Evaluations for Dyslexia & Other Learning Differences

In 2020, the Dyslexia Center of Austin launched an Evaluation Program to help students and families find answers by providing comprehensive, reduced-rate educational evaluations for dyslexia and other learning differences. We help families answer the question, “Why is my bright child struggling to read, spell, and write?”


What is an educational evaluation?

An educational evaluation/psychoeducational evaluation identifies areas of strength and weakness in a student’s learning profile and provides a deeper understanding of their educational abilities. This type of evaluation can determine the presence of specific learning disabilities that may be contributing to a challenging educational experience.


DATA IS POWER

If your child is struggling academically, an educational evaluation can provide the answers you need to plan for your child’s academic journey. The process involves gathering information from various sources and formal testing methods. The information collected is used to gain a comprehensive understanding of your child’s strengths and weaknesses and make an accurate diagnosis if appropriate. The formal report will include recommendations and strategies to help your child overcome challenges and achieve goals as well as any testing and/or classroom accommodations that should be considered to help your child maximize their potential. Our evaluations meet the criteria for application to the college board for accommodations on testing such as the ACT and SAT as well as the criteria for universities and colleges needing documentation for the provision of an accommodation plan.


meet the team

Our exceptional team of Educational Diagnosticians, who are also Certified Academic Language Therapists, have a deep-rooted knowledge of dyslexia and other learning differences. They genuinely understand the identification and remediation process and can help families unlock their child’s full potential.

 

Katy Vassar, M.Ed.
LDT, CALT-QI, ED DIAG
Evaluation Program Coordinator

Kari Steward, M.Ed.
LDT, CALT-QI, ED DIAG

Tammy Grovatt, M.Ed.
LDT, CALT, ED DIAG

 

Marta Maupin-Garcia, M.Ed.
LDT, CALT, ED DIAG

Mickie Plaisance, M.Ed.
LDT, CALT, ED DIAG

Katie McEuen, M.Ed.
LDT, CALT, ED DIAG

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Sarah Sprague, M.Ed.
LDT, CALT, ED DIAG

 

next steps

If you suspect your child has dyslexia or other learning differences, we can help you find answers. For more information, please email info@dyslexiacenterofaustin.org.

Cost: $1,200

Evaluation scholarship

Dyslexia Center of Austin believes in the power of early identification. To help families in financial need, we offer scholarships for a comprehensive educational evaluation provided by one of our Educational Diagnosticians.

Applications are reviewed by the Dyslexia Center of Austin’s Board and awarded based on need and available funds. If awarded a scholarship, the recipient will receive $450 off the $1,200 rate.

Scholarship Evaluation Rate: $750

Evaluation Scholarship Application

 
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What to expect

  • During the initial phone call, there will be a brief discussion about your child and any concerns you have in order to make sure that an educational evaluation is the right path for you and will address your needs.

  • Once it is determined that our evaluation services are the right fit,  you will receive an initial packet of documents for you to read over and sign.

  • Once the initial documents are filled out and signed you will be sent an invoice for a 50% non-refundable deposit. After payment is received you will be contacted to schedule a date for the testing session.

  • The second payment installment will be due no later than the day before the date of the testing session.

  • The testing session will occur, typically lasting about 5-6 hours.

  • A follow-up meeting within two weeks of the testing session will occur to discuss the results of the evaluation and answer any questions you may have.

  • A finalized electronic copy of the report will be sent to you for your records.

  • Depending on the results of the evaluation you may want to share the results with the appropriate professionals at any academic institution being attended to decide if an accommodation plan is in need.

  • All evaluations meet the criteria for application to the College Board for accommodations on testing such as the ACT and SAT.

  • All evaluations meet the criteria for universities and colleges needing documentation for the provision of an accommodation plan.