Guest guest Posted March 8, 2011 Report Share Posted March 8, 2011 Hi, I'm looking for some input on my 2nd grader's reading comprehension issues. He's mainstreamed and receives the curriculum in that class and is reported to be on target and in the highest reading group. However, as part of having an ASD, language delays and reading comprehension continue to present as challenges for many of our kids, my son included. I heard through the grapevine that the moodbell programs were purchased and disseminated throughout the district (Broward) and it was recommended my son begin to receive this program. He's currently meeting with an SLP (not the cluster SLP) twice a week with 3 other general Ed kids where she works on reading skills, but isn't using a specific program. The school indicated the lindamoodbell program is for the cluster kids and that the training is expensive and that they don't believe my son's reading challenges warrant such an intensive program. I'm confused by these statements. His testing clearly demonstrates gaps in his comprehension that if not addressed will continue to present issues, particularly when he's required to take the FCAT next year. Any input? Thanks! Sent from my iPhone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 8, 2011 Report Share Posted March 8, 2011 I feel your pain. My son has a similar problem m he can read but doesn't always comprehend or retain the information. He has A's and B's in school and is yet been able to pass the dreaded FCAT and he is now in 9th grade. If you find an answer please let me know.Sent on the Sprint® Now Network from my BlackBerry®From: austintandt@...Sender: sList Date: Tue, 8 Mar 2011 10:42:16 -0500To: Parent_to_Parents <Parent_to_Parents >; sList <sList >ReplyTo: sList Subject: moodbell programs Hi,I'm looking for some input on my 2nd grader's reading comprehension issues. He's mainstreamed and receives the curriculum in that class and is reported to be on target and in the highest reading group. However, as part of having an ASD, language delays and reading comprehension continue to present as challenges for many of our kids, my son included.I heard through the grapevine that the moodbell programs were purchased and disseminated throughout the district (Broward) and it was recommended my son begin to receive this program.He's currently meeting with an SLP (not the cluster SLP) twice a week with 3 other general Ed kids where she works on reading skills, but isn't using a specific program. The school indicated the lindamoodbell program is for the cluster kids and that the training is expensive and that they don't believe my son's reading challenges warrant such an intensive program. I'm confused by these statements. His testing clearly demonstrates gaps in his comprehension that if not addressed will continue to present issues, particularly when he's required to take the FCAT next year.Any input? Thanks!Sent from my iPhone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 8, 2011 Report Share Posted March 8, 2011 The school can be trained to do Visualizing and Verbalizing which is a LMB program for comprehension. Always Ana Brushinghamr>Subject: Re: moodbell programsTo: sList Date: Tuesday, March 8, 2011, 11:50 AM I feel your pain. My son has a similar problem m he can read but doesn't always comprehend or retain the information. He has A's and B's in school and is yet been able to pass the dreaded FCAT and he is now in 9th grade. If you find an answer please let me know.Sent on the Sprint® Now Network from my BlackBerry®From: austintandt@... Sender: sList Date: Tue, 8 Mar 2011 10:42:16 -0500To: Parent_to_Parents <Parent_to_Parents >; sList <sList >ReplyTo: sList Subject: moodbell programs Hi, I'm looking for some input on my 2nd grader's reading comprehension issues. He's mainstreamed and receives the curriculum in that class and is reported to be on target and in the highest reading group. However, as part of having an ASD, language delays and reading comprehension continue to present as challenges for many of our kids, my son included. I heard through the grapevine that the moodbell programs were purchased and disseminated throughout the district (Broward) and it was recommended my son begin to receive this program. He's currently meeting with an SLP (not the cluster SLP) twice a week with 3 other general Ed kids where she works on reading skills, but isn't using a specific program. The school indicated the lindamoodbell program is for the cluster kids and that the training is expensive and that they don't believe my son's reading challenges warrant such an intensive program. I'm confused by these statements. His testing clearly demonstrates gaps in his comprehension that if not addressed will continue to present issues, particularly when he's required to take the FCAT next year. Any input? Thanks! Sent from my iPhone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 8, 2011 Report Share Posted March 8, 2011 He wasn't held back, was he?I recently learned my son won't necessarily be held back even if he doesn't pass the FCAT. That was a relief! Sent from my iPhone I feel your pain. My son has a similar problem m he can read but doesn't always comprehend or retain the information. He has A's and B's in school and is yet been able to pass the dreaded FCAT and he is now in 9th grade. If you find an answer please let me know.Sent on the Sprint® Now Network from my BlackBerry®From: austintandt@... Sender: sList Date: Tue, 8 Mar 2011 10:42:16 -0500To: Parent_to_Parents <Parent_to_Parents >; sList <sList >ReplyTo: sList Subject: moodbell programs