Dyslexia Support
ESCEO Dyslexia Team Facilitation
February 1, 2024
The dyslexia team at the ESCEO is available to help plan and facilitate the "Introduction to Dyslexia Course, Grades K-3" within districts. Facilitation allows teachers to engage in relevant activities and discussions for each of the 11 modules.
If interested in scheduling the dyslexia team to facilitate in your district or if you have any questions, please contact one of the following members of the dyslexia team:
Katie Rabel | k.rabel@esceasternohio.org
Carrie Sammartino | c.sammartino@esceasternohio.org
Cameron Townsend | c.townsend@esceasternohio.org
Corrie Nelson | c.nelson@esceasternohio.org
Dyslexia K-3 Modules
This slide presentation outlines various options for school districts looking to utilize the ODE Dyslexia Modules with a facilitator.
Contains commonly asked questions and ODE responses. This document will be updated by the Ohio Department of Education.
Accessing-the-Dyslexia-Course.pdfDyslexia Modules Released
November 7, 2022
The Dyslexia course is now available through the Learning Management System (LMS). To access the modules, log into your OH|ID portal and select the LMS app. Follow the directions using the resource from ODE.
The Department is pleased to announce Ohio’s Dyslexia Guidebook is available. As required by Ohio law, Ohio’s Dyslexia Guidebook contains best practices and methods for universal screening, intervention and remediation for children with dyslexia or children displaying dyslexic characteristics and tendencies. Districts and schools should use the guidebook to access critical information for successful implementation of Ohio's dyslexia support laws.
The Department will develop additional resources and guidance to support schools and districts. The FAQ page will be updated as needed.
For questions about Ohio’s Dyslexia Guidebook or Ohio’s dyslexia support laws, please contact Dyslexia@education.ohio.gov.
Dyslexia Communication Tools for Schools
February 13, 2023
Sample communication tools and guidance for schools related to Ohio’s Dyslexia Laws. These resources are aligned with Ohio’s Dyslexia Guidebook for schools, and can be copied/adapted for local use.
Click here to access Dyslexia Communication Tools for Schools
Tier 1 Dyslexia Screening Recording
Dyslexia Screening Recording from ODE
LM Clinton, from ODE, discusses the guidebook, support laws and screening requirements. Additionally, LM Clinton discusses the overlap between the TGRG and Dyslexia screening requirements. Conference recordings and presentation materials were released in October 2022
ESCEO Dyslexia Supports.pdfHighlight of the upcoming requirements as it relates to the Dyslexia Support Laws. The T&L team has included specific information regarding the support that will be provided to our member districts.
Approved Tier 1 Screeners
Assessments approved as Combination K-3 Diagnostic Screener and Universal Dyslexia Screener | Click HERE
The following table contains federal funding guidance for districts and schools to implement Ohio’s Dyslexia Support Laws. Information about allowable ESSER and ARP funds can be found on the Department’s Supporting Local Literacy Efforts with ESSER and ARP Funds webpage. For general questions about Ohio’s Dyslexia Support Laws, please contact Dyslexia@education.ohio.gov.
T&L Dyslexia Contacts:
Katie Rabel | k.rabel@esceasternohio.org
Carrie Sammartino | c.sammartino@esceasternohio.org
Corrie Nelson | c.nelson@esceasternohio.org
Cameron Townsend | c.townsend@esceasternohio.org