Reading & Learning Clinic - MB, Canada

11/12/2026

The New York State Board of Regents voted today to adopt regulatory amendments strengthening literacy instruction requirements for teacher preparation programs, marking a significant milestone in the State's ongoing efforts to improve reading proficiency and ensure every student has access to effective, evidence-based literacy instruction.

The amendments advance the central goal of New York's Path Forward initiative, which is integrating the science of reading into educator preparation programs and certification requirements. The action builds on the Path Forward Action Plan announced in October 2024, moving the State's commitment to transforming literacy instruction from planning to implementation.

11/11/2026

Recently, the official Nobel Prize social media account shared a story we think this community should hear.

Carol Greider. Molecular biologist. Nobel Prize winner in Physiology or Medicine. Person with dyslexia.

As a child, Carol quietly believed she wasn't as smart as other kids. Pulled out of class for remedial spelling lessons, she felt singled out and embarrassed. To make it through school, she taught herself to memorize words because sounding them out simply wasn't an option.

She went on to co-discover telomerase, an enzyme with profound implications for understanding cancer and aging. In 2009, she won the Nobel Prize.

In her own words:

"I always thought that I was kind of stupid."

"There wasn't anyone around to say, 'It's not because you're stupid, it's because you have this other issue' — which I can now say to my son."

"If UC Berkeley had done the same thing that many other schools did, which was to apply a cutoff (a minimum GPA requirement), I wouldn't have gone to graduate school and made the discovery of telomerase and won the Nobel Prize."

"Just because you're dyslexic, doesn't mean you can't do anything you want to do."

If you have a child who feels the way Carol felt, we hope her story gives you hope today.

Who does Carol's story make you think of? Share below. 👇

Photo: Keith Weller

10/30/2026

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10/28/2026

So excited to be part of the author team for Cedar School Decodables - teacher guide: Indigenous perspectives and teachings along with structured literacy. Literacy equity! Only $30. Strong Nations Manitoba Teachers for Students with Learning Disabilities https://www.strongnations.com/store/13055/cedar-school-decodables-teachers-guide-sets-1-6

10/24/2026

President of MTSLD, Valdine Bjornson (and president of Manitoba Reading Association) is presenting about dyslexia alongside many other amazing speakers. We will see you there!
Manitoba Teachers for Students with Learning Disabilities Manitoba Reading Association MTSpresident
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/breaking-barriers-adolescent-literacy-summit-tickets-1986955615734

10/17/2026

October is Dyslexia Awareness month and a perfect time to learn more about dyslexia and the Orton-Gillingham Approach.

10/17/2026

Doctoral study on the life long impact of dyslexia in Manitoba.

Understanding the daily life and school experiences of adults in Manitoba can inform important structural and systemic priorities to better meet the needs of those with reading disabilities (RD). The research questions for this study were (a) how have adults with severe RD experienced school in Mani...

10/17/2026

Janice Watson Karla Gutierrez David Teffaine Ron Cadez and Kelly Fawcett. Manitoba Teachers for Students with Learning Disabilities Manitoba Reading Association Many years ago a group of passionate and determined parents,clinicians, professionals, and educators formed a group to advocate for dyslexia awareness and to push for equitable literacy education across Manitoba . We planned a major event at the Canadian Museum of Human Rights but cancelled due to COVID but we did present at the Manitoba Education Commission. AI summarizes:
The acronym PEPLA in Manitoba refers to the Parent-Educator Partnership for Literacy Achievement.
The Parent-Educator Partnership for Literacy Achievement (PEPLA) is a grassroots initiative focused on advancing student literacy and evidence-based instruction across the province. [1 ()]

Key Highlights
• Advocacy & Support: PEPLA advocates for effective reading instruction and supports initiative funding like the PEPLA Student and Educator Scholarship Fund.
• Policy Influence: The partnership presented foundational literacy recommendations directly to the Manitoba K-12 Education Commission.
• Systemic Impact: PEPLA’s efforts align closely with the province’s transition toward universal early screening for learning disabilities (Bill 225) and adopting explicit, research-based phonics and reading instruction as recommended by the Right to Read reports.