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Conquering Dyslexia in the Felicianas By Patricia Stallman
Pictured left: John Paul Hodges, 19, began taking welding classes at BRCC– Jackson during his senior year at Centreville Academy. He completed the requirements for a welding certification on July 15, 2019. On July 23, 2019, he tested his skills at a welding test center (Weld Test in Baton Rouge) where he met the requirements to earn a certification in structural welding that will allow him to work anywhere in the United States. Photograph provided by John Paul Hodges
John Paul Hodges, 19, of Clinton, graduated from Centreville Academy last spring as an A/B Honor Roll student. Brandi Phipps Hodges, his stepmother, quickly notes that he missed the A Honor Roll designation by only two points (one of his senior year grades was a “B”). She ticks off some of his other accolades: Presidential Academic Excellence award, scholar athlete award (he played center on Centreville’s football team), and Tiger Award, which honors a player who demonstrated integrity, character and self-motivation. A few years earlier, when he was 17, the Masonic lodge of Clinton, Olive Lodge 52, had also
West Feliciana School District AP Scores 10th in State By Georgia Dudley
At the Top! When Louisiana’s Department of Education released Advanced Placement district scores recently, West Feliciana learned that it ranks 10th of the State’s 131 districts—a huge success, as almost 30 percent of West Feliciana High School students took at least one AP exam last year. Because a score of at least 3 out of 5 on a national end-of-course examination allows students to earn college credit at many colleges around the State and nation, Louisiana measures AP success on how many students score at least a 3. West Feliciana broke school records with many of its AP scores, meeting or exceeding the national average in AP Calculus AB, AP Human Geography, AP English Language and AP Computer Science Principles. In addition, West Feliciana High School increased the percentage of students earning a 3 or higher by 5 percent, and increased college readiness scores by 10 percent when using the AP scores to calculate readiness. Overall, during 2018–2019, through their scores on the Advanced Place-
ment exams, WFHS students earned 936 credit hours that many colleges and universities will accept upon the students’ post-secondary enrollment. NMSI Partnership For the past three years, West Feliciana has been fortunate to partner with the National Math and Science Initiative, which has funded professional development for the teachers and supplies for the AP classrooms. NMSI also rewards the students for college credit qualifying scores by giving them a $100 check for every score of a 3 or higher on an English, mathematics or science AP exam. NMSI will distribute those checks to the students towards the end of the semester. The support for the teachers and the incentive for the students have helped tremendously as WFHS has focused on improving scores. AP Advantages The goal is to continue preparing students for college by teaching them time management skills and good study habits, while also allowing them to skip basic college courses when enrolling at a college or university. Sophia Holland, the AP English See WEST on page 5
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awarded him its honesty and integrity award. The members knew him well, as, years before, when he was in elementary school, the Masons had helped him overcome his learning difference by referring him to Dr. Alan Taylor for testing and then paying the bill. Taylor, Mrs. Hodges recalls, reassured the Hodges family: Everything checked out. He’s just dyslexic. Even earlier, the summer af-
ter John Paul completed second grade, his family had arranged for a private evaluation at McMains Children’s Development Center in Baton Rouge. There, Dr. Cherri Penton and the McMains team tested his IQ and educational levels, and assessed his occupational, speech and language levels, along with his mental health, to make the first official diagnosis of John Paul’s educational challenges. From fourth through sixth grade, the Masons provided JP the teachers and the tools, at Slaughter Elementary School, to master reading. Perfect Timing During JP’s first and second grade years at Silliman Institute— John Paul’s father is an alumnus— teachers thought that perhaps the See DYSLEXIA on page 2
As Soon as They Stepped off the Bus: Welcome Back! The school year is off to a great start in West Feliciana! Teachers who spent the summer preparing for students were excited to greet them at the door as they arrived! WAFB reporters broadWest Feliciana Middle School teachers welcome their students back to cast from school. Bains Lower Elementary the first day of school, interviewing principals and students, kindergarten through high school, about their excitement for the upcoming year. Bains teachers were ready for students as soon as they stepped off the bus, and students were already demonstrating their Leader in Me skills by holding open doors as other students entered. Bains Lower Elementary students documented their first day by creating pictures and a kindergarten sign, and the first graders beat the heat by eating a healthy snack of frozen grapes. West Feliciana Middle School students practiced opening lockers and wrote mission statements in Ms. Guttery's English Language Arts class. West Feliciana High School students arrived at school early to claim their favorite parking spots, and the ninth graders participated in an afterschool "Freshman Night," which included playing team-bonding games, joining clubs, and learning high school cheers. Welcome back! We’re so happy to see you! Photos by Georgia Dudley.
