Missy Purcell
@missypurcell.bsky.social
Dyslexia mom & former balanced literacy teacher who discovered the power of evidence-based reading. Advocating to ensure every child becomes a reader!
🚦 The road to reading is the same, but kids may need different stops along the way. Some need more phonics, others fluency—but Structured Literacy is NON-NEGOTIABLE. Every child deserves the right path to reading success!
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📖 Learn more: undivided.io/resources/ph...
February 9, 2025 at 5:30 PM
🚦 The road to reading is the same, but kids may need different stops along the way. Some need more phonics, others fluency—but Structured Literacy is NON-NEGOTIABLE. Every child deserves the right path to reading success!
📖 Learn more: undivided.io/resources/ph...
📖 Learn more: undivided.io/resources/ph...
HB307 just dropped in GA!
What does it aim to do?
✅Strengthen SB48 & HB538
✅Ban 3 Cueing
✅Strike Reading Recovery from GA code
Read the full bill here: legiscan.com/GA/bill/HB30...
#GAPOL
What does it aim to do?
✅Strengthen SB48 & HB538
✅Ban 3 Cueing
✅Strike Reading Recovery from GA code
Read the full bill here: legiscan.com/GA/bill/HB30...
#GAPOL
February 9, 2025 at 10:10 AM
HB307 just dropped in GA!
What does it aim to do?
✅Strengthen SB48 & HB538
✅Ban 3 Cueing
✅Strike Reading Recovery from GA code
Read the full bill here: legiscan.com/GA/bill/HB30...
#GAPOL
What does it aim to do?
✅Strengthen SB48 & HB538
✅Ban 3 Cueing
✅Strike Reading Recovery from GA code
Read the full bill here: legiscan.com/GA/bill/HB30...
#GAPOL
🎄”The best way to spread Christmas cheer is learning about inclusion here!”🎄
Buddy the Elf shows us that with the right supports, everyone can thrive! From Least Restrictive Environment to Accommodations, Buddy’s journey is a heartwarming example of inclusion and acceptance. 💚
Buddy the Elf shows us that with the right supports, everyone can thrive! From Least Restrictive Environment to Accommodations, Buddy’s journey is a heartwarming example of inclusion and acceptance. 💚
December 4, 2024 at 12:02 AM
🎄”The best way to spread Christmas cheer is learning about inclusion here!”🎄
Buddy the Elf shows us that with the right supports, everyone can thrive! From Least Restrictive Environment to Accommodations, Buddy’s journey is a heartwarming example of inclusion and acceptance. 💚
Buddy the Elf shows us that with the right supports, everyone can thrive! From Least Restrictive Environment to Accommodations, Buddy’s journey is a heartwarming example of inclusion and acceptance. 💚
Did you know that specifying a methodology in your child’s IEP can make a HUGE difference?
It ensures:
✅ Consistency in instruction
✅ Accountability from the school
✅ Tailored support for their unique needs
📖 Read more: misspurcell.com/blog/3-reasons-to-include-methodology-in-your-child-s-iep
It ensures:
✅ Consistency in instruction
✅ Accountability from the school
✅ Tailored support for their unique needs
📖 Read more: misspurcell.com/blog/3-reasons-to-include-methodology-in-your-child-s-iep
November 30, 2024 at 5:38 PM
Did you know that specifying a methodology in your child’s IEP can make a HUGE difference?
It ensures:
✅ Consistency in instruction
✅ Accountability from the school
✅ Tailored support for their unique needs
📖 Read more: misspurcell.com/blog/3-reasons-to-include-methodology-in-your-child-s-iep
It ensures:
✅ Consistency in instruction
✅ Accountability from the school
✅ Tailored support for their unique needs
📖 Read more: misspurcell.com/blog/3-reasons-to-include-methodology-in-your-child-s-iep
Dr. Katherine Post’s powerful statement in Out of My Mind, the movie adaptation of Sharon Draper’s brilliant book, perfectly encapsulates the struggle faced by countless parents advocating for their children in schools:
“Disabilities don’t hold students back—schools do.”
How do we change this?
“Disabilities don’t hold students back—schools do.”
How do we change this?
November 24, 2024 at 3:45 PM
Dr. Katherine Post’s powerful statement in Out of My Mind, the movie adaptation of Sharon Draper’s brilliant book, perfectly encapsulates the struggle faced by countless parents advocating for their children in schools:
“Disabilities don’t hold students back—schools do.”
How do we change this?
“Disabilities don’t hold students back—schools do.”
How do we change this?
Don’t miss this great case study of three GA districts who are transforming literacy: Fulton County School, Marietta City School and Grady Schools.
Spoiler 🚨: each district has a strong leader that chose to invest in literacy coaches and teacher training + more!
gpee.org/wp-content/u...
Spoiler 🚨: each district has a strong leader that chose to invest in literacy coaches and teacher training + more!
gpee.org/wp-content/u...
November 22, 2024 at 10:36 AM
Don’t miss this great case study of three GA districts who are transforming literacy: Fulton County School, Marietta City School and Grady Schools.
Spoiler 🚨: each district has a strong leader that chose to invest in literacy coaches and teacher training + more!
gpee.org/wp-content/u...
Spoiler 🚨: each district has a strong leader that chose to invest in literacy coaches and teacher training + more!
gpee.org/wp-content/u...
I’m thrilled to share that I’ve officially completed the Vanderbilt Advocacy Training Certification! This incredible program has deepened my knowledge and strengthened my commitment to helping families navigate the IEP and 504 processes with confidence.
November 21, 2024 at 2:58 PM
I’m thrilled to share that I’ve officially completed the Vanderbilt Advocacy Training Certification! This incredible program has deepened my knowledge and strengthened my commitment to helping families navigate the IEP and 504 processes with confidence.
Accommodations: Not Charity, but a Necessity for Equal Access!
✏️ Did you know that accommodations aren’t just “nice-to-haves” but LEGAL safeguards to ensure equal access to education for students with disabilities?
📖 Read the full post now: MissPurcell.com
✏️ Did you know that accommodations aren’t just “nice-to-haves” but LEGAL safeguards to ensure equal access to education for students with disabilities?
📖 Read the full post now: MissPurcell.com
November 17, 2024 at 7:22 PM
Accommodations: Not Charity, but a Necessity for Equal Access!
✏️ Did you know that accommodations aren’t just “nice-to-haves” but LEGAL safeguards to ensure equal access to education for students with disabilities?
📖 Read the full post now: MissPurcell.com
✏️ Did you know that accommodations aren’t just “nice-to-haves” but LEGAL safeguards to ensure equal access to education for students with disabilities?
📖 Read the full post now: MissPurcell.com