SAISD 504/Dyslexia Newsletter
September 2019
Welcome to the 2019 - 2020 school year!
Multisensory Learning: A Teaching Strategy to Help Dyslexic Learners
Multisensory activities help dyslexic children absorb and process information in a retainable manner by involving all their senses: visual, auditory, kinesthetic, and tactile (VAKT). By implementing this technique, students are able to use all the learning pathways in their brain in order to enhance memory and learning.
Students are actively engaged in learning by using their hands, arms, mouths, eyes, and whole bodies.
For examples of Multisensory activities for teaching reading, please visit the website: https://www.understood.org/en/school-learning/partnering-with-childs-school/instructional-strategies/8-multisensory-techniques-for-teaching-reading
SAISD 504/Dyslexia Department Personnel
The SAISD 504/Dyslexia department is growing to meet the
needs of our students. We are looking forward to a great new year!
We would like to introduce our new and returning staff members.
Julie Ann Gonzalez
Laura Hinojosa
Cynthia Sosa and Iris Nannen
Department Clerk
Dyslexia Program Specialists
Denise Almaguer
Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies - Texas A&M University San Antonio
Master of Science in Reading Specialization - Texas A&M University San Antonio
Intervention Campuses:
- Fenwick Academy
- Young Men's Leadership Academy
Professional Development Campuses:
- Green Academy
- Wilson Elementary School
- Tafolla Middle School
Amy Arespe
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and Middle Grades Education - Peru State College
Intervention Campuses:
- Ball Academy
- Briscoe Elementary School
Professional Development Campuses:
- Crockett Academy
- Harris Middle School
Michelle Augello
Bachelor of Arts in Humanities - Trinity University
Master of Arts in Teaching - Trinity University
Intervention Campuses:
- Arnold Elementary School
- Woodlawn Academy
Professional Development Campuses:
- Young Women's Leadership Academy 6-12
- Whittier Middle School
Lisa Avila
Bachelor of Business Administration, Management - Texas A&M University
Master of Arts in Educational Technology Leadership - Lamar University
Intervention Campuses:
- Bowden Academy
- Washington Elementary School
Professional Development Campuses:
- Hawthorne Academy
- Davis Middle School
- St. Philips Early College High School
Sabrina Bernal
Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies - University of Texas San Antonio
Master of Arts in Education - University of Texas San Antonio
Intervention Campuses:
- Cotton Academy
- Madison Elementary School
- Young Women's Leadership Academy @ Page
Professional Development Campus:
- Edison High School
Linda Blanco
Bachelor of Business Administration - St. Mary's University
Master of Arts in Reading - St. Mary's University
Intervention Campuses:
- Baskin Elementary School
- Franklin Elementary School
Professional Development Campuses:
- Rhodes Middle School
- Travis Early College High School
Elia Cantu
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology - Texas A&M University Kingsville
Master of Science in Kinesiology - Midwestern State University
Intervention Campuses:
- Barkley-Ruiz Elementary School
- DeZavala Elementary School
Professional Development Campus:
- Lanier High School
Gabriela Castro
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy - St. Mary's University
Master of Education in Educational Administration - Lamar University
Intervention Campuses:
- Graebner Elementary School
- Carvajal Elementary School
Professional Development Campuses:
- Kelly Elementary School
- Sarah King Elementary School
Grace Cisneros
Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies - University of Texas San Antonio
Master of Science in Reading - Texas A&M University San Antonio
Intervention Campuses:
- Schenck Elementary School
- Herff Academy
Professional Development Campus:
- Brackenridge High School
Priscilla Gallardo
Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies - University of Texas San Antonio
Master of Science in Reading - Texas A&M San Antonio
Intervention Campuses:
- Highland Hills Elementary School
- Forbes Academy
Professional Development Campus:
- Highlands High School
Veronica Guerrero
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology - University of Texas San Antonio
Master of Science in Reading - Texas A&M San Antonio
Intervention Campuses:
- Irving Dual Language Academy
- Carroll Early Childhood Education Center
Professional Development Campuses:
- Democracy Prep Stewart
- Mark Twain Dual Language Academy
- Texans Can Academy at Highlands High School
Alicia Joseph
Bachelor of Arts in Communication - Central State University
Master of Education in Special Education/Dyslexia - Midwestern State University
Intervention Campuses:
- Advanced Learning Academy PK - 3
- Advanced Learning Academy @ Fox Tech
Professional Development Campuses:
- Fox Tech High School
- CAST Tech High School
Daniella Martinez
Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies - University of Texas San Antonio
Master of Science in Reading - Texas A&M University San Antonio
Intervention Campuses:
- Hillcrest Elementary School
- Bonham Academy
Professional Development Campuses:
- Douglass Academy
- Lowell Middle School
Adriana Mayces
Bachelor of Business Administration - Texas A&M University
Master of Art in Teaching - Grand Canyon University
Master of Science in Reading - Texas A&M University San Antonio
Intervention Campuses:
- Collins Garden Elementary School
- Storm Elementary School
Professional Development Campus:
- Burbank High School
Mary Ellen Ramon
Bachelor of Arts in English and Modern Languages - Texas A&M University
Master of Arts in Spanish Literature - University of Virginia
Intervention Campuses:
- Mission Academy
- Riverside Park Academy
Professional Development Campuses:
- Japhet Academy
- Foster Academy
- CAST Med High School
Azael Rodriguez
Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing - University of Texas San Antonio
Master of Education in Educational Leadership - University of Texas San Antonio
Intervention Campuses:
- Beacon Hill Academy
- Maverick Elementary School
Professional Development Campuses:
- Cameron Elementary School
- Jefferson High School
Maureen Ruiz
Bachelor of Arts in History/Bilingual Education - University of Texas El Paso
Master of Arts in Bicultural Bilingual Education - University of Texas San Antonio
Intervention Campuses:
- Lamar Elementary School
- Pershing Elementary School
Professional Development Campuses:
- Neal Elementary School
- Rogers Middle School
Sarah Saatzer
Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies - Texas Lutheran University
Master of Science in Reading - Texas A&M University San Antonio
Intervention Campuses:
- Highland Park Elementary School
- Smith Elementary School
- Steele Montessori
Professional Development Campuses:
- Hirsch Elementary School
- Poe Middle School
Belinda Saavedra-Garza
Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education - University of New Mexico
Master of Arts in Special Education - University of New Mexico
Intervention Campus:
· JT Brackenridge Elementary School
Professional Development Campuses:
· Margil Academy
· Ogden Academy
Colleen Stack
Bachelor of Arts in Elementary and Special Education - Rowan University
Intervention Campuses:
· Huppertz Elementary School
· Woodlawn Hills Elementary School
Professional Development Campuses:
· Rogers Academy
· Longfellow Middle School
What is Dyslexia?
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ABOUT US
Email: csosa2@saisd.net
Website: www.saisd.net/dyslexia
Location: 439 Arbor Pl, San Antonio, TX 78207
Phone: 210-554-2570
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