Dyslexia Program

“Dyslexia is a specific learning disability that is neurological in origin. It is characterized by difficulties with accurate and/or fluent word recognition and by poor spelling and decoding abilities. These difficulties typically result from a deficit in the phonological components of language that is often unexpected in relation to other cognitive abilities and the provision of effective classroom instruction. Secondary consequences may include problems in reading comprehension and reduce reading experience that can impede growth of vocabulary and background knowledge.”

St. Matthew students showing possible signs of dyslexia in the classroom, will be screened and, with parent permission, may also be tested for dyslexia.

If testing reveals tendencies of dyslexia, possible accommodations will be discussed with parents and teachers.

Students with dyslexia have the opportunity to participate in small group classes using an intensive, explicit, and cumulative program for remediation of reading and writing skills.The Reading by Design: An Individualized Literacy Intervention program is a systematic, multisensory approach aligned with research-based practices for developing literacy. This program addresses phonological awareness, sound-symbol association, six syllable types, written spelling patterns, morphology, syntax, reading fluency, and comprehension.

Remediation Program

The resource Remediation Program consist of students from grades kindergarten through 3^rd grade. The program is designed for students who are struggling in Reading and Math and require some extra assistance for success. Supplemental material is used from curriculum and books being used by grade level teachers. Sometimes students also need help with accommodations for tests, assignments or homework. Students in the program will be re-evaluated every 9 weeks and after NWEA Map Growth assessment in reading and math to check progress. A students may be dismissed from these classes if he/she is meeting expectations. Students always have the opportunity to return to the resource class as needed.