2017 Light up night
Dyslexia Awareness Event
NO LONGER INVISIBLE!
Welcome/ acknowledgement of special guests – Linda William
Opening Remarks
“What is Dyslexia” a parent/teacher perspective – Kristy Privette & Megan Mehtas
Megan shared the story of her discovery of dyslexia as a mother and a teacher.
Kristy read the book Red: A Crayon’s Story. Encouraging us to recognize and celebrate our child’s differences.
Red: A Crayon’s Story (by Michael Hall, is about being true to your inner self and following your own path despite obstacles that may come your way.)
NCPTA proclamation & NC dyslexia law (HB 149) – Christie & Lisa Eakins
Decoding Dyslexia North Carolina – Remarks on HB149
North Carolina Department of Public Instruction Exceptional Children – Statement on HB149
HB-149
NC PTA – Dyslexia Resolution
NC Resources
Decoding Dyslexia North Carolina – Jennifer McBee
Blank Canvas Awareness Art – Donna Gargett
Exceptional Children’s Assistance Center – Doreen Byrd
Dyslexia Advocacy Group of the Carolinas – Jeanette Meachem
Acknowledgements/close – Linda William
Closing Remarks
Thanks for Lighting It Up Red for the 1 in 5 Charlotte!
