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Updated February 2026 In just three months, Sam, an 11-year-old with dyslexia, gained a full grade level in reading and spelling through virtual OG tutoring. Sam’s story shows what’s possible with the right academic support. Student Profile Sam’s Background When Sam’s parents first reached out, they were running out of options. Their daughter had recently […]

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Updated February 2026 Student Profile Rebecca’s Background Rebecca, a third grader with dyslexia and ADHD, began tutoring with Strive Learning Solutions in Winter 2024 reading well below grade level. While she was naturally intelligent and curious, she lacked confidence as a reader. During our goal setting process, Rebecca set two simple (yet challenging) goals: to […]

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Updated February 2026 In today’s blog post, we will look at why early identification of dyslexia is important. But first, let’s start with ensuring we understand dyslexia and its impact. Quick Overview Early identification of dyslexia changes the trajectory of a child’s academic and emotional development. When reading challenges are recognized early, students gain access […]

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Updated February 2026 In today’s blog post, we’ll look at 5 signs your child may benefit from Orton-Gillingham tutoring. If your child is struggling with reading and spelling, you’re not alone. On average, students in America are half a grade level behind pre-pandemic levels in reading. While many parents are told by teachers to be […]

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Updated February 2026 There are both pros and cons of virtual and in-person tutoring. Especially since the pandemic, teachers, parents, and students seem more open and skilled at learning online. With that said, an overwhelming majority of students still meet with their tutors in-person, with only 26% opting for virtual sessions. In today’s blog post, […]

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Updated February 2026 It should come as no surprise that the cost Orton-Gillingham tutoring, like practically everything else, has increased over the last several years. In this blog post, we will look at what Orton-Gillingham is, the average costs, and the influencing factors on the cost of tutoring. Quick Overview The cost of Orton-Gillingham tutoring […]

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Updated February 2026 While the end goal of reading is comprehension, this also seems to be the hardest aspect of reading for many students. Far too often, students can be engaged in a book, but when you ask them any reading comprehension questions, you receive blank stares. They may be decoding the text, but if […]

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Updated February 2026 Unfortunately, you cannot simply give a child a book and have them magically learn how to read. This is especially true for students needing high-quality, effective dyslexia intervention. So how are you support readers with dyslexia? What are the components of effective dyslexia intervention? While there are countless misconceptions about dyslexia, the […]

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