About Me

Early years 

When I was younger, I struggled with understanding why I couldn't pick up spelling like other kids, or even understand what I was reading. In general, it took me a lot longer to complete ELA tasks. When I started getting help from my parents and teachers, I noticed improvement in myself, in other words, hope, that I could get to the level I strived to reach. During this time, I not only saw weaknesses but I figured out my tools that helped me, such as digital notetaking and talking out loud about a storyline. I also saw my creative side come out, whether it was drawing, crafting, or creating. The strengths I have might have seemed hard to someone else, reminding me we all struggle and succeed in our own ways.

Present Time 

I still face struggles, but I can enter each challenge with a more positive and confident mindset. I have strengthened my writing skills to now comfortably write a paper/essay. However, one of the greatest lessons I've had to learn and still need reminding of is that it's ok to ask for help. It doesn't mean you are incapable or weak, but actually it shows great character and courage. I highly recommend always asking for help or guidance. Also, I still dislike reading, and it can be hard to pick up a book and even harder to finish, but the more I do it, the better I can comprehend, write, or spell. Dyslexia is a part of you, but it does not define you.

 Feel free to email me and share your story and/or your perspective. Or complete the Google form found in the appropriate section!  zoggkai27@gmail.com 

THIS CAN BE FROM ANY PERSPECTIVE: PARENT, TEACHER, or student :)

Anonymous: "My perspective is that dyslexia is very different from person to person. Parents need to understand their child’s weaknesses and advocate for them. Schools often will say that the child is doing great and they don’t need services anymore, but dyslexia does not go away. It seems like a child with dyslexia almost needs to fail in order to get services. "

Anonymous: Everyone achieves success in different ways. You don't have to go to a private school or have the best resources. Anyone can help you as long as the teacher is by your side, meaning they want you to be successful. It's important that teachers are friendly and are open to personalizing students' learning abilities. "I firmly believe in the power of YET". Another thing to help with success is that students are strong advocates for themselves.

Anonymous: "Dyslexia is not a choice. What we do with the accompanying vulnerability is a choice. Never stop advocating for your child and encourage self-advocacy from an early age. "

Anonymous: "dyslexia is very different from person to person. Parents need to understand their child’s weaknesses and advocate for them. Schools often will say that the child is doing great and they don’t need services anymore, but dyslexia does not go away. It seems like a child with dyslexia almost needs to fail in order to get services."

Anonymous: "My best piece of advice as a parent of a child with dyslexia is to find a tutor who connects with your child and specializes in Orton Gillngham (or Wilson, multisensory literacy program).  If your child feels heard and validated in their learning, they will thrive.  There is nothing better than a tutor that can give your child the tools to soar and feel confident."

Anonymous: "As a parent of a child with dyslexia, I encourage you to take one step at a time, as it can be overwhelming at first. Advocate for your child at school and teach them how to advocate for themselves, making sure they get the support and accommodations they need. Most importantly, remind your child that dyslexia doesn’t mean they can’t do something; it just means their brain processes things a little differently. Their strengths and talents are just as important as their challenges."