The Schenck School Alumni Association

New year, new page! Don't forget today is the last day to make the transfer over to the Schenck School's page. All future alumni information and announcements will be posted exclusively on The Schenck School's page.

Last chance to make the switch to the new home of the Schenck School Alumni Association page before winter break! This page will be live until December 31st, but there's no need to wait. Follow these simple steps to ensure you will see any upcoming news, events, and more!

Time is ticking. ⏱️ If you haven't already, be sure to follow The Schenck School page for all upcoming alumni events, news, and more! Tag a friend to let them know they need to make the switch in the comments below.

As we approach the end of the year, we want to express our appreciation to our students, faculty, staff, and parents for their resiliency, determination, and ambition. The magic of The Schenck School is inside each and every one of you! ❤️

Make the switch to The Schenck School's page before winter break. You don't want to miss the alumni news and updates in 2022! Any exciting news for the new year? Let us know for the chance to be the first post featured on the new page! 👇👇

Did you hear the news? The Schenck School Alumni Association page is moving! Get all of the alumni news and updates on the The Schenck School's page as well as resources, fun facts and more. Make the switch before January 1st, 2022 to access all of the content.

Don't forget that The Schenck School Alumni Association page is moving! Starting January 1st, 2022, all alumni information, events, and announcements will be posted on the official page of The Schenck School. Follow these simple steps to join The Schenck School's page if you have not already.

The Schenck School Alumni Association page is moving! All future alumni information, announcements, and events will now be posted on The Schenck School's official page. Be sure to follow The Schenck School Facebook before January 1st, 2022 to stay up to date with Alumni happenings.

Happy Thanksgiving to our incredible students, parents, faculty, and staff! We are so grateful for you all!

Happy Thanksgiving to our incredible students, parents, faculty, and staff! We are so grateful for you all!

Former Schenck student David Flink has been nominated as one of CNN’s Heroes! David is one of our alumni heroes and deserves to be recognized. You can submit up to 10 votes a day, now through December 7th. Help David win CNN Hero of the Year by voting today!
https://bit.ly/VoteCNNHeroes

We are excited to announce that Reaching All Readers is now open for registration! Reaching All Readers was developed in partnership with The Dyslexia Resource and aims to spread the knowledge of The Schenck School to learning communities all over. This virtual course features successful tactics and strategies that our teachers use daily to reach all learners in their classrooms. This course is open to parents and educators. Register today through the link below and share with others!
https://training.schenck.org/

Through Percy, from the infamous Percy Jackson series, Rick Riordan celebrates the strength and resiliency of dyslexics! Riordan says, "Making Percy dyslexic was my way of honoring the potential of all the kids I've known who have those conditions."

"Reader Come Home," by 'Proust and the Squid," author Maryanne Wolf, explores the changes in the reading brains of both children and adults as they adapt to digital mediums. Drawing from neuroscience, literature, education, technology, and more, Wolf provides down-to-earth examples and anecdotes to draw attention to the impact technology has on reading brains. Visit the link below to purchase a copy today!
https://bit.ly/ReaderComeHome

Even with its obstacles, dyslexia is something to celebrate! Our founder, David T. Schenck, saw the potential these students have and created a space for them to learn and grow. David T. Schenck reminds us that hard work and dedication will always lead to success!

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Our amazing faculty works with dyslexic learners every day and have created a list of of tips to keep in mind when supporting these students. Please share to spread awareness!

Understanding dyslexia is the best way to support dyslexic learners inside the classroom. In the past, schools have avoided using dyslexia and dyscalculia, which resulted in less students receiving the type of support and specific instruction they needed to succeed. In 2015, the U.S. Department of Education issued guidance to school systems to not feel reluctant to use these terms when describing a particular child's learning needs. It is important schools understand what reading difficulties look like in order to understand how to improve instruction for students who struggle.

Information from EducationWeek article "Dyslexia Is Not a Bad Word, Advocates Say. Schools Should Use It."
https://bit.ly/SayDyslexiaInSchools

Charles Schwab is an innovative, out-of-the-box thinker who revolutionized the financial industry. He credits his dyslexia for his strong conceptual and visualization skills and never let it prevent him from achieving success!

Learn how the unique structure and organization of the dyslexic brain gives dyslexic individuals a predisposition to important skills in this engaging novel from two neurolearning experts. Visit the link below to grab a copy for yourself today!
https://bit.ly/TheDyslexicAdvantage

Take a minute to appreciate these wise words from our founder, David T. Schenck. Sometimes it's best to step away from the tablets and technology and stimulate learning through pencil on paper!

Children learn by example, so creating a love for learning starts with you! We've always said that the best app for promoting reading at home is your lap -- there's no fancy software needed. These easy tips are great for promoting a fun and nurturing environment around reading at home.

Dyslexics are multi-dimensional, creative, out-of-the-box thinkers, but that doesn't mean they don't get discouraged! It is important to talk openly with your child about dyslexia and remind them that dyslexia is NOT a problem with intelligence or lack of motivation. Stress and anxiety may arise when dyslexic students are learning new concepts, so remember to be patient with your child and create a supportive environment in which they can reach their full potential.

Information from Huc-Chabrolle, M et al. "Psychocognitive and psychiatric disorders associated with developmental dyslexia: A clinical and scientific issue". L'Encephale vol. 36,2 (2010): 172-9. doi:10.1016/j.encep.2009.02.005

Happy birthday, Samuel Orton! Samuel Orton was a neuropsychiatrist and pathologist who worked alongside Anna Gillingham to develop the Orton-Gillingham Approach. This approach, which focuses on remediating language processing difficulties in students who have reading difficulties, is one of the most successful approaches used today when teaching reading, writing, and spelling!

We are excited to announce that our Head of School will be speaking at Decoding Dyslexia’s three-part digital event in October. This informative event serves to bring awareness on the significance of dyslexia, its impacts, and how we can ensure these students are empowered to reach their fullest potential. Register for this free event below!
https://bit.ly/DyslexiaDecodedSeries

Although he faced many obstacles, our founder, David T. Schenck never let them get in the way of his dreams. When facing obstacles, persistence and patience will pay off!

It's never too early to begin reading instruction with your children! These easy tips and techniques can help young readers build strong foundations for lifelong reading. Repost and share to raise awareness on the importance of early reading instruction!

If your child is diagnosed with dyslexia, there's no need to fear. A dyslexia diagnosis is the first step in getting your child the support he or she needs! If you suspect your child may be dyslexic, don't wait. Visit the link below to learn more about the steps to starting the diagnostic process.
https://bit.ly/BeforeDyslexiaDiagnosis