Get Ahead of the Game: Preparing for Next School Year with Dyslexia

Want improved communication and organization for educational support? I'll be sharing the solution so that you can achieve that result.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Streamline your end-of-year tasks with our dyslexia checklist.

• Maximize your child's support with our tips for updating their IEP for the new school year.

• Empower yourself with our comprehensive toolkit for parents of dyslexic students.

• Equip teachers with the knowledge and tools to support students with learning disabilities.

• Simplify your life by organizing educational resources for your dyslexic child.

Get ahead of it. You don't know who right now needs to listen to this because they're coming up on that time, that month where it's like, why am I so crazy this month? - Juliet Hahn

Streamline end-of-year tasks
At the end of the school year, it is crucial for parents of dyslexic children to streamline tasks by creating a checklist of what has worked and what needs improvement. This proactive approach ensures a smooth transition into the next academic year. By being organized and prepared, parents can alleviate stress and ensure their child's educational needs are met.

The resources mentioned in this episode are:

• Check out the website for a checklist under the resources tab that provides a toolkit for identifying dyslexia and learning disabilities in your family members. This toolkit includes valuable resources and checklists to help you navigate the process.

• Consider organizing a folder or binder with all the information and resources related to your child's learning disability, including emails, printed materials, and any relevant documents. This will help you stay organized and prepared for meetings with teachers and school staff.

• Communicate openly with your child's teachers about their specific learning disability, providing them with information and insights to help them better understand and support your child's needs. This can include sharing specific details about your child's condition and discussing what has worked and what needs to be adjusted.

• Prepare for the end of the school year by gathering and reviewing all the information related to your child's learning disability, making note of what has worked and what needs to be updated. This will help you stay ahead of the curve and ensure a smoother transition into the next school year.

• Share the Word Blindness podcast with others who may benefit from the valuable insights and tools provided in the episodes. The podcast offers practical advice and real-life experiences to help parents navigate the challenges

• Check out the website for a checklist under the resources tab that provides a toolkit for identifying dyslexia and learning disabilities in your family members. This toolkit includes valuable resources and checklists to help you navigate the process.

• Consider organizing a folder or binder with all the information and resources related to your child's learning disability, including emails, printed materials, and any relevant documents. This will help you stay organized and prepared for meetings with teachers and school staff.

• Communicate openly with your child's teachers about their specific learning disability, providing them with information and insights to help them better understand and support your child's needs. This can include sharing specific details about your child's condition and discussing what has worked and what needs to be adjusted.

• Prepare for the end of the school year by gathering and reviewing all the information related to your child's learning disability, making note of what has worked and what needs to be updated. This will help you stay ahead of the curve and ensure a smoother transition into the next school year.

• Share the Word Blindness podcast with others who may benefit from the valuable insights and tools provided in the episodes. The podcast offers practical advice and real-life experiences to help parents navigate the challenges