobbied its members on multiple occasions, advocating for policies that protect kids at school and ensure that every child receives a free appropriate public education. She understands, first-hand, what is actually happening in our schoolsFacebook: Nancy Rodriguez for DISD TrusteeThis show is sponsored in part by:Learning Ally: www.learningally.orgImpact Dyslexia: www.Impactdyslexia.org3 Dudes Design: https://3dudesdesign.com/Learning Ally Demohttps://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/Schedule-DemoTexas Education Association PartnershipSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Today’s we’ll be speaking to an amazing person about his advocacy and his personal journey with Dyslexia. Today’s very special guest is Eric McGehearty he is CEO of a top- performing digital marketing agency, Co-founder spokesman for StandUp LD Advocate for people with learning differences. He is also dyslexic. Eric McGehearty founded Globe Runner in 2009, over the last 10 years under Eric’s leadership the company has become one of the most prominent digital agencies in Dallas and was recognized by INC5000 as one of the fastest growing companies in the country. Eric also hosts the show “The Curious Entrepreneur” with season 1 now available on Amazon Prime Video. Eric cut his teeth in e-commerce, SEO and PPC in his first company, BabySafeTravel.com, which he co-founded with his wife Heather. In addition to his business ventures, Eric is also an award-winning sculptor whose work has been exhibited in galleries and museums across the United States. He believes that being an artist helps him to envision creative solutions and is one of the major reasons he’s been a successful entrepreneur. Eric volunteers his time to work with and advocate for people with learning differences. A dyslexic himself he is committed to improving education for those of us that learn differently. In 2016, Eric and Heather founded StandUpLD, a non-profit support network for parents and educators seeking educational resources to support and inspire childrenwith learning differences.Though McGehearty has achieved success in many fields, the role he cherishes most is that of a husband to his wife Heather and a father to their four children. @standUpLD FB @standUpLD Twitter www.standupld.org https://globerunner.com/ @GloberRunner_ Twitter @GlobeRunnerAgency FB @globe-runner-seo LinkedinThis show is sponsored in part by:Learning Ally:

At five years old Jared Blank was diagnosed with Dyslexia and Sensory Processing Disorder, and with the support of my incredible family and community, He beat the odds. He graduated from USC and then went on to earn two Masters degrees. He kept this part of his life secret for a very long time, afraid that the stigma of a Learning Challenge would alter how people saw him and the opportunities that he'd have. Now, he is sharing his story with the worldwww.jaredsblank.comhttps://dyslexiaida.org/product/running-the-distance-hardcover-limited-edition/ This show is sponsored in part by:Learning Ally: www.learningally.orgImpact Dyslexia: www.Impactdyslexia.org3 Dudes Design: https://3dudesdesign.com/Author Dan Gutman Talk: February 27th at 1:00 EST p.m.Learning Ally is psyched to bring you an amazing author event! Come hear Dan Gutman, author of the My Weird School series, which has more than 60 books in this series, and has sold more than twenty-five million copies! Dan’s talk, “There’s Nothing Weird about Reading,” will be a hit with students of all ages! This event is on February 27th at 1:00 EST p.m. Register at www.learningally.org/greatreadinggamesLearning Ally Demohttps://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/Schedule-DemoTexas Education Association Partnershiphttps://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/school-grants/TexasSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Join us today as Stephen Yearout interviews his parents, we are going to talk about what impact Dyslexia can have on the family.I know just the title is going to make some people upset, but I just ask that you stay with me through this. Preparing for this show was very hard, it brings back so many painful memories not only for me, but for my parents.Someone told me once that when interviewing adult dyslexics, she expected to see old scars, but what she found was still very fresh wounds. I would have to agree!This show is sponsored in part by: #Learning Ally www.learningally.org Author Dan Gutman Talk: February 27thLearning Ally is psyched to bring you an amazing author event! Come hear Dan Gutman, author of the My Weird School series, which has more than 60 books in this series, and has sold more than twenty-five million copies! Dan’s talk, “There’s Nothing Weird about Reading,” will be a hit with students of all ages! This event is on February 27th at 1:00 EST p.m. Register at www.learningally.org/greatreadinggamesLearning Ally Demohttps://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/Schedule-DemoTexas Education Association Partnershiphttps://learningally.org/Solutions-for-School/school-grants/TexasVolunteering Opportunities:Your Voice Can Change a Child’s Life: Read the books you love, while helping children with a reading disability like dyslexia and those who are blind and visually impaired succeed in school and beyond. To volunteer visit: LearningAlly.org/volunteer or call 800-221-4792Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Season 2 Episode 1May 9, 2019 Show #18 Stephen challenged Dr. Tim Conway and the