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Tuesday, August 20, 2019 erywhere; they wouldn’t stay in DYSLEXIA front of me,” he says. continued from page 1 He could play the piano, but child’s inability to read was a re- the notes, like the letters, moved sponse to the death of his mother, around on the page. Although his speech and behavJenny Kent Hodges, when he was only 6. John Paul remembers that ior demonstrated his intelligence, his mother knew he was strug- his grades were poor. That’s one big gling with schoolwork, but, due sign of a possible learning differto his young age, was hoping he ence: a very obvious gap between a would “catch on and catch up.” His person’s intelligence and the abilteacher at Silliman, who was also ity to demonstrate it, though that aware of his struggle, encouraged person is trying very hard. Other red flags: a child who apacademic testing. That was the correct move, John Paul says today, pears to read but who has memothough losing his mother made rized the text and recites it, sometimes substituting key words, such learning even harder. During the second grade, he as “house” for “home” or “boat” for “couldn’t comprehend what books “ship.” Some students who cope were about because the letters flip- with learning differences may have flopped—up, down, and out,” and difficulty remembering sequences he gestures to explain that letters of letters and numbers or processat times moved outward from the es in algebra; while they cannot page, toward him. “They went ev- “show their work,” they may be
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teachers may not therefore immediately recognize that a student’s learning process is affected by a learning difference. Why didn’t John Paul tell anyone? “I thought that was how everyone else was reading.” “Then how did you find out?” He smiles again. “She came along,” he says, pointing to his stepmother, who raised him from the age of 6. Mrs. Hodges, a licensed clinical social worker at RKM’s Clinton Elementary School clinic, wants other students and their parents to know that help is available in East Feliciana. “Parents are the first heroes,” she says. John Paul’s father, a 32nd degree Mason at Olive Lodge 52 in Clinton, was aware that the Louisiana Masonic Learning Center in Alexandria had
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Tuesday, August 20, 2019 decided to sponsor instruction for dyslexic students at no cost to the parents or the schools taking part. That amounts to $12,000 per student, per two-year course…for testing to diagnose the learning difference, for materials and for teachers’ salaries. At Slaughter Elementary School, John Paul, a member of the first class for students who cope with—and conquer—dyslexia, attended the program for two and a half hours after school four days a week for two years, fourth grade through sixth. His stepmother says, “Slaughter Elementary, Slaughter Community Charter School, and Centreville Academy all honored his Independent Accommodation Plan: small group settings for reading; extended time for tests; the use of a calculator for math.” The individual accommodations that students with learning differ-
ences need to perform at their best do not give them an advantage; those accommodations simply level the playing field so that they have the same shot everyone else has. Instead of trying to read as if through a blindfold with tiny slits, for example, or in a totally dark room, they have an even chance to show what they can do. “He had a problem getting information by reading it from the board or hearing it,” Mrs. Hodges explains. “His friends and his teachers would type notes into Quizlet, a free ap on his phone that helps students study by using games and tests, as well as flashcards.” John Paul, as luck would have it, not only had the support of his stepmother, who knew immediately that something didn’t make sense—“He is intelligent, and Lord knows he was trying.” Just when he needed the special class at Slaugh-
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John Paul was born, Frank and Sue Lemings of Port Hudson worked hard every day after school helping their young daughter. “She could not read the tests,” her mother remembers, “but could complete them orally.” Mrs. Lemings notes that her daughter’s problems “began in elementary school, around age 6 or 7.” The parents didn’t know what was affecting her learning process or how to combat it. “She’d sit down to do her math homework…and couldn’t. I showed her how, but when I’d say, ‘Now you do this,’ she just couldn’t. “I didn’t understand that those numbers were moving around. Thinking back…. All those years, had we only known….” Taking the cue from her parents, however, and like John Paul deCONTINUED on page 4
