New York’s Legislative Leap: Mandating Insurance Coverage for Dyslexia Interventions Russ LoydJanuary 5, 202502K views New York State has enacted legislation mandating insurance coverage for dyslexia screenings and interventions, addressing financial barriers for families. This landmark initiative promotes early detection, support, and embraces neurodiversity in education. Read more
Study Questions Effectiveness of Working Memory Training for Dyslexia in Improving Literacy Skills Russ LoydNovember 1, 202401.1K views https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0891422224001975?dgcid=rss_sd_all Abstract Background Poor decoding and spelling (literacy) skills have been associated with weak working memory. Aims. The aim of this study was to… Read more
Pine-Richland (Pittsburgh) student advocates on behalf of peers with dyslexia Russ LoydOctober 31, 20240528 views Think back to the ups and downs of your early years in school. Then consider how the experience must have been for students like… Read more
Oklahoma Senator Advocates for Certified Academic Language Therapists to Support Dyslexic Learners Russ LoydOctober 10, 20240359 views Oklahoma Senator Carri Hicks advocates for a CALT program to support dyslexic students through specialized, evidence-based literacy interventions in schools. Read more
First-of-Its-Kind Dyslexia and Reading Report Unveiled in Nebraska: A Game Changer for Education Russ LoydOctober 4, 202401.2K views A groundbreaking report on dyslexia and reading, recently unveiled by the Nebraska Department of Education, is setting new standards for addressing reading difficulties in… Read more
Dyslexia in Schools | Raphaëla Delattre & Anna Black | TEDx Youth International School of Luxembourg Russ LoydOctober 3, 20240534 views Two students advocate for neurodiversity awareness, emphasizing support for individuals with dyslexia and promoting inclusivity for future generations despite prevalent misconceptions. Read more
Provident Charter School parent creates powerful YouTube platform to help other parents Russ LoydSeptember 16, 202401.7K views One of our wonderful and engaged Provident Charter School parents, Ekaterina Konovalova, was feature in an article titled “Trust Me, Mom: McCandless Mother Provides… Read more
Unlocking Educational Opportunities: Scholarships for Students With Dyslexia and Learning Disabilities Russ LoydSeptember 13, 20240506 views The U.S. News article discusses scholarships for students with dyslexia and learning disabilities, highlighting financial aid options to support higher education. Read more
RESEARCH – Revealing the Causes of Dyslexia through a Differential Diagnosis, a Short-Term Effective Treatment and an Appropriate Conceptual Framework Russ LoydSeptember 6, 20240475 views The article by Reinhard Werth discusses the complex nature of dyslexia diagnosis, emphasizing the need for precise methods to differentiate its causes. Read more
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part B: Key Statutory and Regulatory Provisions Russ LoydAugust 30, 202401K views The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) authorizes grant programs for special education services, ensuring educational and procedural guarantees for children with disabilities and their families. Read more