What is Dyslexia
Dyslexia refers to any reading difficulty not associated with obvious problems (such as bad eyesight). Dyslexias include the inability to name letters, to read words or sentences, ...
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Dyslexic camp/ Your opinion desired please
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Hi,
My family has been heavily involved with Dyslexia, as my son has lived a troubled life due to his struggles with getting our school systems to understand this way of thinking. Now that he is older, he wants to give back to others that might be going through what he did. What do you think about a camp being established to help children with dyslexia come together to explore the gifts each one has been given. So often they are lost in the testing, charting and labeling of learning disabilities. We are hoping to "debunk" the belief that dyslexia will disable you from accomplishing your goals. It is a learning difference, and although the path to the goal may be more difficult at times, nothing is impossible. Although we struggle with tasks other may do with ease, we also have many talents and strengths that we overlook. The camp would offer a chance to leave the stresses of regular school behind and come explore many different opportunities to see what your gifts may be. It would be a very personalized time to explore and try new things and also continue working in areas you already excel at. You would be surrounded by people who are interested in learning about who you are and what you enjoy. You could learn about many famous dyslexic people and how they succeeded, what motivated them. You would have the chance to meet new friends who understand how hard you work and could stay in touch and support each other after leaving camp. It could help the child, teen, and adult learn more about dyslexia, but not be another tutoring program of extra work while all other kids are enjoying life. My son likes to learn about art, engines, cooking, sports. What kinds of things would be fun for you at a camp to explore your talents and gifts?? How do you feel about this idea? If your an adult, would you have benefited from this in your youth? My son almost took his life, and research shows the emotional side of LD's leave these kids at higher risks for considering it. We want to find a way to make a difference and hope you will give us some feedback. We have enjoyed reading posts already and look forward to being part of this group. Posted on 05/02/09, 11:05 am |
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One problem you might have is many dyslexics dont talk about things...I was in specal education from grade 2 all the way till I graduated High School. I had people in my classes that I had known since Jr High and we never talked about it...not even to each other. Thats just the way it is. I dont know maybe they handle things diffrently now.
Music comes very easy to me if you do manage to get something going I would look at that. 
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Thanks HolmerJ,
That is the purpose of the camp. Getting people to talk about it. That is one reason you turned to drugs and my son to suicide. I have received letters from a class in junior high that are hoping so much for this camp. Maybe if people start speaking out about what it was like for their struggles, and how people treated them and treat dyslexia like an illness instead of an obsticle, we can make a difference. Wouldn't it feel good to know we can help even one child avoid the pain of feeling different and find those special talents and gifts that come with this learning style? Music seems to be a very natural gift as well as the visual skills that help with hands on building of things like engines or equipment. Thanks so much for your thoughts. Also, your experience in college is great to share. It will inspire others to know they will get help and can meet their goals. ARe you still in school, or what are you doing now?
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No im not in school anymore. I worked as a printer/graphic artist at a company in LA for 15 yrs....I know dyslexic printer is an odd choice...LOL. I decided I needed a change in 2007 and went to work for a medical company delivering medical equipment. to hospitals.
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Actually, I know of a facility that already specializes in helping those with dyslexia. I went there as a student. Check out this website: www.gow.org. It is an all-male boarding school facility that specializes in teaching students who only have dyslexia. I feel the resources at this site may help you incredibly.
Any questions fell free and drop me a line.
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Thanks for the website. It looks like a great place. I am collecting all resources, because part of the camp in to help parents become advocates and guides for their children. One difference is that the camp my son wants to start is not going to have academics for the week. So much of a dyslexics life is centered on "EXTRA" tutoring or work, that his dream is to focus on the gifts and talents dyslexics are blessed with. This is to be a week of discovery and friendships forming. Creativity and talents being discovered and shared. That is the big difference, celebrating being unique.
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The Gow school actually has a summer camp that does incorporate academics as well as leisure activites in a boarding school environment. The summer program is both for boys and girls with dyslexia.
Dyslexia is a challenge to overcome (my entire family is dyslexic), but it can be overcome and once one does they can learn to excell incredibly in their own ways.
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Thanks NeverResting, I understand, as our family also has varying degrees of dyslexia that goes back generations. I am hoping to start something that will help children in our state at some time. We will see how it goes. I went to the site in NY, and it looks nice.
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Debunk,
I think it is a great idea! My son is 6 and would love to meet other kids that have dyslexia too. I think there isn't the stigma there was years ago aobut dyslexia even though there are a lot of misconceptions about it. My son tells everyone he is and thinks it is great when he finds someone else who is dyslexic too. My son likes to find out about animals, science experiments, and anything he can do with his hands.
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Jordan09
Thank you for your encouragement. I am so excited to hear your son is doing well. My hope is that if they can talk about from elementary school, they will have less emotional problems, and be able to find the gifts and strengths that come with this learning style. We have an email address for the future camp, to keep emails from others who would like to know when it may come to exist. If you want your name on it, or just added to show there is support (as we are trying to get our community to understand)please take time to write. That goes for anyone reading this. The email is Campdebunk@wmconnect.com debunk stands for (dyslexia educational bandwagon - uniting noteworthy kids.)
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I think the idea of a camp for kids with dyslexia is an awesome idea. My husband has dyslexia and it has affected every aspect of his life. I think if there was something like this for him as a child or even as an adult, it would have really helped him. I think if he could work at a camp like this, it would do him a world of good and bring him a long way.
Please keep me updated on your progress with this endeavor.
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