Get Ready for the Sun! Summer Fun Round Up.

Every deelexia parent who I know looks forward to BREAKS from school. Summer is finally here in my area, and we are planning for some FUN! As a blogger, I'm a member of Parent Bloggers Tribe, which is a cool group where parenting bloggers gather to share ideas. Here are some of my favorite ideas …

Two Websites I’m Loving for Summer Learning

As the parent of two children with learning disabilities (dyslexia and CAPD), I'm always looking for balance. They need to continue to learn over the summer but I also want them to have a brain break. This year, I'm trying out two online tools and so far I'm impressed. Side note: I do not get …

To the teacher who taught my son how to read …

School can be scary for students with disabilities, but there are angels in the form of special education teachers.

I’m in Standardized Testing Hell

Get lots of sleep. Eat a good breakfast. And be grumpy. It's that time of year! Standardized testing time. I have refused in year's past. Oh yes, you *can* refuse! Don't use the word "opt out." It's all in the wording. Truth be told, I'm not a big "test" fan. Can you tell? These things …

Can we chill with the “rigor” already?

College and career ready. Rigor. Test Scores. Proficient. Above Grade Level. Honors. As a 2017 mom, these words have been buzzing in my ear since my kid was in pre-k. "He better be reading by kindergarten or he'll be behind! Get him in pre-school! Get him in tutoring! Make sure he's well-rounded with sports or …