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cades later, their daughter believed in herself. She graduated from high school—barely, her father says— and, determined to graduate from college as well, during her first semester at Southeastern conducted her own research into learning difficulties. By that time, the research had begun to accumulate. “Imagine her amazement,” Mrs. Lemings says, “learning about dyslexia and then making the Dean’s List the second semester and staying on it from then until she graduated.” Mr. Lemings, noting that their daughter next earned a master’s degree in nursing followed by a mid-wife degree, adds, “We spent many years of tutors and crying because she just couldn’t understand, because that was a time when children were not tested for dyslexia… it was not even talked about.” His daughter’s later success inspired Mr. Lemings to help other children “conquer”—his word— their learning differences. He knew well that overcoming any learning difference requires a battle. Aware that the State of Louisiana Masonic Lodge, which had
originally supported an orphanage in Alexandria as its major philanthropic work, had changed focus in 1998 to a dyslexia program through its State-wide lodges, Mr. Lemings began the drive to start a program in Slaughter. “With the help of Slaughter Elementary’s principal, Mrs. Kim Glascock, and Mrs. Sherry Hillman, and all of the teachers, we have changed the lives of many children over the last eight years.” That number includes John Paul Hodges, who began the program eight years ago, and who credits his own teacher, Mrs. Lori Speer. To illustrate Slaughter Elementary School’s dedication to leveling the playing field for all children, Mr. Lemings recalls that Mrs. Hillman “attended college for two summers in California to learn about dyslexia. When she came home, she helped start the dyslexia program in Slaughter and even wrote a software program that other schools are using across the State.” Noting that “every school in the State of Texas has a dyslexia class,” Mr. Lemings looks forward to the day when the federal government will help make the program available for all children. “It needs to be at all schools at least by third
grade.” Lemings, who chaired the East Feliciana program from 2009 to 2017, has turned over the leadership to Gerald “Zeke” Glascock. Looking back, he smiles. “This was the most rewarding project I have ever been involved in since being a Mason. Just to see the change in these children’s lives….” The cherry on top: The methods teachers now use to accommodate those who have learning differences often benefit all other students as well and all “learning styles.” Instead of writing everything on the board, or simply lecturing in front of a class, many teachers, from kindergarten through college, now involve students, as part of instruction, in multi-sensory learning techniques: dialogue, games, contests, music and motion...and assign not only writing essays but creating videos. Instead of sending students to a library as a matter of course, they encourage a variety of research methods, including interviewing and taping available experts and survey subjects. Once students know what they’re dealing with, they can come up with their own creative alternative ways to take in and share information with the world. How to Find Help
To refer a student to Slaughter’s program, parents and teachers should contact Slaughter’s Masonic Lodge #475 or their hometown lodge for information. Persons whose children are having difficulty in school may also contact McMains Children’s Developmental Center for a complete multidisciplinary evaluation and therapy. Visit www.mcmainscdc. org or info@mcmainscdc.org. For basic information, check https://dyslexiaida.org/dyslexiabasics/. Publisher’s Note: The Feliciana Explorer thanks Anne Hindrichs, LCSW, executive director, McMains CDC, for fact-checking our sources and helping us understand the challenges of learning differences and their solutions.
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Because of West Feliciana’s AP program, graduates have entered college with 15 or more credit hours, which has opened up numerous opportunities for them. With so many hours under their belts, students can double major, change majors, and participate in study abroad programs while still graduating in four years. Nicole Means, AP Human Geography teacher, explains the most important benefits: “When students take AP courses, they are forced to use different parts of their brain which require deeper analysis than memorization. Through the AP courses, students develop their ‘thinking muscle,’ which helps them delve deeper than the surface. “I am always so proud of my students who take that challenge headon because in the long run, they are leaving with skills that they will use throughout their careers.”
