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DYSLEXIA PROGRAM

Characteristics of Dyslexia
The characteristics of this disorder vary from person to person. Any of the following may be present in a given individual.

  • Problems in learning the alphabet
  • Difficulty in learning to read
  • Difficulty with reading comprehension
  • Difficulty with sequencing
  • Reversals of letters and/or numbers after 8 - 9
  • Strong listening skills
  • Strong oral expression
  • Weakness in written expression
  • "Gets by" in elementary school, then "falls apart in middle school"
  • "Grade level" reading ability is not commensurate with intelligence

Additional Indicators

  • Delay in spoken language
  • Late in establishing handedness
  • difficulties in learning "right" and "left"
  • Problems with concepts of time
  • Family history of similar problems

How does Tyler ISD serve the needs of Dyslexic students?

Dyslexic students in the Tyler Independent School District are served in one of three ways depending on the severity of their dyslexia. Some are served in the regular classroom with a few modifications. A few are served in Special Education. The majority are served through the MTA (Multisensory Teaching Approach) or Esperanza Dyslexia Programs. These are pull-out, regular education programs which last for an average of three academic years.

A decision will be made by the educators involved with the child in cooperation with parents to provide the most suitable situation for each child.

If you believe that your child may be dyslexic, please contact your child's campus. Ask for the Dyslexia Designee.

International Dyslexia Association
Dallas Branch of the International Dyslexia Association
Attention Deficit Disorder Association
The Charles Schwab Foundation

Dyslexia Parent Presentation (PowerPoint)

Dyslexia Forms
(Link only available inside TISD network)

Multisensory News

Contact Information:

 

1319 New Sunnybrook Tyler, Texas 75701 903.262.1000

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