What is this thing called dyslexia?
On Tuesday, May 21st from 7:00pm-8:30pm, The Summit School’s Founding Executive Director, Dr. Jane R. Snider, will present a fact-filled discussion on the history, diagnosis and defining differences, and plan of educational action for those with dyslexia. This free seminar will be held at South Bowie Branch Library located at 15301 Hall Road.
Dr. Snider will discuss:
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- What are the symptoms of dyslexia?
- When is it appropriate to assess for learning differences?
- What causes dyslexia?
- What should an academic program include?
Because of limited seating, this FREE seminar requires pre-registration. Email contact information to: julie.kizerball@thesummitschool.org.
About the speaker:
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Jane R. Snider, Ed.D. is an educator with a doctoral degree in Human Development and Education from The George Washington University. She has been a teacher, a college professor, and a Learning Disabilities Specialist. Her expertise led to the creation of The Summit School in 1989 where she serves as Founding Executive Director. Summit is an independent not-for-profit school for children with dyslexia and similar learning differences.
Dr. Snider has earned many awards including the YWCA Tribute to Women and INdustry Award (TWIN), The Washington Post Distinguished Educational Leadership Award, Maryland’s Top 100 Women, Brava! Women Business Achievement Award, and the Community Trustee Award.