Dyslexia
Dyslexia is a neurological language-based learning disability that primarily affects the skills involved in accurate and fluent reading and spelling. 1 in 5, or 20% of Oklahomans, including children, show signs of dyslexia.
Impact
Payne Education Center, a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit, is a resource and referral center that trains teachers to teach reading in a way that works for ALL students, including those with dyslexia while providing professional resources to Oklahoma families.
Trainings
1,014 educators, professionals, parents, and advocates trained in 2018.
Certifications
61 trainees worked toward or gained national dyslexia certifications in 2018.
Referrals
Over 1,920 hours of referral services provided to parents and educators.
News
A MESSAGE TO OUR SUPPORTERS, DONORS, AND EDUCATION PARTNERS
As all businesses and nonprofits face the COVID-19 pandemic, Payne Education Center is adapting and learning how to survive and thrive during this time. We are currently following all suggested state requirements and are continuing to maintain operations from our...