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Families and Schools as Partners

Families and schools can be partners in supporting students with dyslexia.

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Social Emotional Impacts of Dyslexia

Dyslexia may take a toll on a student’s self-esteem, may impact his or her relationships, and at times, may manifest in behavioral challenges. There are supports that can help these students continue to be confident and successful.

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Twice Exceptional (2e) Learners and Dyslexia

Some students who have been identified as 2e are gifted students with dyslexia.

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Special Education Services for Students with Dyslexia

In FCPS, students with dyslexia usually receive special education services under the category of Specific Learning Disability. Students must meet all criteria to be found eligible for special education services and if eligible, services and supports are addressed through an Individualized Education…

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Self-Advocacy and Voice for Students with Dyslexia

Students with dyslexia are empowered when the adults in their lives involve them in exploring what dyslexia means to them, advocating for the supports that help the most, and celebrating effort, progress and strengths.

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Accommodations for Students with Dyslexia

Students with dyslexia often have the cognitive capacity to learn grade level content, but their reading and writing difficulties get in the way. There are some accommodations often recommended for students with dyslexia.

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Core Instruction for Students with Dyslexia

In FCPS, high-quality core instruction is paramount. Students with dyslexia benefit tremendously from having access to both a strong structured literacy core program as well as evidence-based interventions to address their specific areas of need.