This workshop is designed to help educators understand the signs of dyslexia and the challenges students face when living with this learning disability. It emphasizes the impact dyslexia can have on a child’s school experience, including increased stress that may lead to depression or anxiety. Through the use of video clips and case studies, participants gain insight into how dyslexia affects learning and what supports are most effective. The workshop also explores key modifications and accommodations that promote student success and confidence in the classroom.

• Lack of teacher awareness about the early signs and characteristics of dyslexia.
  
  
• Student stress, frustration, and potential mental health concerns stemming from dyslexia-related challenges.
  
  
• Inconsistent use of accommodations and modifications that could support equitable access to learning.
  
  
• Limited teacher strategies for supporting students with dyslexia across content areas.

1. Recognizing and Understanding Dyslexia
   Participants will learn how to identify signs of dyslexia early and understand its academic and emotional impact on students.
   
   
2. Applying Effective Supports
   Educators will gain strategies for implementing modifications and accommodations that directly address dyslexia-related challenges in learning.
   
   
3. Supporting Student Success and Well-Being
   Teachers will explore how to foster resilience and confidence in students with dyslexia by combining academic supports with an understanding of emotional needs.