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Family Guide to Dyslexia: Elementary Schools

Turn to your child’s school for support so that together, you can develop a plan to address and monitor your child’s needs.

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Family Guide to Dyslexia: Secondary Schools

Some level of anxiety, depression, or frustration in and out of school is not unusual for young adults, however
students with dyslexia may demonstrate unexpected social and emotional challenges that stem from reading and writing difficulties. Turn to your child’s school for support. Together, you…

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Continuum of Assessments for Reading Difficulties

One of the most common questions families have is how to get their child help when they suspect dyslexia or any other learning disorder. Assessments in FCPS start in the classroom and may include a referral to the Local Screening Committee. While these assessments do not diagnose dyslexia, they can…

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Dyslexia Handbook

Guidance to FCPS schools and families alike as they identify and provide services to 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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Responsive Instruction for Students with Dyslexia

Responsive Instruction helps schools recognize the characteristics of dyslexia and can be utilized to service the needs of student with dyslexia who do not require special education services.

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Dyslexia Resources

Includes Regional Points of Contact, Family Guides, Books, and Websites