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Self-Advocacy and Voice for Students with Dyslexia

  • Encourage students to find their voice. Ask them to describe what dyslexia means to them, and to identify their strengths and areas for growth
     
  • Facilitate opportunities for students to explore and share what strategies help most
     
  • Familiarize students with the goals and accommodations on their IEPs or 504s
     
  • Encourage students to contribute to or participate in their IEP or 504 meetings, as appropriate
     
  • Encourage students to reach out to all teachers at the beginning of the year to communicate what makes them successful
     

Smart Start: Lake Oswego's program for students with IEP's and 504's to start the year off by meeting with their teachers to give an personal update.