Dyslexia: Parent Toolkit Workshop

Parent led support group formed in 2013.  It is a registered corporation affiliated with Dyslexia Canada;  The International Dyslexia Association and also with Orton-Gillingham Tutors of Manitoba.  Our mission is to work together to enhance the quality of life of Canadians living with dyslexia, through:Education - providing a strong voice for equality of education for those with dyslexia, by providing opportunities for professional development to teachers who wish to learn about multi-sensory instruction; andSupport - providing support for the recognition of the challenges faced by the families living with dyslexia.

Dyslexia Champions of Manitoba Inc.

Learn how to support and advocate for your child in the school system through this interactive parent workshop. Join us on Oct 28th!

St. Paul's College

Dyslexia Champions of Manitoba Events

Do you have a child that struggles with reading? Our events are designed to support families who have children with dyslexia and other reading challenges.

The Dyslexia Champions of Manitoba are excited to announce the launch of our second Dyslexia: Parent Toolkit Workshop. We can’t wait to share this resource with you to help you successfully advocate and support your child, and better navigate the education system with the help of this comprehensive parent toolkit. Here is your Dyslexia Parent Toolkit sneak peek preview: <a href="https://www.dyslexiachampions.org/media/Documents/Parent-Toolkit-Sneak-Peak.pdf" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Parent Toolkit - Dyslexia Champions of Manitoba</a>C﻿ost: $70 per person. Mandatory purchase of Parent Toolkit Document (one per family) $50 at event (cash or cheque).Workshop Trainer: L﻿ori Semchyshyn will be leading the learning session. Her professional and personal experience uniquely qualifies Lori to lead participants through this training. Lori Semchyshyn completed a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Manitoba (1996) and the Creative Communications program from Red River College (1991). Prior to entering the field of education, she was the marketing director of a shopping centre and a special event planner. When four of her children were diagnosed with dyslexia, Lori embarked on a journey to learn everything she could to help her own children. This journey resulted in Lori returning to university where she obtained her Bachelor of Education (2008), Post Baccalaureate in Education (2009) and Master of Education degree (2014). Lori worked for ten years as a student services and literacy teacher in Louis Riel, Pembina Trails and the Catholic Schools Division in Winnipeg. In her capacity working in the schools, she screened over 300 students using the Comprehensive Test of Phonological Processing (CTOPP) where individualized interventions were suggested to help students with their particular needs.Lori has been married to her husband Robert for 32 years, and together they have five adult children (four of whom have dyslexia). She also has one grandchild.Here is what participants from the last workshop had to say:<ul><li>"Lori is a great speaker and the toolkit is wonderful."</li><li>"It was nice to be in a room full of people in a similar situation and share experiences with parents."</li><li>"Progression through the sections was logical, a nice mix of facts and personal experiences."</li><li>"Keep up the amazing work! Thank you for doing what you do!"</li></ul>Parking Details (St. Paul's College, University of Manitoba):On weekends there is no charge for parking in most staff, student, meter and Pay by plate lots. However, there are some restricted areas and times which cannot be used for general parking and which remain under strict control at all times. Please carefully review any parking restrictions while parking at the University.

The Agenda for the Parent Toolkit Workshop can be viewed <a href="https://www.dyslexiachampions.org/media/Documents/Oct-28-2023-DRAFT-Parent-Toolkit-Workshop-Agenda.pdf" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Here</a>Parking: On weekends there is no charge for parking in most staff, student, meter and Pay by plate lots. However, there are some restricted areas and times which cannot be used for general parking and which remain under strict control at all times. Please carefully review any parking restrictions well parking at the University.

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