October is Dyslexia Awareness Month. Dyslexia affects brain areas that process language, leading to difficulty identifying speech sounds and learning how they relate to letters and words. Individuals with dyslexia struggle with spelling, word recognition, and phonemic and phonological awareness. Poor word decoding skills can also lead to impaired reading comprehension.
These difficulties have no connection to overall intelligence and are pretty common. According to the Yale Center for Dyslexia & Creativity, dyslexia affects 20% of the population and represents 80-90% of all diagnosed learning disabilities. Early assessment, identification, and intervention are not just important, they are empowering. When students with dyslexia are identified early and receive intervention, their reading difficulties can be effectively managed, preventing them from continuing into adulthood.
Lawrence School provides a comprehensive lower school program and an upper school program serving students in grades 7-12, which features specialized and personalized attention, organizational strategies and aids, mutual accountability, encouraged self-advocacy, and an engaged faculty of learners. Lawrence is widely considered among the best schools in the United States for students with dyslexia and language-based learning differences.
Courtney Williams, Lawrence School Director of Enrollment Management, shared, “As both a counselor and a parent, I can confidently say Lawrence is the school of choice for students who learn differently. Our expert faculty is fully committed to our mission, continuous professional development, and putting kids first. And because of this, time and time again, our students reach their academic goals and gain the skills needed to succeed in college and beyond.”
Lawrence School isn’t your average academic program because it’s more than just education, it’s a supportive community. It’s tailored to the needs of students with dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, and executive function challenges.
When parents research the best options for their child’s education, they often discover that the Lawrence School community is full of parents like them—those who hold unwavering belief in their child’s bright future and are part of a caring and supportive environment.
Choosing the right school is a critical decision that can significantly impact a student’s academic and personal development. Open houses offer a unique opportunity to explore the school environment, interact with teachers and staff, and gather valuable information.
Parents will receive detailed information about academic programs, curriculum, and extracurricular activities at an open house. Lawrence School Upcoming Open Houses: Lower School, 9:00- 10:30 AM, October 23, 2024. Upper School Open House, 9:00-10:30 AM, October 24, 2024. To learn more, visit www.lawrenceschool.org or call 440.526.0717.