A note from our founder…
“Remember, there is a light, yet it may be the bathroom one!”
Hello from Connecticut where we are finally experiencing warmer spring temps and sunshine, making weekend sports more enjoyable to watch! I wanted to briefly introduce myself and share with you more about why I founded Right to Read Advocacy. As the mom of a dyslexic learner, I want to educate and empower parents who are on a similar journey in supporting their students. My son, who is now a 4th grader, has been attending a specialized school for almost two years. The growth that he’s experienced both personally and academically is unparalleled. We will forever be grateful for this school.
While he’s in a great place now, getting him there was no picnic. If your child is walking a similar path, you know that it’s challenging to secure the support services needed. In the most daunting of times, I urge you not to give up because early identification of dyslexia and appropriate intervention delivered with fidelity are so valuable to your child’s educational trajectory. And if you need help, lean on your community, educational experts, and, of course, trained advocates! Surround yourself with support. There are so many of us on this journey together.
And there is a light at the end of the tunnel. I’ve seen it myself! On a recent trip, we were staying in a hotel in NYC. I woke one morning to find my son not in bed, which had me wondering where he was since the hotel room was not that big! Getting up, I found him on the bathroom floor with a graphic novel in hand. When I asked him what he was doing on the floor, he told me he needed the light to be able to read. Although I wish I took a picture to capture that moment, it’s an image that I will not forget. Not only can he read; he wants to read on vacation. Remember, there is a light, yet it may be the bathroom one! – Jennifer Bernheim, Founder of RTRA