CMS Dyslexia Parent Support Group

Meeting Schedule

*All meetings will be held Tuesdays, from 6:00-7:00 in the Covington MS library.

November 2nd- Dyslexia Information Awareness/Study Skills and Homework Support

Come learn the basic facts concerning dyslexia and explore how this may impact your child at the middle school level. Study skills and homework become more independently driven in middle school. Learn tips and strategies to help your child be successful with homework and study skills. 

December 14th - Accommodations, Tech Tools

What accommodations and tools can your child meet their potential. Come discuss and explore different accommodations, including technology tools, that can enhance your child’s access in the classroom. Learning Ally will also be discussed.

February 15th - Dyslexia Simulation and Social and Emotional Impact of Dyslexia in Middle School

Have you ever wished that you could see through your child’s eyes to help you understand what having dyslexia is like? Get the chance to experience a dyslexia simulation, and a follow up question and answer session led by AISD’s 504 Department. Dyslexia can impact more than reading and writing. Please join us for a discussion on the social and emotional impact of dyslexia and related disorders. Learn how you can support your child in these areas. 

April 19th - Self-Advocacy, Bridging the Summer Gap

With summer approaching and some students making the transition to high school, we will be touching on the importance of self-advocacy and ways to continue practicing skills over the summer.