PSJA Learning Support/504/Dyslexia

On November 7th and 8th, two cohorts comprised of PSJA dyslexia interventionists from accross the district attended training for Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling. Dr. Polly Trevino provided teachers with extensive knowledge in the latest research in the science of reading. Our teachers learned about the relationship between language and literacy, typical oral language development, what the brain does when it reads, and several scientific models for reading and word recognition while participating in activities and collaborating with peers.

On November 14, PSJA Dyslexia Interventionists attended a training on the Lexia® PowerUp Literacy® program for grades 6-12. PowerUp is a teacher-guided computer program that is founded on the science of reading. When implemented with fidelity, it enables students to demonstrate 2-3 of growth in a single academic year.

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The Learning Support/504/Dyslexia Department would like to bid a fond farewell to Ms. Myra Garcia as she embarks on a new adventure in the PSJA Purchasing Department. Congratulations on your new job! Our team will not be the same without you. We Wish you all the best!

List of ingredients:

1. One excellent bunch of teachers
2. A supportive group of administrators
3. One bunch of students
4. Clear goals
5. Clear objectives
6. Empathy
7. Support
8. Motivation
9. Determination
10. Growth mindset

Instructions:

1. Add a generous dollop of growth mindset to your bunch of administrators.
2. Add a generous dollop of growth mindset to your bunch of teachers.
3. Add a generous dollop of growth mindset to your bunch of students.
4. Gather your administrators and have them spread support for their teachers.
5. Gather your teachers and gently envelop your students with empathy, support, and motivation.
6. Mix in clear goals and objectives for your lessons.
7. Watch carefully as the students begin showing a keen determination to succeed.
   
8. Be patient and know that what you are doing is worth it.

The Learning Support/504/Dyslexia Department is thankful to all of the administrators and teachers that make a difference in the lives of our students. Have a safe and restful Thanksgiving Holiday!

Email: debra.salinas@psjaisd.us
Website: https://www.psjaisd.us/domain/2308
Location: 903 North Flag Street, Pharr, TX, USA
Phone: 956-354-2043