View this... then tell me...
when will with the US education system follow suit?
I work at the University of West Georgia. I've had more than one "expert" here tell my that Dyslexia does not really exist. I've had representatives from the public school systems tell me the same thing. Have they really not seen the recent brain research? Or are they avoiding the issue because addressing it would be costly?
How costly is it for the US educational system, then, to bury their head in the sand and continue on the same disastrous path?!
Friday, May 9, 2008
What's Next? Davis Dyslexia Program, Orton-Gillingham, Counseling
Though Coleman's recent reevals show huge progress, as the curriculum gets more challenging and time passes, we'll have to stay on top of the issues and continue to practice strategies to cope and improve.
Though released from the SPLA therapist, she recommended an Occupational Therapist eval for visual perception issues. I still want us all (the family) to get some counseling, to continue to help improve understanding and lingering self-esteem issues. And we're also considering trying an Orton-Gillingham program, to help with Coleman's continued weakness in decoding.
One thing is for sure - we will definitely do more Davis Program work this summer!
Though released from the SPLA therapist, she recommended an Occupational Therapist eval for visual perception issues. I still want us all (the family) to get some counseling, to continue to help improve understanding and lingering self-esteem issues. And we're also considering trying an Orton-Gillingham program, to help with Coleman's continued weakness in decoding.
One thing is for sure - we will definitely do more Davis Program work this summer!
Thursday, May 8, 2008
Re-Eval Shows Real Progress; Davis Dyslexia or SPLA Therapy?
Coleman just completed an annual reevaluation at his Speech/Language Therapist's office. The progress that has been made in one year is amazing! He's maintained As and Bs in his accelerated private school; he can read and do homework independently (and correctly) for the most part; and most importantly, much of the anxiety and worry has gone away. His Grays test results show that he is now on grade level or above on all aspects except decoding and word attack. In some areas he's 2-3 grade levels above.
On the way home from the results meeting, I explained that he would not need to go back to SPLA therapy any longer. He said... "I don't know why I ever went in the first place. The only thing that ever really helped was Scott!" (Scott being is Davis Dyslexia program guide).
I don't know that I agree with Coleman's perspective 100%... I saw real progress with his rapid naming and writing skills during the sessions with the SPLA therapist (Linda Lane at Scottish Rite in Ga). She also taught Coleman to work past the frustration and keep going without giving up/breaking down; and to have fun while learning. She was also open-minded to the Davis Program and supportive of our efforts. We are very thankful for everything she has done for us, both providing professional help and personal support!
I do know, though, that nothing else made such an immediate significant difference than did the week he spent in the Davis program. I will be forever grateful to the Davis program and Scott. I wish EVERY child struggling could have this experience. I wish it was covered by insurance or part of today's public school services.
If someone asked me which one was better - the Davis program or SPLA therapy - I would not be able to choose. They have both been instrumental in Coleman's progress and if I had to do it all over again, I'd do it the same way.
On the way home from the results meeting, I explained that he would not need to go back to SPLA therapy any longer. He said... "I don't know why I ever went in the first place. The only thing that ever really helped was Scott!" (Scott being is Davis Dyslexia program guide).
I don't know that I agree with Coleman's perspective 100%... I saw real progress with his rapid naming and writing skills during the sessions with the SPLA therapist (Linda Lane at Scottish Rite in Ga). She also taught Coleman to work past the frustration and keep going without giving up/breaking down; and to have fun while learning. She was also open-minded to the Davis Program and supportive of our efforts. We are very thankful for everything she has done for us, both providing professional help and personal support!
I do know, though, that nothing else made such an immediate significant difference than did the week he spent in the Davis program. I will be forever grateful to the Davis program and Scott. I wish EVERY child struggling could have this experience. I wish it was covered by insurance or part of today's public school services.
If someone asked me which one was better - the Davis program or SPLA therapy - I would not be able to choose. They have both been instrumental in Coleman's progress and if I had to do it all over again, I'd do it the same way.
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