Marianne Jones, Director

March brings a renewed sense of excitement and forward motion at the Central New York Children’s Dyslexia Center. The steady routines established earlier in the year continue to pay off, and we are seeing meaningful growth across all levels of instruction.

Our students remain deeply engaged in their learning and our trainees have also shared encouraging reflections this month. Many report that the structured literacy approach they are learning has strengthened their ability to differentiate instruction and better meet the diverse needs of their students. Seeing this knowledge move from the training room into classrooms reinforces the long-term impact of our work—not just for individual students, but for entire school communities.

By the time you receive this newsletter, our 12th Annual Gala will be only days away, and we are incredibly excited. We are looking forward to a wonderful evening at Harts Hill Inn, highlighted by the entertainment of Robert Channing, Mentalist. We are deeply grateful for the tremendous support, generosity, and donations that make this event possible. The Gala is a true celebration of our mission and the community that stands behind it.

We are also looking ahead and actively planning for next year’s training program, which will begin in July. At this time, we are seeking candidates who are interested in becoming trained tutors through our program. Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree. Those interested in learning more about the training opportunity are encouraged to contact the Center directly for additional information.

As always, we remain thankful for the continued support of our community, including the Cans and Bottles Collection held on the last Wednesday and Thursday of each month. These efforts—along with the dedication of our tutors, families, board members, donors, and community partners—help sustain the life-changing services we provide.

Thank you for being part of our journey. We look forward to celebrating together and continuing this important work in the months ahead.