Testimonials
“I cannot think of a better introduction to the scholarly world of learning than the Biblically based curriculum offered at Appleton Christian School. Thank you and may the Lord continue to bless you all!”
~ ACS parent, MG“ACS has been for me a powerful ally in teaching my child about God’s goodness and truth. I know my child could not have been in better hands than with her pre-school teachers.”
~ ACS parent, FT“Our commitment was to provide a solid foundation for our kids while they were younger, knowing full well that these were their most impressionable years. The dividends we’ve received are evidence that our “investment” was worth the sacrifices we’ve made for them. It became a part of our budget in the same way that our mortgage payment, utilities, insurance, groceries, etc., were. It was a necessary expense not an optional one.”
~ former ACS parents, G&KK“The Dyslexia Reading Program is a wonderful tool to help the students learn in a way that they can be successful. In a few months, our grandchild has more confidence in reading and math. We know the confidence level will just continue to increase. When we count our blessings, we count ACS twice. To God be the glory.”
~ ACS grandparent, EK“Our son will be attending the Spring break conference hosted by the Campus Ministry of Campus Crusade for Christ in Panama City Beach, FL. Thanks to ACS for providing the opportunity and experience through the Leadership conference. He loves to WRITE and SING his heart out to Jesus with his guitar!”
~ Alumni Parent, IJ
Monthly Archives: July 2010
Learning About Dyslexia: It’s More Than A Myth
by Nancy Menn, Director – Dyslexia Reading Connection
A common myth about dyslexia is that dyslexic people see things backwards. This is not true. Dyslexia is not a vision problem, it is a language processing disorder unrelated to vision. However, many people — both dyslexic and non — suffer from a condition called Scotopic Sensitivity Syndrome (SSS.) It is also called Irlen Syndrome after Helen Irlen who first identified the problem and the solution.
People with SSS see a variety of distortions on the page (and often in their world at large.) The distortions can vary from slight to severe and can include letters that move around on the page, words or portions that fade away, the white standing out so prominently that the black cannot be identified as letters, flashes of color on the page, shadows of colors on the page, and a variety of other distortions. People with SSS also experience physical discomfort such as headaches, eye pain or fatigue, restlessness, dizziness, or nausea from reading. The distortions and discomfort make reading from “slow and difficult” to impossible.
SSS is most noticeable when reading black print on bright, white paper under fluorescent lights. The brain processes the different colors of the light spectrum at different speeds. Thus, the eye functions perfectly but, the image that reaches the portion of the brain that interprets what the eyes have seen is distorted. People with SSS do not realize that others are not dealing with the same image that they see. They often wonder how others read so easily when it’s so hard for them. Children may seem inattentive or poorly motivated when they are simply seeking relief from a painful activity.
The condition is hereditary. There is no cure but, for many people the use of colored overlays or colored filters are effective in reducing or eliminating the distortions and discomfort. A person who is dyslexic will still need instruction in reading but SSS must be addressed first. For a person who is not dyslexic, eliminating the distortions opens up the world of reading instantly. Dyslexia Reading Connection® has a Certified Irlen Screener on staff. See www.Irlen.com for more information. Call Nancy Menn if you want to discuss concerns about Irlen Syndrome or dyslexia for yourself or your child (920-422-2665).