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Parent Resources

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:42:15 GMT

You CAN help your child! Know the characteristics of dyslexia Attend an Information Session Attend Fridays@Neuhaus Attend College Share or College Panel You Can Help Your Child - parent information booklet UPDATED 4/13/2011! Frequently Asked Questions Neuhaus taught me about early intervention. When the school district said wait and see, Neuhaus encouraged me to go forward and get help for him...Mother's intuition tells you something is wrong, but Neuhaus gave me a solution. Ginger Houldsworth 9-Feb-10 Free Information Session Neuhaus offers a free information presentation on: reading difficulties, especially dyslexia; multisensory, research-based instruction; and the Texas dyslexia legislation. Parents, educators, and other professionals can benefit from this presentation. Information Sessions are offered: on designated Wednesdays and Saturdays; 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.;...

The Moody Foundation Grant

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:17:43 GMT

Made possible by Neuhaus Education Center and The Moody Foundation, school teachers, paraprofessionals, reading specialists, and others working in a Galveston County public or private school may enroll in Neuhaus Education Center classes at no cost. Currently, all grant funds have been used. Please check back again for future grant opportunities! Neuhaus invites you to take advantage of this limited opportunity! Register now for classes View our Class Schedule (PDF) To Register: Click on the link below to download and complete a registration form. This form provides registration details. Class Registration Form - Moody Grant (PDF) Registration deadline for an in-house class is one week prior to the class date. Registration deadline for an online class is two weeks prior to the session date. A registrant forfeits eligibility for grant opportunities if s/he...

Adult Literacy Program

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 21:36:43 GMT

Enhance your career by improving your reading and spelling skills. Neuhaus Education Center offers reading and spelling classes to adults, 18 years and older, who wish to improve their reading and spelling skills. Lessons are designed to teach: phonemic awareness the six syllable types syllable division strategies reliable spelling patterns rules for adding affixes word origins strategies for learning frequently misspelled words Students completing the course will: have a better understanding of the English language including history, structure, and function read with more fluency and comprehension know how to analyze and recognize words gain improved pronunciation (Print a flyer) Classes, held on two weekday evenings from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., are taught by Neuhaus-trained teachers and kept small for maximum learner benefit. Completion of the program usually requires three to four semesters....

Additional Materials

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 18:00:22 GMT

Sources for additional materials used in Neuhaus classes www.alphabetletter.com Abecedarian's website offers upper and lower case plastic letters in English and Spanish, and alphabet strips in two sizes. www.mtsedmar.com MTS Edmar offers the Pals, Tracks, and Wishes readers. www.epsbooks.com Educators Publishing Service offers the Initial Reading Deck and the Missing Letter Deck; they are listed under Learning Differences > Dyslexia & Orton-Gillingham > Alphabetic Phonics www.subwaystamp.com The Subway Stamp Shop offers Manilla pocket charts or Sound Cards under Stock pages. Package of 100 - Item # ZMN714RB Package of 10 - Item # ZMN714RBX ...

Continuing Education On Demand

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 16:48:13 GMT

At your time, place, and pace, earn Continuing Professional Education/Continuing Education Units (CPEs/CEUs) online from Neuhaus! How does Continuing Education On Demand work? Select a Continuing Education On Demand opportunity You will be asked to: view webinars and videos online, read articles online, complete written assignments, and submit completed assignments via email, fax or regular mail. Assignments are due on or before February 15, 2012. Complete assignments Begin your assignments whenever you are ready. If you have questions regarding assignments, please call 713.664.7676 or email ContEd@neuhaus.org. Register and submit payment Register Online with...

Master of Education in Reading and Writing

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 14:49:22 GMT

Specialization in Reading and Writing Neuhaus Education Center (Neuhaus) and the Annette Caldwell Simmons School of Education and Human Development at Southern Methodist University are partnering to offer an innovative Master of Education in Reading and Writing in Houston. Participants will attend all classes at Neuhaus. Upon completion of...

Register for Neuhaus classes

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 18:17:36 GMT

How can I register for classes? Register online with your MasterCard or VISA credit card Not suitable for registering multiple participants Print a registration form and mail or fax it with your payment to Neuhaus see fax and mailing information to right for fast processing, make sure registration forms are completely filled out Registration and payment must be received: seven (7) days prior to the first day of an in-house class, or fourteen (14) days prior to the first day of an online class Registering yourself with ? (Pages may take a few minutes to load.) All Class Registration View and register for all classes available. Comprehensive Class Registration View and...

Run for a Reason

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 17:27:06 GMT

Neuhaus Education Center has officially been selected as one of the 2012 Run for a Reason charities in the Houston Chevron Marathon! Questions? Please contact Sarah Austin at 713.664.7676 x233 or saustin@neuhaus.org You can view pictures from the 2011 Marathon on our Flickr page. Registration for the 5K is now open! Now is your last chance to join Team Neuhaus by signing up in the 5K. Follow this link to register. Sign up to become a fundraiser even if you are not participating in the marathon. While not required, all runners are encouraged to raise at least $350. We will have prizes for the top three fundraisers. All fundraisers are considered an official Team Neuhaus member. Follow this link to sign up. Thank you to our sponsors!...