NOW! Program."I want to throw a challenge out there to Dr. Conway. I've never been re-mediated. I still have problems spelling, reading, you know, putting thoughts on paper, those types of things. So I challenge you to put me through your program and I'll report and see exactly what it does and tell the people that are out here exactly what I'm getting out of it."Today we are going to see what Stephen has experienced.About Dr Tim Conway:BIOGRAPHYHelping Children, Teens, College age, Adults or Older Adults with either developmental oracquired disorders: Dr. Conway is trained in lifespan clinical neuropsychology with a specialty in The Morris Center's (TMC) 30+ years of a robust, evidence-based, Trans-disciplinary Team approach to assessment & treatment. The TMC team can include Neuropsych, Speech, OT, Developmental/Behavioral Peds, Rec Therapy, School Psych, Clinical Psych, Psychiatry & Education. TMC services are Trans-disciplinary Team assessment to effectively plan & provide team treatment for the language, sensory, motor, attention, behavior, executive function/cognitive & academic deficits found in many disorders, eg, Dyslexia, Specific Learning Disorder in Reading or Writing or Arithmetic, Phonological Alexia, Sensory Processing Disorder, ADHD, Autism, Language Disorders, Dyspraxia, CP, NF1 & Neuro-developmental Disorders. Also, in EdTech, Dr. Conway’s unique expertise & “evidence-based with large gains” programs from the “Neuro-development of Words - NOW! company” stem from being trans-disciplinary trained & peer-review research published in the areas of fMRI/neuroimaging, post-stroke neuro-rehabilitation, Dyslexia early intervention, Dyslexia remediation and randomized controlled clinical trials (RCT). Beginning with his training with the late Patricia Conway Lindamood and Charles Lindamood in the 1980’s and his collaboration with The Morris Center (TMC) since 1989, the TMC clinic’s first Neurodevelopmental Disorders publication was in 1991 Annals of Dyslexia & became pilot data for 10yrs of NIH funded RCT’s with Torgesen group, Dr Conway & TMC. Dr Conway & TMC’s program of research on Dyslexia & Neurodevelopmental Disorders has been active for over 25 years. Combining 30+ years of TMC clinical practice, peer-reviewed & Randomized Controlled Trials research lead to four NOW! Company programs being exclusively provided by TMC clinics (USA & Caribbean), online NOW! Company’s eTutoring, The Einstein School for dyslexia & other schools, adult literacy/basic education training programs, & prisons’ educational services. Dr. Conway trained in both neuordevelopmental disorders and brain injury acquired disorders for a lifespan neurorehabilitation approach to the application of his & colleague's research on providing highly effective, evidence-based treatments. Dr. Conway trains & guides teams of professionals in medical clinics, schools, university student services or adult education programs, prisons’ schools & other settings. Within these settings, he has successfully developed early intervention, remediation and neurorehabilitation programs for children, teenagers, adults and older adults (2.5 years old through 84 years old). Dr Conway consults on treatment and forensic cases, lectures at professional conferences and provides contractual, high-fidelity training and evidence-based treatments and research-based treatments throughout the USA, West Indies, Canada, UK, EU, Latin America. Globally, Dr Conway’s EdTech “Neurodevelopment of Words - NOW!” company's provides online, evidence-based & research-based.tutoring services www.NOWprograms.netSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Paul Voelker was appointed to serve as Mayor of the City Council in May 2015, was elected as Mayor in May 2017 and reelected in 2019 has served on the City Council since 2013. As part of his council duties, Voelker serves as the official community representative for economic development and activities organized through the Mayor’s Office of International Business Development. The office is operated by the Chamber of Commerce through the Richardson Economic Development Partnership with the City of Richardson.If you would like to help those affected by the tornadoes we ask that you call 972-744-0900 or you can visit the this website www.thenetwork.org to donate money to families who have lost everything.#empowerdyslexia #richardsontx #workingtogether #ThursdayThoughtsSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

David A. Kilpatrick, PhD is a professor of psychology for the State University of New York College at Cortland. He is a New York State certified school psychologist with 28 years experience in schools. He has been teaching courses in learning disabilities and educational psychology since 1994. David is a reading researcher and the author of two books on reading, Essentials of Assessing, Preventing, and Overcoming Reading Difficulties, and Equipped for Reading Success, and is a co-editor of a third, Reading Development and Difficulties: Bridging the Gap Between Research and Practice. This podcast was sponsored in part by Pediatric Associates of Dallas.