Hi, I'm looking for some input on my 2nd grader's reading comprehension issues. He's mainstreamed and receives the curriculum in that class and is reported to be on target and in the highest reading group. However, as part of having an ASD, language delays and reading comprehension continue to present as challenges for many of our kids, my son included. I heard through the grapevine that the moodbell programs were purchased and disseminated throughout the district (Broward) and it was recommended my son begin to receive this program. He's currently meeting with an SLP (not the cluster SLP) twice a week with 3 other general Ed kids where she works on reading skills, but isn't using a specific program. The school indicated the lindamoodbell program is for the cluster kids and that the training is expensive and that they don't believe my son's reading challenges warrant such an intensive program. I'm confused by these statements. His testing clearly demonstrates gaps in his comprehension that if not addressed will continue to present issues, particularly when he's required to take the FCAT next year. Any input? Thanks! Sent from my iPhone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 8, 2011 Report Share Posted March 8, 2011 I held him back once in 3rd grade. He was a July baby, so on the young side. I figured it couldn't hurt.Sent on the Sprint® Now Network from my BlackBerry®From: austintandt@...Sender: sList Date: Tue, 8 Mar 2011 14:53:53 -0500To: sList <sList >ReplyTo: sList Subject: Re: moodbell programs He wasn't held back, was he?I recently learned my son won't necessarily be held back even if he doesn't pass the FCAT. That was a relief! Sent from my iPhone I feel your pain. My son has a similar problem m he can read but doesn't always comprehend or retain the information. He has A's and B's in school and is yet been able to pass the dreaded FCAT and he is now in 9th grade. If you find an answer please let me know.Sent on the Sprint® Now Network from my BlackBerry®From: austintandt@...Sender: sList Date: Tue, 8 Mar 2011 10:42:16 -0500To: Parent_to_Parents <Parent_to_Parents >; sList <sList >ReplyTo: sList Subject: moodbell programs Hi,I'm looking for some input on my 2nd grader's reading comprehension issues. He's mainstreamed and receives the curriculum in that class and is reported to be on target and in the highest reading group. However, as part of having an ASD, language delays and reading comprehension continue to present as challenges for many of our kids, my son included.I heard through the grapevine that the moodbell programs were purchased and disseminated throughout the district (Broward) and it was recommended my son begin to receive this program.He's currently meeting with an SLP (not the cluster SLP) twice a week with 3 other general Ed kids where she works on reading skills, but isn't using a specific program. The school indicated the lindamoodbell program is for the cluster kids and that the training is expensive and that they don't believe my son's reading challenges warrant such an intensive program. I'm confused by these statements. His testing clearly demonstrates gaps in his comprehension that if not addressed will continue to present issues, particularly when he's required to take the FCAT next year.Any input? Thanks!Sent from my iPhone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 9, 2011 Report Share Posted March 9, 2011 I heard all of the cluster teachers were trained and that the cluster kids are now receiving this program. That’s great news! From: ana brushingham Sent: Tuesday, March 08, 2011 1:50 PM To: sList Subject: Re: moodbell programs The school can be trained to do Visualizing and Verbalizing which is a LMB program for comprehension. AlwaysAna Brushinghamr> Subject: Re: moodbell programsTo: sList Date: Tuesday, March 8, 2011, 11:50 AM I feel your pain. My son has a similar problem m he can read but doesn't always comprehend or retain the information. He has A's and B's in school and is yet been able to pass the dreaded FCAT and he is now in 9th grade. If you find an answer please let me know. Sent on the Sprint® Now Network from my BlackBerry® From: austintandt@... Sender: sList Date: Tue, 8 Mar 2011 10:42:16 -0500 To: Parent_to_Parents <Parent_to_Parents >; sList <sList > ReplyTo: sList Subject: moodbell programs Hi,I'm looking for some input on my 2nd grader's reading comprehension issues. He's mainstreamed and receives the curriculum in that class and is reported to be on target and in the highest reading group. However, as part of having an ASD, language delays and reading comprehension continue to present as challenges for many of our kids, my son included.I heard through the grapevine that the moodbell programs were purchased and disseminated throughout the district (Broward) and it was recommended my son begin to receive this program.He's currently meeting with an SLP (not the cluster SLP) twice a week with 3 other general Ed kids where she works on reading skills, but isn't using a specific program. The school indicated the lindamoodbell program is for the cluster kids and that the training is expensive and that they don't believe my son's reading challenges warrant such an intensive program. I'm confused by these statements. His testing clearly demonstrates gaps in his comprehension that if not addressed will continue to present issues, particularly when he's required to take the FCAT next year.Any input? Thanks!Sent from my iPhone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 9, 2011 Report Share Posted March 9, 2011 The LMB program is incredibly