Dyslexia

During the Fall 2025 semester, Hindman Settlement School’s afterschool tutoring programs supported students both in person and online, meeting learners where they were and responding to growing demand for flexible services. Over the course of 15 weeks, we served nine in-person students and 28 virtual reading students, with each student receiving an average of two

Every October, families, schools, and advocates come together to shine a light on dyslexia, one of the most common learning differences affecting children and adults. For parents, this month offers a chance to learn what dyslexia really is, what it isn’t, and how early understanding can make a world of difference. What Dyslexia Is (and

On July 11th, we wrapped up our 43rd annual Dyslexia Summer Tutoring Program after an exciting five weeks—and what a summer it was! This year, we served 28 students in person and 17 students virtually, with about half being returning students—a testament to the trust families have in our program. Our graduation was filled with

As we are in the midst of #AmeriCorpsWeek, we asked members to reflect on their service by sharing about a student who has made significant gains in their math proficiency over the school year. Brooklyn joined the Settlement’s team of AmeriCorps tutors last fall and has been supporting students at East Perry Elementary with daily instruction

Each day in partner public schools across southeastern Kentucky, a team of approximately 30 AmeriCorps tutors work with students to teach fundamental reading skills. As we are in the midst of #AmeriCorpsWeek, we asked members to reflect on their service by sharing about a student who experienced progress in their reading ability along with their

Hindman Settlement School’s Dyslexia Intervention Program services children and families from across the region through school-based, after-school, and summer tutoring programs to help remove the barriers students face achieving grade-level reading. Our team recently received this note from the parent of one of our students, Caroline, who has been participating in several aspects of our

This update was prepared by Grace Fisher, Member Support Coordinator. There are many holidays in the United States that AmeriCorps members take on as special Days of Service to their country: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Veteran’s Day, and 9/11. Members of the Hindman Settlement School ReadingCorps and MathCorps programs participated in a unique service

In late July, our team of AmeriCorps members came together for an end-of-year celebration in Corbin, Kentucky. Over the past year, 43 dedicated individuals completed 54,290 hours of service to children and families across 21 partner public schools in Bell, Floyd, Knott, Leslie, and Perry Counties. As a direct result of their efforts, more than

Our 43rd annual Dyslexia Summer Tutoring Program concluded on July 12 after five weeks of intensive instruction in reading, math, and writing alongside special sessions in art, music, and literature from local artists, musicians, and writers for more than fifty students who were enrolled on campus and virtually. We are pleased to share that students