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Today we take a look at what is being taught in our colleges to our new teachers. Teacher training and the science of teaching reading.Our special guest is: Emily O. Dean, PhD, LDT, CALTDirector, Houston-Lantrip Center for Literacy and LearningHardin Simmons University.Facebook: @hardin.simmons.universityTwitter: @HSUTX #HSULife Web: https://www.hsutx.edu/Instagram: @hsutxhttps://www.youtube.com/user/HardinSimmonsLinks to research articles -https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/m/pubmed/19542350/https://www.semanticscholar.org/paper/Do-textbooks-used-in-university-reading-education-Joshi-Binks/3bc62d59bddd060d292e0d2b7f9b0c15bcd35bf3Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Please join us as we speak to Decoding Dyslexia in 3 different states. New Jersey, Nebraska, Texas.We want to hear what is going on to support our dyslexic students in your state.Liz Barnes NJClarice Jackson NERobbi Copper TxSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Dr. Gina Forchelli is a Licensed Child Psychologist and Nationally Certified School Psychologist at the Learning and Emotional Assessment Program (LEAP) within the Department of Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, MA. She is the Co-Director of Postdoctoral Training at LEAP and an Instructor at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Forchelli received a dual B.A.in psychology and music at Muhlenberg College in Allentown, PA. She completed her M.Ed. in School Psychology at Teachers College-Columbia University in New York, NY. Before returning to complete her Ph.D., she worked as a school psychology intern within the White Plains School District in NY. Her Ph.D. was completed at Temple University in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Forchelli specializes in pediatric neuropsychological, psychological, and educational assessment of children and adolescents with learning, emotional, and behavioral concerns. She works closely with children with Dyslexia and other Specific Learning Disorders, AD/HD, Developmental Trauma/PTSD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Depression, and Anxiety. She has completed training across multiple settings including an outpatient trauma-based clinic, residential therapeutic school, public school, and post-secondary/college settings. Her research, professional, and clinical interests aim to facilitate understanding across providers on the management and appropriate intervention needed for children/adolescents with highly complex cognitive, academic, and social-emotional needs. Dr. Forchelli’s most recent publications focus on children with learning disabilities, executive functions, processing speed and the interplay with psychological health. Her work has been presented at meetings for the American Psychological Association and National Association of School Psychologists.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Adrianne Meldrum is the founder and owner of Math for Middles, an online math tutoring center focused on serving students with the gifts of dyslexia, ADHD, and autism. She’s a certified teacher and has been tutoring students since 2006. She received multisensory math training from Marilyn Zecher and is close to achieving trainer status. Adrianne is married with three boys. She lives in Boise, Idaho where she enjoys the outdoors. Currently she’s a graduate student at Bridges Academy working towards a Masters of Cognitive Diversity in Education.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

We’ve gotten a lot of requests to find out what does an FIE (Full Individual Evaluation) entail.In the studio today: Dr. Heather Stephens. •Since 2001, Dr. Heather Stephens has conducted over 1000 individual educational evaluations through her company, Academic Evaluation & Diagnosis. Since developing her independent practice, Dr. Stephens has consulted with hundreds of different school districts and private schools, colleges, and universities. She frequently works in consultation with other specialists and has provided professional development training for numerous organizations and private schools. •Dr. Stephens has over twenty years of experience in the field of education. Dr. Stephens earned a Master of Teaching in Special Education from the Curry School of Education at the University of Virginia. She holds an additional Masters in Psychology and a Doctorate of Education in Supervision, Curriculum, and Instruction-Elementary Education with an interdisciplinary minor in Reading from Texas A&M University-Commerce. She has recently completed a specialty program in school neuropsychology. She previously taught general and special education in the Dallas Independent School District and served as a Master Reading Teacher and Dyslexia Coordinator. She taught graduate courses in assessment and consultation in the Reading Research Institute at Southern Methodist University. Dr. Stephens is a board-registered member of the Texas Professional Educational Diagnosticians and previously served on the National Certification of Educational Diagnosticians Board of Directors. •Dr. Stephens has specialized training from the McGuffey Reading Clinic at the University of Virginia and the Institute for Clinical Services at Texas Woman’s University. She has received much ongoing professional development including the Highland Park Multi-Sensory Approach to Language Arts, the Shelton Sequential English Education (SEE) program, and Scottish Rite Hospital’s Dyslexia Identification Intervention program. She is certified in Texas in a variety of areas including being an All-Level Reading Specialist (PK-12), Master Reading Teacher (EC-12) and teacher of English as a Second Language (EC-12). Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Today we speak with Emily Hanford.Emily Hanford is a senior correspondent and producer for APM Reports, the documentary and investigative journalism group at American Public Media. She’s been covering education for more than a decade. Her work has appeared on NPR and in The New York Times, Washington Monthly, Los Angeles Times, PBS NewsHour and other publications. Her audio documentary and article “Hard Words: Why aren’t kids being taught to read?” won a 2018 public service award from the Education Writers Association. She is based in the Washington, D.C area. https://www.apmreports.org/documentariesHere are a few pieces she has written about reading:Op-Ed in the New York Times Why Are We Still Teaching Reading the Wrong Way?:https://www.nytimes.com/2018/10/26/opinion/sunday/phonics-teaching-reading-wrong-way.htmlFollow up to Hard Words on APM Reports website What to do if your child's school isn't teaching reading right?:https://www.apmreports.org/story/2018/10/08/what-to-do-if-your-childs-school-isnt-teaching-reading-rightStory for Morning Edition, NPR Why Millions Of Kids Can't Read And What Better Teaching Can Do About It:https://www.npr.org/2019/01/02/677722959/why-millions-of-kids-cant-read-and-what-better-teaching-can-do-about-itThis podcast was sponsored in part by Pediatric Associates of DallasSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Today’s show topic is about dyslexia, obviously, but today our guest shares a story that we hear so often. The story of love and dedication from parents who would do anything to make sure that their children have the proper support to be successful. A story that gets to see the history over decades in special education and reading remediation. The vast personal experience and firsthand knowledge of how the Lindamood reading intervention was developed.This podcast was sponsored in part by Pediatric Associates of DallasSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Rachel and Stephen recap their trip to Washington, D.C.and they also speak to the founder of Mom’s 4 FAPE Marilyn Muller.Marilyn Muller - Massachusetts Marilyn is the mother of Lauryn, a bright 12 year old dyslexic. When her daughter struggledto acquire reading and writing skills in kindergarten, Marilyn decided that Lauryn’sexperience would not mirror that of her half-brother Jake, and so advocating for heracademic & emotional well-being became Marilyn’s 2nd full-time job. Lauryn attended local public school grades K-3, and just completed 5th grade at The Carroll School after being unilaterally placed there by her parents. Marilyn is committed to spreading awareness and facilitating positive change through her tireless advocacy efforts.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Virginia Spencer is the Principal of Lumen Advocacy LLC, a Special Education and parent Advocate with experience in Kansas, Illinois and Texas. She represents students in 19 school districts and 3 regions and is familiar with the challenges of securing appropriate school services under the IDEA. She has a background in parent training for ARD meetings, negotiating curriculum differentiation and non-attorney representation at dispute resolution. Additionally, she provides presentations to groups or organizations-such as the IDAAustin as well in-service training to private related service providers and is a certified NAMI presenter for the Parents and Teachers as Allies programThis podcast was sponsored in part by Pediatric Associates of DallasSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Show #31 ADHD with Dr. Chris Dreiling, MD, FAAPDr. Dreiling sought out a liberal arts education as an undergraduate, as he knew he would be focusing on science in medical school. Within the Plan II major at UT-Austin, he had study concentrations in biomedical ethics and film history. Dr. Dreiling decided on pediatrics as his held during his third year medical school rotation and has not regretted it for a single moment. Dr. Dreiling has been happily married for 17 years to his wife, Rachel, who is a pediatric nurse practitioner, actress, and awesome mom. He has been blessed with two healthy and energetic children who keep them quite busy. Outside of the office, he continues to engage and study film and music and enjoy traveling with his family. He has played piano since he was six years old, and always tries to find time to practice!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Two high school students from a small town in Texas beganworking on a school project about Dyslexia. They soon began tofeel an overwhelming passion about Dyslexia because one of theparticipants Lily was diagnosed at a young age. To expandknowledge about Dyslexia and the issues that many students facethey decided to start the 1-in-5 necklace campaign. 1-in-5 peoplesuffer from Dyslexia.Lily just graduated from Midlothian Heritage High School. During her senior year she joined FCCLA and decided to do a STAR EVENT with her best friend, Genesis. After, throwing around many ideas they chose Dyslexia as their topic to compete in the advocacy category. As the project went on more and more opportunities presented themselves. Lily will be attending Tyler Junior College in the fall under General Studies for her first year. She also just got a job working for American Dance and Drill Team.Genesis is a senior in High School. Last year I was president of FCCLA and decided to a STAR event project with Lily. We took our passion and determination and put it all into our Advocacy Project titled Decoding Dyslexia. This project brought home first at regionals and state. We also had the opportunity to participate in the National FCCLA conference. After a week in Anaheim California we were honored to receive a Gold medal and the highest score within our event in the Nation. