Understanding Dyslexia

This session provides an overview of dyslexia, including its characteristics and how it impacts learning. Participants will explore practical classroom strategies to support all students and discuss the implications of Michigan's legislation for schools. Instructional coaches, literacy leaders, and principals will gain insights to guide effective literacy practices and schoolwide support.

This professional learning series invites elementary principals to strengthen their leadership impact by building a shared, research-aligned understanding of dyslexia. Using the MDE Dyslexia Handbook as a guide, and grounded in K-12 Literacy and Dyslexia Law, the science of reading, and MTSS, the series focuses on instructional practices and collaborative approaches that support equitable, effective literacy instruction and long-term success for all learners. 

This two-session professional learning series invites educators and literacy coaches to strengthen their leadership impact by building a shared, research-aligned understanding of dyslexia. Using the MDE Dyslexia Handbook as a guide, and grounded in K-12 Literacy and Dyslexia Law, the science of reading, and MTSS, the series focuses on instructional practices and collaborative approaches that support equitable, effective literacy instruction and long-term success for all learners.

The purpose of the Dyslexia Shorts series is to build a shared understanding of Michigan PA 146, strengthen the connection between structured literacy and classroom instruction, and support schools in developing coherent systems for effective implementation. The series helps educators and leaders understand the law’s implications, recognize what structured literacy looks like in practice, and apply practical strategies to implement PA 146 with fidelity across schools..

1. Understanding the Requirements of PA 146

2. SOR and Structured Literacy in Action

3. Exploring Dyslexia Characteristics