KASTOR Application Process

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 21:49:33 GMT

Printer Friendly PDF Knowledgeable and Skilled Teachers of Reading KASTOR Home Application Process Application Form Principal's Letter of Recommendation Filmed Statement Written Statement Professional Development Plans Application Process General education Grade 1, 2, or 3 teachers in Houston-area public schools...

Neuhaus Master Instructors

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 19:40:10 GMT

Suzanne Carreker, Ph.D., CALT-QI Vice President of Programs Ph.D. Texas A&M University, M.S. Texas A&M University, CALT-Qualified Instructor, B.A., Special Education, Hood College, Frederick, Maryland. Teacher and consultant, Briarwood School, thirteen years. Private educational therapist, over twenty years. Author, Basic Language Skills, Language Enrichment, Scientific Spelling, Multisensory Grammar and Written Composition, Reading Readiness, and Word Detective, textbook chapters, and journal articles. Past president, The Houston Branch of The International Dyslexia Society. Board member, ALTA Centers Council. Neuhaus Education Center since 1987. email Suzanne Mary Lou Slania, M.Ed., CALT-QI Director of Professional Development M.Ed. Texas A&M University, CALT, Master Instructor, B.A.,...

Purchase a Paver

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 19:15:56 GMT

The Road to Advancing Literacy is Paved with More than Good Intentions

Neuhaus Education Center offers its friends a novel way to support the Neuhaus mission while commemorating someone you love.

Pavers become a permanent part of the courtyard or entryway at Neuhaus. A paver can be inscribed with the name of or sentiment for a loved one, a friend, a favorite teacher from days gone by, or perhaps an author or even a book that has influenced your life.

Your tax-deductible contribution of $150 will purchase a 4in. by 8in. paver that can be engraved with up to three lines of up to 14 characters per line. For longer inscriptions, contiguous pavers may be purchased.

Print and fill out the Paver purchase form. For questions, contact Vera Alvarez at 713.664.7676, ext. 213.

Annual Benefit Luncheon & Lenox M. Reed Seminar

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 17:56:08 GMT

Purchase individual tickets or a table at the Neuhaus Annual Benefit Luncheon. Register to attend the Lenox M. Reed Seminar. The Luncheon will be held on Wednesday, March 21, 2012, at the Hilton Americas. The Seminar will be held March 22 at Neuhaus Education Center Hilton Americas 1600 Lamar Houston, Texas 77010 713.739.8000 | f: 713.739.8007 Chairs Chris & Bo Butler Stacey & Scott Butler Underwriter Chair Pepper & Ashley Edens Courtney & Tom Lippincott Auction Chairs Leslie & Eric Wade Stephanie Davis Honoree Robert and Janice McNair Foundation Luncheon Keynote Speaker: Dr. Ed Hallowell We are pleased to announce this year's keynote speaker is Edward Hallowell, M.D, Ed.D., a psychiatrist and internationally renowned speaker who has been featured on Oprah, 60 Minutes, and PBS, and has been interviewed by noteworthy...

Materials for Teachers

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 20:02:37 GMT


Where can I find Neuhaus Materials?
Neuhaus materials are only available through Neuhaus. Visit neuhaus.org/neuhaus-online-store to place your order.

When is my order complete?
Your order is complete when your order number is displayed. (view a screenshot)

How can I pay for materials?
Credit Card - Online with VISA or MasterCard Purchase Order - Fax or mail your Purchase Order with an Order Form fax and mailing information is on the Order Form Check - Mail your check with an Order Form mailing information is on the Order Form	Materials Order Form

Strategies for Deepening Metacognitive Skills

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 20:19:39 GMT

Teachers must guide and scaffold by modeling critical thinking that enables deep reading comprehension. The article and webinar review the most important thinking strategies, and includes a model for "thinking aloud" to teach students how to utilize the strategies.

Intended Audience

grade 3-6 teachers, reading specialists

Hours and Cost

2 CPE/CEUs: $30

What to Do

Read the article "Instruction of Metacognitive Strategies Enhances Reading Comprehension and Vocabulary Achievement of Third-Grade Students" by Regina Boulware-Gooden, Suzanne Carreker, Ann Thornhill, and R. Malatesha Joshi.
View the lessoNet, "Deepening Metacognitive Skills", and all of the linked mini-focus lessons on comprehension strategies on RTN.
Complete the assignment:
- Write a script for a series of mini-lessons introducing and modeling at least five important strategies for reading comprehension as if you intend to use it to teach your students. Use a text of your choice to use for modeling the strategies.
Send your written response to ContEd@neuhaus.org.

How does Continuing Education On Demand work?

Find out how Neuhaus' Continuing Education On Demand works!

