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Announcement: Colleen Chow Appointed to OGA Board of Trustees (Canada’s only member) Announcement: Colleen Chow Appointed to OGA Board of Trustees (Canada’s only member)

We are pleased to announce that Colleen Chow, Fraser Academy’s Executive Director, Training & Learning, was recently appointed to the Orton-Gillingham Academy (OGA) Board of Trustees.
Free Early Literacy Screening Free Early Literacy Screening

We are proud to be launching an Early Literacy Screening pilot program (for children 4-7 years old), starting in January 2023.
New Video: Think dyslexia. Think potential. New Video: Think dyslexia. Think potential.

We are thrilled to share a new video that spotlights the need for education to support children with dyslexia. It reflects our path to effect system change and ensure society respects the potential of all dyslexic students.
October is Dyslexia Awareness Month October is Dyslexia Awareness Month

October is recognized throughout the world as Dyslexia Awareness Month! Locally, we are pleased to share that the City of Vancouver has again accepted our request to proclaim this month as Dyslexia Awareness Month.
Big News! Orton-Gillingham Accreditation Big News! Orton-Gillingham Accreditation

Fraser Academy is the first K-12 school in Canada to receive an Orton-Gillingham Academy (OGA) accreditation.
How Orton-Gillingham Changed My Teaching Practice How Orton-Gillingham Changed My Teaching Practice

As a result of my training, when I meet with parents who are concerned about their child’s reading, spelling or writing difficulties, I am able to describe and explain the specific skills that need to be supported.
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