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Join Empower Dyslexia as we speak with Amber Carter Jones about her journey in parent advocacy.Amber's real job is as an historic preservation consultant working throughout the state of Arkansas. She is a specialist in Federal and State Historic Tax Credits and listing properties to the National Register. Amber's three daughters are all affected by dyslexia, however, it was her youngest child, Rory, age 16 now, who struggled the most and could not figure out reading or spelling at all, the way her school was teaching it. The typical struggles with getting this child the appropriate educational services led Amber to become a passionate dyslexia advocate for other students and families affected by dyslexia. She is a founding member of the Arkansas Dyslexia Support Group which provides free advocacy services to parents of students with Dyslexia. The group has been effective at the state legislature with the passage of two dyslexia laws and four literacy laws passed concerning the Science of Reading for all K-12 students Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Today we had the honor to speak with Speaker of the Texas House Dennis Bonnen. We speak about all of the new laws passed this year and his own struggles with dyslexia.Speaker of the Texas House Dennis Bonnen (District 25) The Honorable Dennis Bonnen was unanimously elected Speaker of the Texas House of Representatives on January 8, 2019. Speaker Bonnen has served in the Texas House of Representatives for over 20 years, representing southern Brazoria County and the entirety of Matagorda County. Prior to his election as Speaker, Bonnen served as Speaker Pro Tempore beginning in 2013. He has previously served as Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, as a member of the House Culture, Recreation & amp; Tourism Committee, Chairman of the Sunset Advisory Committee and the House Special Purpose Districts Committee, Vice Chairman of the Joint Committee of Oversight of Higher Education Governance, Excellence and Transparency; and as a member of the Natural Resources Committee. Speaker Bonnen resides with his wife, Kim, and their two sons in Lake Jackson, Texas. In addition to his legislative duties, he is the CEO and Chairman of the Board of Heritage Bank.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Joining us in the studio today is Jennie Wegner and Michael Vitullo, who are currently attending college and happen to have learning differences/disabilities.Michael Vitullo graduated as a top 10 student in the Class of 2016 from The Shelton School of Dallas. He is currently a student at Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas and is majoring in Psychology with a minor in Spanish. He has studied abroad for a semester in Buenos Aires, Argentina. At Southwestern, he serves on the Honor Code Council and is an elected official in the Kappa Alpha Order Fraternity. He was diagnosed with ADHD and Dyslexia in the 2nd Grade and later diagnosed with Dysgraphia in the 4th Grade. He is spending this summer as an intern at a law firm in Dallas and plans to pursue law school following college graduation.Jennie is a sophomore college student at Abilene Christian University majoring in special education elementary. She was diagnosed with dyslexia at age 5 and struggled with school ever since. She danced her whole life and taught dance to kids to distract her from everything going on at school. Her parents pulled her out of school to homeschooled from 8th-12th grade and is only reason why she decided to go to college. Having a disability she wants to be able to teach kids that have similar problems like she does. In the summer she enjoys volunteer at a special eduction clinic in Dallas. During her first year of college she has made the deans list twice, in a learning disability program, and is on the first ever dance team at ACU.This podcast was sponsored in part by Pediatric Associates of DallasSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)

Please welcome back Penny Stack, OTD, OTR/L, CLT Today we speak about Understanding the WHY of Dyslexia.Penny has over 30 years of experience as an occupational therapist that include working with children who have special learning needs. Penny is also a mother of a child with dyslexia who has success in overcoming the real world difficulties living with dyslexia. Out of her own child’s needs, Penny founded Dyslexia Center of Tulsa serving Oklahoma since 2011. Nationally recognized as an expert in the team approach for the treatment of dyslexia, Penny is a professional speaker for PESI. Penny is certified in Handwriting Without Tears, received her Doctorate Degree in Occupational Therapy from Loma Linda University and Master’s in Occupational Therapy at Samuel Merritt College Penny has dedicated her research to dyslexia and its impact on occupation: The lived experience. Penny is a member of the Oklahoma Occupational Therapy Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association.https://dyslexiatulsa.compenny@dyslexiatulsa.comCall (918) 313-5518Facebook@DCTulsaTwitter@dyslexiatulsaLinkedinPenny Stack OTD OTR CLTInstagramdyslexia_tulsaThis podcast was sponsored in part by Pediatric Associates of DallasSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Empowerdyslexia)