New READ Podcast episode with @yaacovp on exploring whole child approaches to reading, the role of research in examining specific factors, and the benefits of translational and implementation science. Listen now at readpodcast.org or wherever you get your podcasts.

Celebrating International Literacy Day. @thewindwardinst continues to fulfill its mission "to increase childhood literacy rates by disrupting the educational status quo to save more lives", expanding the impact of @windward_school beyond the classroom. #LITERACYDAY

Listen now to this month’s READ Podcast conversation with Dr. Elsa Cárdenas Hagan on the importance of multi-component and inclusive instruction to support English Learners. Episode and resources available at readpodcast.org or listen wherever you get your podcasts

New READ Podcast episode with Dr. Elsa Cárdenas Hagan is now available wherever you get your podcasts. You can also watch our READ video bookmarks or the entire episode on YouTube. Watch and subscribe here: youtu.be/rbT9OtgeBto?si…

Do your part: Follow to become more aware! The Windward Institute puts “Dyslexia in Focus” this October recognizing Dyslexia Awareness Month. Stay tuned, for weekly resources on dyslexia, structured literacy and reading interventions, inspiring stories, and calls to action.

Dyslexia in Focus. Definition and characteristics by @OdegardTim. Dr. Odegard is an expert on dyslexia Center for Dyslexia and past READ Podcast guest @thewindwardinst. Being informed about dyslexia helps us understand the needs of our children to promote awareness and advocacy.

Learn about the power of connection, collaboration, and growth in schools to better serve and advocate for all students. New LEAD on READ Podcast episode with Cheryl Cook, Executive Director of the Association of LD Schools. readpodcast.org

While there is substantial research on dyslexia, many myths and misconceptions still exist in popular discourse, ultimately impacting children across academic and social settings. Here are common myths and facts about dyslexia. Learn more: University of Michigan UM DyslexiaHelp

Families and caregivers are often the first to notice the warning signs of dyslexia. They are the child’s biggest advocates. International Dyslexia Association has put together a handbook that every family should know. Being informed is the best way to advocate. dyslexiaida.org/ida-dyslexia-h…

Let The Games Begin. We're in Ohio International Dyslexia Association #DyslexiaCon23 come visit us on the 3rd floor. Look for Sarah and Jill's poster presentation: Let The Games Begin and get free resources for your classroom to build decoding skills and morphological awareness.

Join us with the 2023 Fall Community Lecture featured speaker Amy Margolis, PhD, presenting "Psychological Components of Reading Disabilities: Novel Interventions to Address Anxiety and Executive Functioning". Register here: bit.ly/453eXpH

Jamie Williamson discusses successful structures that can be implemented to promote an effective literacy program. Click to read: Building a Structure for Literacy Part I: Pairing a Solid Core Reading Program with Reliable Screening Measures thewindwardschool.org/the-windward-i…

Screeners can provide information about academic strengths and needs. There are also warning signs that can be caught earlier. Learn more in the article “Identifying and Teaching Students with Significant Reading Problems”. aft.org/ae/winter2020-…

How easy is this! Check out this awesome index of podcast episodes from some of the best sources of SOR podcasts. Search by topic. The Windward Institute READ Podcast (research, education, advocacy) with host Danielle Gomez is on the list. Thanks Anna Geiger

Congratulations Dr. Yaacov Petscher, Associate Director @FCRR in your new role, Associate Dean for Research at the College of Social Work Florida State University . He also serves on the advisory board The Windward Institute . Watch his Spring 2023 Whole Child presentation youtu.be/DGsx-359vJE

FREE Webinar, December 6, 1 p.m. (ET). Register Now! thewindwardschool.org/wi Discover how the right use of technology can help empower your child or your students' success with Joan McGettigan, Ed.D. 🌻 The Windward School

May the coming year be brimming with new chapters of success and endless opportunities for learning. Best wishes for a wonderful New Year filled with the joy of reading and discovery! Browse and register for Winter 2024 offerings here: thewindwardschool.org/courses

FREE digital or hard copy of the 2024 annual journal, The Beacon, published by The Windward Institute. Accessible evidence-based resources and practical strategies to support struggling readers and children with LBLD such as dyslexia. Sign up here! thewindwardschool.org/thebeacon

Free live virtual event with Dr. Nadine Gaab on April, 4 2024. @gaablab presents "Moving from a Reactive to a Proactive Model in Education" at the @windward_school and @thewindwardinst annual Robert J. Memorial Lecture. Registration is required. thewindwardschool.org/lecture/spring Join Us!

Join us on Thurs., May 16 at 1 p.m. Free & open to the public. Presenters to discuss the evidence & progress made on the path to implementation of the Science of Reading in the U.S, & address the steps needed to scale evidence-based literacy programs to empower more students.