Onwards Vision
Onward Reading is an LLC dedicated to holistic coaching for dyslexic readers through Orton-Gillingham principles. We offer one-on-one coaching sessions, both online and in person. Our specialized services utilize multi-sensory reading techniques, improve executive function, provide emotional support, and develop tailored action plans for students in grades 5 to 12, fostering a well-rounded and effective learning experience.
Why Choose Us?
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Free Initial Consultation: Start your journey with no commitment, schedule a complimentary session to discuss your child's needs, explore our approach, and see if we're the right fit. This helps build trust from day one.
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Tailored Plans Derived from Orton-Gillingham Principles: Every student begins with a comprehensive assessment, leading to a customized action plan rooted in the proven Orton-Gillingham method. This structured, multi-sensory framework ensures targeted support for reading challenges, adapted to your child's unique strengths and goals.
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Visualization Training as Our Core Focus: Dyslexia often benefits from enhanced visualization techniques, which we prioritize in every session. By incorporating visual-spatial exercises, we help students "see" words and concepts more clearly, boosting comprehension and retention in ways traditional methods overlook.
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Did You Know?
1. Structured Literacy Supported by International Dyslexia Association (IDA)
The IDA, a leading authority on dyslexia, endorses Structured Literacy (the category that includes Orton‑Gillingham methods) as the most effective approach for students with reading difficulties because it teaches language explicitly, systematically, and cumulatively.
2. Real World Implementation
In districts that have trained teachers in Orton‑Gillingham/Structured Literacy methods, early reading proficiency rates and long‑term literacy outcomes have improved significantly compared to previous instruction models
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Owner:
Scott Helsper
