Resources for students

  Academic Tools

• Nessy Learning: Offers engaging, game-based programs like Nessy Reading & Spelling and Dyslexia Quest to enhance reading and spelling skills.
   
• All About Spelling: A step-by-step spelling program based on the Orton-Gillingham approach, designed specifically for dyslexic learners.
   
• Mind Mapping Techniques: Visual note-taking strategies that help break down concepts and plan assignments, reducing the reading and writing load.
   

• The Dyslexia Classroom: Provides strategies to support the social-emotional needs of dyslexic students, focusing on building self-confidence.
   
• Understood.org: Offers resources to help children understand their learning differences, fostering self-awareness and resilience. 

  Academic Tools

• Learning Ally: An audiobook service with human-read narration that syncs with text, aiding comprehension and reducing reading fatigue.
  
• Lexia Learning: Offers structured literacy programs that adapt to individual student needs, promoting reading development.
   
• Assistive Technology Apps: Tools like Voice Dream Reader and Co:Writer support reading and writing tasks, enhancing academic performance.
   

• The Dyslexia Classroom: Continues to offer resources tailored to the evolving needs of middle school students, focusing on self-advocacy and confidence.
   
• Understood.org: Provides age-appropriate content to help adolescents navigate the challenges of dyslexia during middle school years.
   

• Explore1in5.org: A student-driven community platform where teens can share experiences and connect with peers facing similar challenges. 

Academic Support

• Learning Ally: Access novels, textbooks, and study guides via audiobooks to keep up with content-heavy classes.
   
• Assistive Tech: Tools like Grammarly, Microsoft Immersive Reader, and Equatio support reading, writing, and math.
   
• Accommodations: Find guidance on IEPs, 504 plans, and test supports like extended time.
   

• The Dyslexia Classroom: Offers tools for high schoolers to understand their learning needs and advocate effectively.
   
• Understood.org: Provides teen-focused resources for navigating school, confidence, and post-high school planning.
   

• Learning Ally Scholarships: 🧑🏻 Scholarships celebrate the achievements of high schoolers with dyslexia.