Other Interesting Things

Developing Metacognitive Skills - onsite topical class

Preparation Program Level 2 Requirements

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 21:41:16 GMT

Neuhaus Education Center's Preparation Programs provide in-depth preparation for teachers and therapists working with individuals with dyslexia and other related disorders. Basic Language Skills is the core curriculum of the programs. Neuhaus Preparation Programs, both Level 1 and Level 2, meet the International Dyslexia Association's Knowledge and Practice Standards for Teachers of Reading, Texas licensure requirements, criteria for membership in the Academic Language Therapy Association, and are approved by the International Multisensory Structured Language Education Council (IMSLEC). The Level 1 Program prepares individuals to become Dyslexia Practitioners, while Level 2 Programs prepare individuals to become either Reading Therapists or Dyslexia Therapists. Level 2-A, Reading Therapist Successful completion of the 60-hour Basic Language Skills-Introductary Class is the prerequisite for individuals with a bachelor's degree who wish to enter Neuhaus Education Center's...

Preparation Program Level 1 Requirements

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 21:39:27 GMT

Neuhaus Education Center's Preparation Programs provide in-depth preparation for teachers and therapists working with individuals with dyslexia and other related disorders. Basic Language Skills is the core curriculum of the programs. Neuhaus Preparation Programs, both Level 1 and Level 2, meet the International Dyslexia Association's Knowledge and Practice Standards for Teachers of Reading, Texas licensure requirements, criteria for membership in the Academic Language Therapy Association, and are approved by the International Multisensory Structured Language Education Council (IMSLEC). The Level 1 Program prepares individuals to become Dyslexia Practitioners, while Level 2 Programs prepare individuals to become either Reading Therapists or Dyslexia Therapists. Neuhaus Preparation Program, Level 1 Dyslexia Practitioner Successful completion of the 60-hour Basic Language Skills-Introductary Class is the prerequisite for individuals with a bachelor's degree who wish to...

Luncheon and Seminar Benefactor Opportunities

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 19:31:13 GMT

Purchase Luncheon Tickets and Tables $ 50,000 - CRAZY BUSY Presenting sponsor Wednesday, March 21, 2012 - Luncheon at Hilton Americas: two Luncheon tables of 10 (20 guests) in a prominent location opportunity for pre-function area promotional exhibit signed copy of Dr. Hallowell's book, Crazy Busy, for each guest acknowledgment by keynote speaker, Dr. Edward Hallowell 20 invitations to Benefactor reception prior to Luncheon Presenting sponsor signage at the event Logo and mention in invitation (3,500 mailed) and program, NeuhausNews (3,000 mailed), all press materials and e-blasts (25,000 emailed) Wednesday, March 21, 2012 - Private Evening with Dr. Hallowell: co-branded evening program with Dr. Hallowell to discuss Shine, with 20 guests for cocktails and hors d'oeuvres acknowledgment by keynote speaker, Dr. Edward Hallowell Logo and mention in all post-event press materials and evening...

Online Classes for Teachers

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 19:50:07 GMT

How do Neuhaus Online Classes work? Our online classes are entirely self-paced. There is no set time that you must be signed in. Regular sessions run for two weeks, Wednesday to Wednesday, once a month. Language Enrichment-Online sessions run for six weeks, Wednesday to Wednesday, spanning two months. If a class includes materials, the cost of the materials and shipping is included in the cost of the class. The materials will be shipped via UPS to arrive before the class session begins. Each class is broken down into several lessons, with the length of the lesson noted in its listing. Most lessons are followed by a quiz to reinforce the material covered. You will need to have Flash installed for your browser of choice. How can I register for an Online Class? Register online with your MasterCard or VISA credit card Not suitable for registering multiple participants Print a...

Classes for Teachers

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 21:02:41 GMT

Register online with your VISA or MasterCard for classes at Neuhaus or online! Printer Friendly Class Descriptions (8.5x14in. PDF) Printer Friendly Class Schedule (8.5x14 in. PDF) Find which class is right for you, your grade and instruction level. A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Cost of classes will not be discounted based on prior materials purchases. Accurate and Automatic Decoding: A Necessity for Skilled Reading Topics: Basic decoding skills and the structure of written English: 1) phonemic awareness, 2) sound-symbol correspondences, 3) syllable types, 4) syllable division patterns, and 5) common roots and affixes. The information can be used with any basal or guided...

The George Foundation Grant

Sun, 23 Oct 2011 21:14:44 GMT

Made possible by Neuhaus Education Center and The George Foundation, school teachers, paraprofessionals, reading specialists, and others working in a Fort Bend County public school may enroll in Neuhaus Education Center classes at grant-subsidized rates. Neuhaus invites you to take advantage of this opportunity! Register now for classes View our Class Schedule (PDF) To Register: Click on the link below to download and complete a registration form. This form outlines the cost and provides registration details. Class Registration Form - George Grant (PDF) Registration deadline for an in-house class is one week prior to the class date. Registration deadline for an online class is two weeks prior to the session date. A registrant forfeits eligibility for grant opportunities if s/he does not complete a class. Mail or fax your...