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curriculum and programs offered start at age 3 and continue through 6th Grade. Throughout the year they will have many different programs, including theme nights similar to a vacation bible school, where dress up and game time activities will follow the bible lesson that particular week. Galilee Baptist Awana is free and open to the public. The Awana Programs are by age as listed: Cubbies are preschool age up to 3 years before Kindergarten. In Cubbies, the youngest children are drawn into a greater understanding of God and His love for them! Gatherings each week include play time,
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Classifieds more information. HELP WANTED/ SERVICES OFFERED JOB FAIR - AUGUST 29, 2019 4:30PM - 7:30PM ADMIN BUILDING LOBBY 5002 HWY 10, JACKSON, LA. COME JOIN US REFRESHMENTS WILL BE SERVED * VILLA FELICIANA MEDICAL COMPLEX Vacancy(s) for: Licensed Practical Nurses Certified Nursing Assistants NEW HIGHER HOURLY RATES PLUS PAID SCHEDULED OVERTIME SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL & LONGEVITY Salary Based on Experience. RETIREMENT & INSURANCE AVAILABLE FULL TIME AND PART TIME. Interested Applicants may apply online at Job Seekers . http://www. civilservice.louisiana.gov - For More Information contact: Villa Feliciana Medical Complex, HR Office Phone: (225) 634-4011 Bank of Zachary - Universal BankerBank of Zachary is looking for a highly motivated individual to fill a Full-Time Universal Banker position. This position offers an exciting opportunity for candidates with prior teller, cash handling, customers service, or retail sales experience who are interested in beginning a career with opportunities for growth and development. Universal Bankers perform all Teller duties along with providing support in many aspects of retail with a broad knowledge of the bank’s products and services, along with account opening. Must be customer focused with ability to multi-task and perform as a team player. Stable work history and high school diploma or GED required. 1-2 years prior/current banking, sales, cash handling, and/or customer service experience required. EEO/AA/M/F/VETERAN/ DISABLED. Send all resumes to hr@ bankofzachary.com. Local recycling facility hiring for operator and labor positions. Monday-Friday 7 a.m.-4 p.m. with holidays off and paid vacation. No rain outs. Apply in person at 6760 Hwy 19 Zachary, La 70791. NOW HIRING. Cashier and Kitchen help needed. 5am-2pm. Apply in person at TMC Concessions, 4347 High Street, Zachary (Next to Chris’s Specialty Meats) or call (225) 286-5744. COMPETITIVE SALARY and satisfying career in Geriatric Nursing. Lakeview Manor has IMMEDIATE OPENINGS for LPN’s with SIGN ON BONUS, for all shifts. We also have IMMEDIATE OPENINGS for CNA’s with SIGN ON BONUS and COOKS for all shifts. Call to set up an interview today at (225)638-4404. LOUISIANA STATE PENITENTIARY at Angola is now hiring a Dentist, Physician, Lab Tech, Medical Lab Tech, Social Workers and EMTs. Retirement Benefits, Health, Life and Dental Insurance available. Corrections Credit Union available on-site. Applicants must possess valid Louisiana license/certification. Interested parties may contact Assistant Warden Tracy Falgout @ 225-655-2734. EEO MISCELLANEOUS/ ITEMS FOR SALE Cross Creek Cowboy Church. Sundays breakfast 9:30, service 10:30. 21160 Plank Road, Zachary. Come as you are. Crosscreekcowboychurch.com TREADMILL FOR SALE contact 225278-1842 Call in or send us your Classified Ad Only $10 Up to 20 words
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throughout the library of a wide variety of sizes and shapes, climbing ladders, walking and standing for extended periods and carrying a reasonable selection of materials (weighing at least 20 lbs.) between places. Ability to push and pull book trucks weighing 100-300 lbs. Ability to work nights and weekends as required. OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS Provides back-up support to other library personnel. Performs other functions or special projects as directed by supervisors. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES The incumbent must have the ability to communicate effectively orally, in writing and by listening. A library page has and continues to develop a working knowledge of the library collection and our organization. Ability to work with minimum supervision and have initiative to complete work responsibilities. Ability to meet and relate to the public and staff members in a positive and constructive manner. Ability to apply good work habits such as punctuality, reliability, preciseness, and dependability in order to effectively complete assigned tasks and contribute to the smooth operation of the library. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS Completion of the eleventh school grade. The work examples described in the specification are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from job performance requirements if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. West Feliciana Parish is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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