by adminfespedtn | Jul 28, 2021 | Elementary Special Ed
In July, Alison Gauld, the Low Incidence and Autism Coordinator for the TN Department of Education, joined us to talk about the new Teaching All Students (TAS) Grant that will be implemented at the high school level this coming school year. To view/download a copy of...
by adminfespedtn | Jul 8, 2021 | Dyslexia, Elementary Special Ed
“Say Dyslexia” law (T.C.A. § 49-1-229) is a law that requires school districts to implement a screening process for identifying characteristics of dyslexia. You may have received a letter from your child’s school identifying that your child has reading difficulties...
by adminfespedtn | Jul 8, 2021 | Dyslexia, Elementary Special Ed
In 2016, the Tennessee legislature passed a law that is also referred to as the “Say Dyslexia” law. The law requires schools to screen for characteristics of Dyslexia through Response to Intervention (RTI) and to provide “Dyslexia-specific intervention” for those...
by adminfespedtn | Jul 8, 2021 | Dyslexia, Elementary Special Ed
If a student is expected to have dyslexia, you may wonder what steps should be taken to ensure an appropriate education. The student may have some characteristics of dyslexia and be receiving intervention during the school day. A student may have been tested for...
by adminfespedtn | Jul 7, 2021 | Elementary Special Ed, Teacher Resources
We are sure your brain has been running with creativity to make this year the best yet. Research indicates when families are involved in their students’ education outcomes are improved both academically and within the home and community. As you’re planning your...