expensive and only a small number of teachers have been trained so schools are very particular about which children get to try it. In my case, the program was somewhat helpful in reinforcing basic reading but only marginally useful in developing reading comprehension. It could be a good part of a more comprehensive reading program if schools could afford to use it more. A warning: the LMB program is offered directly to parents and kids at various locations (including Weston). Again, it is horribly expensive and in my opinion, less effective than when used by a teacher. > > > I feel your pain. My son has a similar problem m he can read but doesn't always comprehend or retain the information. He has A's and B's in school and is yet been able to pass the dreaded FCAT and he is now in 9th grade. > > If you find an answer please let me know. > > > > > > > > Sent on the Sprint® Now Network from my BlackBerry® > > > > From: austintandt@... > > Sender: sList > > Date: Tue, 8 Mar 2011 10:42:16 -0500 > > To: Parent_to_Parents <Parent_to_Parents >; sList <sList > > > ReplyTo: sList > > Subject: moodbell programs > > > > > > Hi, > > > > I'm looking for some input on my 2nd grader's reading comprehension issues. He's mainstreamed and receives the curriculum in that class and is reported to be on target and in the highest reading group. > > > > However, as part of having an ASD, language delays and reading comprehension continue to present as challenges for many of our kids, my son included. > > > > I heard through the grapevine that the moodbell programs were purchased and disseminated throughout the district (Broward) and it was recommended my son begin to receive this program. > > > > He's currently meeting with an SLP (not the cluster SLP) twice a week with 3 other general Ed kids where she works on reading skills, but isn't using a specific program. > > > > The school indicated the lindamoodbell program is for the cluster kids and that the training is expensive and that they don't believe my son's reading challenges warrant such an intensive program. > > > > I'm confused by these statements. His testing clearly demonstrates gaps in his comprehension that if not addressed will continue to present issues, particularly when he's required to take the FCAT next year. > > > > Any input? > > > > Thanks! > > > > Sent from my iPhone > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 9, 2011 Report Share Posted March 9, 2011 There are several different moodbell programs around in Broward Public Schools. You need to tell us the name of the program before we can provide you with input. The V & V program (Visualizing & Verbalizing) is used by many SLPs who are not in the cluster. Reading is mainly about comprehension. Reading has no purpose if you don't comprehend. I buy books that are easy to read, and then I change things in the book. I use our names, our friends' names etc. Leaving reading comprehension to the teachers won't help you. It takes too long and requires to much one-on-one. It is much easier for the kids to improve doing this at home. Subject: Re: moodbell programsTo: sList Date: Wednesday, March 9, 2011, 12:26 PM The LMB program is incredibly expensive and only a small number of teachers have been trained so schools are very particular about which children get to try it. In my case, the program was somewhat helpful in reinforcing basic reading but only marginally useful in developing reading comprehension. It could be a good part of a more comprehensive reading program if schools could afford to use it more.A warning: the LMB program is offered directly to parents and kids at various locations (including Weston). Again, it is horribly expensive and in my opinion, less effective than when used by a teacher.> > > I feel your pain. My son has a similar problem m he can read but doesn't always comprehend or retain the information. He has A's and B's in school and is yet been able to pass the dreaded FCAT and he is now in 9th grade. > > If you find an answer please let me know.> > > > > > > > Sent on the Sprint® Now Network from my BlackBerry®> > > > > Sender: sList > > Date: Tue, 8 Mar 2011 10:42:16 -0500> > To: Parent_to_Parents <Parent_to_Parents >; sList <sList >> > ReplyTo: sList > > Subject: moodbell programs> > > > > > Hi,> > > > I'm looking for some input on my 2nd grader's reading comprehension issues. He's mainstreamed and receives the curriculum in that class and is reported to be on target and in the highest reading group. > > > > However, as part of having an ASD, language delays and reading comprehension continue to present as challenges for many of our kids, my son included.> > > > I heard through the grapevine that the moodbell programs were purchased and disseminated throughout the district (Broward) and it was recommended my son begin to receive this program.> > > > He's currently meeting with an SLP (not the cluster SLP) twice a week with 3 other general Ed kids where she works on reading skills, but isn't using a specific program. > > > > The school indicated the lindamoodbell program is for the cluster kids and that the training is expensive and that they don't believe my son's reading challenges warrant such an intensive program. > > > > I'm confused by these statements. His testing clearly demonstrates gaps in his comprehension that if not addressed will continue to present issues, particularly when he's required to take the FCAT next year.> > > > Any input? > > > > Thanks!> > > > Sent from my iPhone> >> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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