Do you or your child struggle to read? Have you heard the term ‘dyslexia’ but not really understood what that means? Join us in the school cafeteria to watch the acclaimed documentary, The Big Picture: Rethinking Dyslexia, and discuss reading and executive function strategies for home this summer.

The side door on 18^th will be open from 6:00-7:00. Appetizers will be provided.

It is not necessary for you to have a child with a learning disability to join.

We will also have resources for parents who want to learn strategies to help their kids develop better time management and organization skills.

About the film: Since 1 in 5 people are dyslexic, The Big Picture: Rethinking Dyslexia — a film that demystifies dyslexia — is being hailed around the world as a “must see” for everyone. The film provides personal and uplifting accounts of the dyslexic experience from children, experts and iconic leaders, such as Sir Richard Branson and financier Charles Schwab. Drs. Sally and Bennett Shaywitz, co-founders of the Yale Center for Dyslexia & Creativity share their insights gleaned from their decades long research into this perplexing disability.

Directed by James Redford, the film dispels the misconceptions about the condition. It also paints a picture of hope by proving that dyslexia is a neurological issue and not a character flaw. The Big Picture beautifully illustrates that while the condition is an obstacle, it also carries some unique advantages, and ultimately can be overcome.

Questions? Contact Minette Stewart, Chair of the FOSB Special Education & Disability (SED) Committee, 206-650-1601, minette.stewart@gmail.com