MDE's Dyslexia Guidance (Family Partnership and Literacy)

Parents and caregivers are invited to join us as we put our heads together around the MDE Dyslexia Guidance. Leave with an understanding of big ideas, resources, and action steps.

Agenda

  1. Introductions, Reflections, Myths and Facts
  2. Big Ideas, Context, Activities, and Timelines
  3. Michigan Department of Education (MDE) Dyslexia Handbook
  4. Questions and Answers, Wrap-Up, and Evaluation

Outcomes

  • Make connections to learning to read, myths and facts, and beliefs
  • Understand definitions, key terminology, and characteristics
  • Articulate knowledge with a partner
  • Become familiar with resources and supports
  • Reflect on own role in developing relationships, celebrating strengths, bidirectional communication, lifting barriers, and next steps