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RewirED: Dyslexia and Reading Disabilities
Conversations on Dyslexia and Reading Disabilities hosted by the Connecticut State Department of Education
Episodes
8 episodes
How Libraries Expand Literacy Access for Families
In this episode of ODRD RewirED, host Kristin Allen talks with representatives from the Connecticut State Library about a statewide effort to expand access to dyslexia and literacy resources in all 191 public libraries across Connecticut.
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This Icy Experience Makes Reading More Meaningful
In this episode of RewirED, the Connecticut State Department of Education’s Office of Dyslexia and Reading Disabilities explores how community partnerships can extend literacy beyond the classroom. Featuring a conversation with John Jones of th...
Why Community, Identity, and Representation Matter in Literacy—and What Educators and Families Should Know
In this inspiring episode, Malik Champlain shares how a deeply personal experience as a father grew into Pages with Pops, a community-driven literacy initiative designed to engage fathers and father figures in their children’s reading journeys....
“This Is What Changed Everything”: A Student on Dyslexia, Access, and Assistive Technology
In this powerful episode, student advocate Eleanor Farquhar speaks openly about growing up with undiagnosed dyslexia, the emotional toll of struggling in school, and the moment assistive technology opened the door to learning. Her story offers ...
What Educators and Families Should Know About the EL/ML Framework—and Why It Matters
Developed through years of collaboration with educators and families, the Connecticut State Department of Education's EL/ML Framework offers clear guidance for improving instruction and systems for multilingual learners, including those with dy...
How Can Family Advocacy Transform Literacy Outcomes?
In this episode of RewirED, host Kristin Allen is joined by Goviana Morales, a bilingual consultant with the Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center (CPAC) and a leading voice for family engagement and equity in special education.Drawing from...
Why Is Representation in School Leadership Essential for Student Success?
In this episode of ODRD Rewired, host Kristin Allen speaks with Dr. Benitez and Mr. Pabón of the Connecticut Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (CALAS) to explore how culturally grounded leadership, representation, and com...
Are CSDE's new Structured Literacy and Dyslexia Competencies a Game Changer?
In the debut episode of RewirED, the Connecticut State Department of Education's Lisa Gianni explores the newly developed Structured Literacy and Dyslexia Competencies. Listeners will learn what structured literacy looks like in practice; how t...