Contact:
Dr. Amanda Mendietta - Director of Special Education
email: amanda.mendietta@aliceisd.net 361-664-0981 ext:1044
What is Dyslexia? “Dyslexia is a specific learning disability that is neurobiological in origin. It is characterized by difficulties with accurate and/or fluent word recognition and by poor spelling and decoding abilities. These difficulties typically result from a deficit in the phonological component of language that is often unexpected in relation to other cognitive abilities and the provision of effective classroom instruction. Secondary consequences may include problems in reading comprehension and reduced reading experience that can impede growth of vocabulary and background knowledge.” Adopted by the IDA Board of Directors, Nov. 12, 2002. Many state education codes, including New Jersey, Ohio and Utah, have adopted this definition. Learn more about how consensus was reached on this definition: Definition Consensus Project.
What do I do if I suspect my child has dyslexia? Review the common characteristics. If you suspect your child has dyslexia, contact your campus principal, the special education department, or the 504 department to request a meeting and possible evaluation.
The Texas Dyslexia Handbook Texas has special guidance regarding the identification and treatment of dyslexia and related disorders via the Texas Dyslexia Handbook
You can view the current version of the Handbook in English by clicking here chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://tea.texas.gov/academics/special-student-populations/special-education/texas-dyslexia-handbook.pdf and you can view it in Spanish by clicking here
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Dyslexia and Related Disorders: Information for Parents
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Resources International Dyslexia Association The International Dyslexia Association is a national nonprofit dedicated to helping individuals with dyslexia, their families, and the communities that support them. Visit their site to connect with a local branch near you, find IDA-member providers in your area, and learn more about dyslexia. Click Link: https://dyslexiaida.org/
The Yale Center for Dyslexia and Creativity Yale University’s Center for Dyslexia and Creativity seeks to illuminate the strengths of those with dyslexia, disseminate information, practical advice, and the latest innovations from scientific research, and transform the lives of children and adults with dyslexia. Visit their site to learn more about their cutting edge research and get concrete tips for parents, educators, and individuals with dyslexia. Click Link: http://www.dyslexia.yale.edu/
Dyslexia on KidsHealth and Dyslexia on TeensHealth: For families or educators looking for age-appropriate materials on dyslexia. These articles offer the basics of dyslexia, tailored for the reading and developmental level of kids and teens. Click Link: https://kidshealth.org/en/kids/dyslexia.html
Parent Center Network-Parent Center Listing For parents of K-12 students with dyslexia. This site will help you to locate your nearest Parent Training and Information Center. PTIs are funded by the federal government and offer parents assistance in navigating special education and their child’s rights under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.
Bookshare: Bookshare is an accessible online library for people with dyslexia and other disabilities. Over 160,000 titles are available, and membership is free for students with disabilities. Click Link: https://www.bookshare.org/cms/ Learning Ally: Learning Ally, formerly known as Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic, offers more than 75,000 digitally recorded audiobooks (including both textbooks and literary titles). Click Here: https://learningally.org/