In April 2021, a new set of laws designed to strengthen dyslexia supports for Ohio students went into effect that establish: HB436 also establishes a timeline for implementing this new legislation. Beginning school year: We anticipate more information, including a Dyslexia Guidebook from the Ohio Dyslexia Committee to be released soon. Please check back for updates, as they will be posted here as they become available.
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See the full text of House Bill 436
May 12, 2021
ODE established the Ohio Dyslexia Committee.
By no later than
December 31, 2021The Ohio Dyslexia Committee develops a Dyslexia Guidebook for screening, intervention, and remediation.
2022 – 2023
Tier I dyslexia screening to take place for all kindergarten students after the first day in January
All K – 3 students receive Tier I Universal Dyslexia Screening
Students in grades 4 -6 are screened, upon request, ensuring parent consent
Tier II dyslexia screening for each at-risk student not making significant progress in reading and writing by the 6th week after identification.
Districts establish a multi-sensory literacy certification process for teachers.
2023 – 2024
K – 1 teachers, including special education complete required number of instructional hours in approved special education course aligned to the Dyslexia Guidebook.
2024 – 2025
Grades 2 – 3 teachers, including special education complete required number of instructional hours in approved special education course aligned to the Dyslexia Guidebook.
2025 – 2026
Grades 4 – 12 teachers, including special education complete required number of instructional hours in approved special education course aligned to the Dyslexia Guidebook.
Lynn McKahan, M.S.
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Tamie Cruz, M.A.
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Ginna Fall, M.Ed.
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Heather Gaskins, M.F.C.S.
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Jackie Jacoby, M.Ed.
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Deborah Nagel, M.A.
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Aaron Weisbrod, M.Ed.
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