JLBTheSLP

I’m a speech-language pathologist and dyslexia advocate trying to make life better for those living with dyslexia. Literacy is a civil right.

[Fascinating @fasc1nate]

For his official NASA portrait in 2008, astronaut Leland Melvin decided to include his rescue dogs, Jake and Scout, even though dogs weren't usually allowed at the photo shoot.

He sneaked them onto the base and into the photo lab using his van. To keep the dogs quiet during his change into the orange "pumpkin suit," Melvin used 100 MilkBones.

The memorable photo happened when the dogs excitedly ran towards him, captured by the ready photographer.

After the shoot, a security guard questioned the noise, but Melvin joked it was just a "doggy screensaver." They managed to leave without further issues.

[JLBTheSLP @JlbSlp]

@MIDyslexiaLaws I support #Dyslexia legislation for #Michigan... 1 of only 5 states lacking this key educational progress. Find out more @MIDyslexiaLaws. Please help pass these bills @MISenate, @MISenDems, @MIHouseDems, @MIGOP, @GovWhitmer!

[Williamston Boys' Basketball @WHSBoysBBall]

Varsity Boys cheered on the 7th Grade team in a win over Okemos last night!

#GoHornets

[Emily Hanford @ehanford]

From ⁦@NickKristof⁩ in ⁦@nytopinion⁩. “Among just children in poverty, Mississippi fourth graders now are tied for best performers in the nation in NAEP reading tests and rank second in math.” https://t.co/NckGrizmLN

[Lexia @LexiaLearning]

Register now for Lexia's first ever #ScienceOfReading Week to learn the key to unlocking literacy learning for every student. #LexiaSORWeek

[JLBTheSLP @JlbSlp]

Just posted a photo https://t.co/WNqfmi4c8d

[Ms. Benison- @BenisonMrs]

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F and P does not meet expectations as indicated by Ed reports …

[Dr. Kelly J. Grillo, PhD @kellygrillo]

“I would constantly ask my director of special education, we keep identifying kids. Why don't we have an exit kids from this program? Where's the benefit of the program if the kids aren't able to return to the main stream.” -Dr. Shaywitz
I’m a fan of “graduating” Ss from IEPs❤️

[Emily Hanford @ehanford]

Listen to this. | Public School Failed Her Kids. She’s on a Mission to Save Yours. - The New York Times https://t.co/eecC79ok9z

[Williamston Boys' Basketball @WHSBoysBBall]

It’s finally GAMEDAY!!!

📍 Williamston
⏰ 7:00 pm
🆚 Howell
📺 https://t.co/VnYUYcHS0x

#GoHornets

[JLBTheSLP @JlbSlp]

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[Literacy for All Michigan @LiteracyMI]

Michigan's dyslexia laws are being brought up for a vote in the Michigan Senate. Contact your senator today and ask them to vote in favor of SB 380 - 383!

Find your Senator here: https://t.co/BSDYAY2jUE

[JLBTheSLP @JlbSlp]

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[JLBTheSLP @JlbSlp]

@RebecaD007 I’m so sorry.

[Emily Hanford @ehanford]

Four documentary films about reading are in the works.
https://t.co/pf8pGXHpnn
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[Emily Hanford @ehanford]

In my email this morning. The kinds of notes I get from parents of struggling readers all the time.
"I have little hope for the educational system to help my own children, but am determined to make it better for those who follow."

[Institute for Multi-Sensory Education @IMSEOG]

Waiting to give a child the intervention they need until they qualify for services in 2nd and 3rd grade is too late.

[JLBTheSLP @JlbSlp]

Today’s the day! We will be sending Maggie’s donation to #maggieswigsforkids
❤️ https://t.co/5PAl5SvvVa

[JLBTheSLP @JlbSlp]

Just posted a photo https://t.co/BXArNFTysZ