Advocating for dyslexic students – with Sabrina Fandell
As a dyslexic child, Sabrina Fandell had to sit in her school's book closet for her reading lessons. Now she sits on the Board of Directors of the International Dyslexia Association - Dallas Branch. She is passionate about fostering inclusive environments and advocating for neurodivergent students in school.
As a dyslexic child, Sabrina Fandell had to sit in her school's book closet for her reading lessons. Now she sits on the Board of Directors of the International Dyslexia Association - Dallas Branch. She is passionate about fostering inclusive environments and advocating for neurodivergent students in school.
During this episode, Sabrina talks about:
- Her experience growing up as a child with dyslexia, and as a parent of children who have dyslexia
- How advancements in technology and teaching methodologies can help students with dyslexia succeed in school
- Why she got involved with the International Dyslexia Association
- The complicated journey to get her son assessed for dyslexia and ADHD
- The fine line she walks as a parent when advocating for her son at IEP meetings
- Resources and advice to help parents support their children with dyslexia
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