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Decoded -
A Science of Reading Learning Suite

Structured Literacy Implementation Partner

Serving Oregon Schools & Districts

Willamette Valley Dyslexia Center partners with schools and districts to strengthen foundational reading instruction through Structured Literacy systems aligned to the Science of Reading.

We support implementation — not isolated workshops.

“Structured Literacy benefits all learners—not only those with reading difficulties. Its explicit, systematic, and multisensory approach gives every student the tools to decode words, build vocabulary, and develop comprehension with confidence.”

Reading Together

What We Offer — And Why You Should Choose Us

At The Dyslexia Center, we believe that every learner deserves access to high-quality, research-based literacy instruction. That’s why we’ve built a platform filled with courses, resources, and tools designed to make the Science of Reading both practical and powerful. Whether you’re an educator, a parent, or a specialist, our courses give you clear, actionable steps to improve reading outcomes for all students.

What We Offer

Professional Development

  • Foundational Skills in Reading (FSR) training

  • Phonemic awareness and phonics alignment

  • Screening interpretation and instructional response

  • Structured writing connected to decoding

  • MTSS alignment for literacy

Aligned to:

  • Oregon Department of Education (ODE) guidance

  • IDA Knowledge and Practice Standards

  • Oregon screening and early literacy requirement

Implementation Coaching

  • Classroom observation and feedback

  • Instructional routine alignment

  • Decodable-to-grade-level progression planning

  • Progress monitoring systems

Academic Evaluation & Consultation
  • Independent academic testing

  • Data interpretation for IEP teams

  • Instructional planning recommendations

Why Structured Literacy Systems Matter

Research is clear:
Balanced approaches without explicit foundational instruction leave gaps.

Districts are facing:

  • Screening requirements across K–8

  • Increased dyslexia identification

  • Parent advocacy around IDEA and OAR compliance

  • The need for measurable progress monitoring

WVDC helps districts move from fragmented interventions to coherent literacy systems.

Partner With Us

We offer:

  • Single-site training days

  • Multi-session PD series

  • Semester implementation pilots

  • Districtwide consultation partnerships

Contact us to discuss a customized Structured Literacy plan for your district.

Why Choose Us

Research-Based and Field-Tested

Our approach is grounded in the Science of Reading and shaped by years of hands-on experience. We’ve seen what works for students with dyslexia, struggling readers, and those who simply need a boost. Every resource we create is tried, tested, and designed for real-world classrooms.

Built by Educators, for Educators

We know the challenges teachers and parents face because we’ve been there ourselves. Our courses are written in plain language, with plenty of practical examples—not just theory. You’ll find everything is made to be usable, flexible, and effective.

 

Support at Every Level

Whether you need a quick refresher, an entire literacy framework, or curriculum you can trust, we have an option for you. Our platform meets you where you are and grows with you as your confidence and skills expand.

Community and Connection

When you join our courses, you’re not learning in isolation. You become part of a growing community of educators and families committed to helping every child succeed.

Be the Change...

If you’re ready to stop guessing and start teaching reading with confidence, our Thinkific platform is the place to begin. From bite-sized tips to full-scale training and curriculum, we provide all things Science of Reading in one place. Join us, and give your students the gift of literacy that lasts a lifetime.

Check out our Learning Suite

Our Professional Learning Library offers a curated suite of trainings—including URD (Understanding Reading Difficulties), FSR (Foundations of Skilled Reading), and related sessions—designed to support educators, specialists, and families.

All learning is aligned with International Dyslexia Association (IDA) guidelines and Oregon Department of Education (ODE) literacy standards, ensuring accuracy, relevance, and instructional integrity.

The library is intentionally designed for busy professionals and parents, delivering the most current research, clear explanations, and practical application without unnecessary complexity. Each session bridges research to practice, helping participants understand why reading difficulties occur and how to respond with effective, evidence-based support.

This professional development suite supports shared understanding, instructional consistency, and confident decision-making across school, home, and intervention settings.

Course Listing

Click the links below to start your learning journey.

IN-PERSON schedule & registration form HERE

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Foundational Skills in Reading (FSR)

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In this session we will cover:

 

  • Definitions - IDA 2025 edition

  • Myths

  • Characteristics

  • Causes & neurological foundations

  • Risk factors

  • Early indicators

In this session we will cover:

 

  • Screening purpose & process

  • Interpreting screening results

  • Relationship to other disabilities

  • Role of instruction & environment

  • Parent commuication

  • Referral & Next steps

  • BONUS Chapter: Intro to SOR

In this session we will cover:

 

  • The Five Language Processing Systems

  • Explicit, Systematic, Cumulative Instruction

  • Relationships Among Foundational Skills

  • Cognitive & Behavioral Factors Affecting Literacy

  • Environmental / Cultural / Social Influences

  • Predictors of Reading Difficulty

  • Differences Between Skilled & Unskilled Readers

  • Developmental Progression of Literacy Skills

  • Changing Relationship Among Skills Over Time

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Intensifying Instruction (II)

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Decoded U.

July 20 - 24, 2026

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In this session we will cover:

 

  • Using data to identify need for intensification

  • Adjusting intensity (TIME, FREQUENCY, DURATION. Group Size)

  • Increasing explicitness, modeling, & scaffolding

  • Error Analysis

  • Targeted intervention & Planning using data

  • Progress monitoring & Adjustment

  • Knowing when to change intervention

  • When to refer for evaluation

  • Interaction withTIER 1, 2 & 3 (MTSS)

What You’ll Learn

• Understanding Reading for Dyslexia (URD) foundations
• Foundational Skills in Reading (FSR) aligned to current research
• Instructional routines that make sense and are easy to implement
• Phoneme–grapheme mapping and decoding routines
• Data tracking and progress monitoring that informs instruction
• MTSS alignment — connecting classroom instruction to intervention and the special education pipeline
• Understanding Dyslexia Screening Laws and what they mean for schools

Who Should Attend

• Classroom teachers
• Interventionists
• Special educators
• Reading specialists
• School leaders

Optional Day 4: Decoded Curriculum Training

July 24 (additional registration fee)

Participants may add a fourth day focused on implementing the Decoded curriculum in the upcoming school year.

This session includes:
• Curriculum structure and lesson flow
• Materials and instructional routines
• Implementation planning for fall instruction

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STRUCTURED LITERACY INSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

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$900.

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