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DenCoKID builds our community's awareness of dyslexia, provides a web of support for the families and educators of students with dyslexia, and advocates for improved learning outcomes for all Denver kids.

Whether you are a parent/guardian of a struggling learner or you are a teacher wondering how you can help, DenCoKID is here for you. 

LITERACY AND JUSTICE FOR ALL!​

ADVOCACY & EQUITY

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Advocating for school-based screening and early identification of dyslexia 

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Promoting the science of reading through structured literacy in all schools

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Supporting local, state, and federal policy and legislation

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Collaborating with the Denver Public School District and other community partners

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Raising community awareness through dyslexia simulation and learning opportunities 

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Promoting self-advocacy for students and a focus on strengths

DenCoKID builds our community's awareness of dyslexia, provides a web of support for the families and educators of students with dyslexia, and advocates for improved learning outcomes for all Denver kids.

Whether you are a parent/guardian of a struggling learner or you are a teacher wondering how you can help, DenCoKID is here for you. 

LITERACY AND JUSTICE FOR ALL!​

Who We Serve

Family

Schools

Community

DenCoKID is based in Denver, Colorado.

Our group was born out of a statewide organization called COKID, Colorado Kids Identified with Dyslexia.

We are a grassroots group of mostly families and educators dedicated to matching other families and educators, in Denver County, with supports for individuals with dyslexia; advocating for early identification and the most effective, school-based instruction for kids with dyslexia and other language-based learning differences in ALL Denver schools; and we seek to
work collaboratively to increase awareness and educate the community about dyslexia and other language-based
learning differences.

Our Services

Community Advocacy and Support

01

Dyslexia Simulation

Participants are guided through six learning tasks commonly encountered in the classroom or workplace. These activities are followed by a group discussion, focussed on experiences shared and lessons learned. 

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Educator Resources

A guide to classroom resources and curricula based on the science of reading. This guide can assist with recognizing dyslexia in the classroom

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Community Support Network

Join us for monthly Family Support groups or events.

Explore topics such as:

  • Common signs of dyslexia at home

  • Ins-and-Outs of an IEP and 504

  • Success stories and pitfalls

  • What to look for in school selection

  • Shared resources for private evaluations and tutors

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Legislative Advocacy

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Advocating for District wide dyslexia screening within the Denver Public School system.

Our 
Successes

More than 800 people spoke up for free dyslexia screening for all...and Denver Public School district heard us!

The addition of  universal dyslexia screening to DPS board policy is an affirmative step toward early identification of dyslexia for all students and would not have occurred without your efforts

Progress

Many of us wrote to the DPS board, made public comments, or signed the petition in favor of the dyslexia screening policy promulgated by Director Auon’tai Anderson.  When the DPS board voted, they opted to make dyslexia screening an “Ends Policy.”  That policy reads, in pertinent part:

 

All students, regardless of home language status, will be screened for dyslexia and other reading difficulties, and will be identified at an early age and begin receiving interventions prior to the completion of second grade to provide a solid foundation for learning.  In addition, the district commits to screening new students entering the district.

Our Work Continues 

DenCoKID continues to dialogue with DPS to

 

(1) determine how the district will make the screening a reality provided for in the policy 

(2) advocate that the screening take place in kindergarten and first grade

(3) ensure that the district attends to the needs of older students whose dyslexia was not identified and remediated in early elementary grades.

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“If you don’t walk in their shoes, you really don’t understand how to help them.”

Maria, Special Educator

Host an Experience Dyslexia Simulation

This empathy-building simulation allows participants to experience some of the challenges and frustrations faced by people with attention and language-based learning differences. Participants are guided through six learning tasks commonly encountered in the classroom or workplace. These activities are followed by a group discussion, focussed on experiences shared and lessons learned. 

 *Note: Participating Colorado educators may receive a certificate worth 2 hours of continuing education credit for recertification.

Upcoming Events

CONTACT US

DenCoKID’s intent is to help families and educators in creating a web of support with others having similar experiences. This group operates independently of any outside service organization and is not intended to provide educational, medical, legal, or counseling service or advice.

720-222-4704

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