A dyslexia screening will reveal whether or not your child is at risk for dyslexia and whether or not they would be a good candidate for services. Screening services include a family/child history interview, a review of work samples and previous testing from school districts or other specialists, and the administration of additional screeners to gather information on student strengths and areas of weakness.
Dyslexia screening services include recommendations for academic accommodations.
Accommodations are typically documented and provided at schools through one of the following plans - 504 Plan, IEP, or student support plan.
Results and professional recommendations are provided immediately. Dyslexia Screenings are 90 minutes in length and can be scheduled by calling or emailing READ Learning.
Currently, WI public schools are not required to test or screen students specifically for dyslexia. Additionally, pediatricians and general practitioners do not test for dyslexia, nor do they diagnose dyslexia.
Dyslexia is a neurobiological difference in the way the brain is wired to learn. If early screening and intervention services were not given (K-2) and/or did not ameliorate the learning difficulty, then it’s of utmost importance to seek professional help so your child will learn to read and spell up to grade level without negative emotional secondary conditions developing. It’s never too late to receive services for dyslexia. We work with students of all ages - even adults!
Isn't Dyslexia Uncommon?
Dyslexia is not rare; its prevalence in the population is from 10% to 20%. If your child is in a classroom of 30, as many as six students have dyslexia.
https://wi.dyslexiaida.org/about-dyslexia/
Current studies indicate that one-half of all the students who qualify for special education are classified as having a learning disability (LD) (6–7%). About 85% of those students have a primary learning disability in reading and language processing. Nevertheless, many more people—perhaps as many as 15–20% of the population as a whole—have some of the symptoms of dyslexia…” Source:
https://dyslexiaida.org/dyslexia-basics/ What's The Difference Between a Dyslexia Screening and a Dyslexia Diagnosis?
A dyslexia screening is informal, quick, and low cost yet yields results with a high level of accuracy. Dyslexia screening is not a formal medical diagnosis, but is often the first step parents take before seeking medical diagnosis using health insurance benefits. Our dyslexia screening services do not include a formal written report, whereas a medical diagnosis comes with a comprehensive report.
Do I Need a Diagnosis To Receive Dyslexia Services?
A formal diagnosis is not required to register for services with us. A dyslexia screening is required if a medical diagnosis has not been completed. Dyslexia Screenings are 90 minutes in length and can be scheduled by calling or emailing READ Learning.
