OVERVIEW

The goal of St. Vrain Valley Schools’ Dyslexia Task Force is to provide high quality support to students with dyslexic characteristics. The model of support includes using current research, evidence-based interventions and early identification screeners to support students identified as dyslexic, or who have characteristics of dyslexia.

“Dyslexia is a specific learning disability characterized by difficulties in word reading and/or spelling that involve accuracy, speed, or both and vary depending on the orthography. These difficulties occur along a continuum of severity and persist even with instruction that is effective for the individual’s peers. The causes of dyslexia are complex and involve combinations of genetic, neurobiological, and environmental influences that interact throughout development. Underlying difficulties with phonological and morphological processing are common but not universal, and early oral language weaknesses often foreshadow literacy challenges. Secondary consequences include reading comprehension problems and reduced reading and writing experience that can impede growth in language, knowledge, written expression, and overall academic achievement. Psychological well-being and employment opportunities also may be affected. Although identification and targeted instruction are important at any age, language and literacy support before and during the early years of education is particularly effective.”(International Dyslexia Association, 2025)

For more information, please see CDE Dyslexia Handbook

District and Community Supports:

• Dyslexia awareness and education opportunities
• Dyslexia sensitivity simulations and presentations
• Parent awareness and education events 
• Professional development opportunities for teachers and administrators
• Resources for classroom and literacy teachers regarding identification, instruction and accommodations for students with dyslexic characteristics