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Q. What is
Dyslexia?
A. Dyslexia is the name for a
specific perceptual motor disorder. It is a dysfunction of the
perceptual processes of the brain causing the individual to
perceive visual images and sounds differently. At times it
makes the dyslexic unable to distinguish between various word
sounds and letters. These dysfunctions could be likened to
color blindness or tone deafness. Many dyslexics are
hyperactive and distractible, and poorly coordinated. Many
students who have other learning differences exhibit dyslexic
tendencies.
Q. What is the dePaul
School’s difference in teaching students with
dyslexia?
A. Our teaching
methods include:
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Small group instruction, a multi-sensory
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Orton-Gillingham based approach to
teaching
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Intensely structured concentration on reading,
writing, spelling and math
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Skilled teachers who foster academic, organizational,
and social success
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Gives children the tools to achieve their own
success
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Re-focuses, not lowers, expectations of
students
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Praise given for effort, not just outcome
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Acknowledgement of small steps toward goals
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Respect for all students
Q. Do you accept the McKay
Scholarship?
A. Yes, and for
more information on the McKay Scholarship you can go
to their web-site www.floridaschoolchoice.org or
call them at 1-800-447-1636.
Q. What are the ages of children
that attend depaul School?
A. The ages of
our students are between 7-14yr. of age.
Q. Where can I find
more information on dyslexia?
A. The
International Dyslexia Association is a wonderful resource,
its web site is www.interdys.org for any other
questions you may have.
Q. How do I
get my child enrolled into The dePaul School?
A. The process for
enrollment has several phases. After speaking with the
school, if it is determined that your child is a candidate for
our program, an admission screening will be scheduled.
This screening takes approximately three hours. An
application for testing must be completed and returned to the
school along with the testing fee prior to the
screening/evaluation session. The second step is to
determine which program is most appropriate; full time school
or our Saturday Tutorial program. Your child is then
welcome to “shadow” in the classroom, spending a day attending
classes at dePaul. Parents are welcome to observe as
well. A final determination on your child’s eligibility
will be made by The dePaul School after the Shadow Day.
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Statistics
Current studies suggest that 15-20% of the population has a
reading disability.
Of those, 85% has dyslexia.
Dyslexia occurs in people of all backgrounds and
intellectual levels.
For more information, please click here: www.interdys.org |
