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Michelle Downs, Elementary School Principal, Kentwood Public Schools | Lindamood-Bell

Sep 20, 2021
 
 

Kentwood Public Schools in Michigan is truly global, serving students from over 60 countries who speak more than 70 languages. Michelle Downs, school principal, discusses how the district integrates sensory-cognitive instruction with early education, general education curriculum, and intervention.

 

Years ago, as a special education teacher, Ms. Downs received ongoing Lindamood-Bell professional development. She describes the impact of the approach on her school and the learning community.

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Lindamood-Bell provides tailored instruction in reading, comprehension, and math for students of all ages and abilities. ✅ Customized one-to-one sessions ✅ Available both in-person and live online ✅ Effective for students with learning challenges, including dyslexia ✨ Special savings on winter break instruction—contact your local learning center today! Follow the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.

Lindamood-Bell Academy is a school where every student can thrive! We develop foundational skills and provide a personalized learning experience—in person or live online.
🌟 Learn more and get started today! Follow the link in our bio, @lindamoobellofficial.

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Lindamood-Bell Academy is a school where every student can thrive! We develop foundational skills and provide a personalized learning experience—in person or live online. 🌟 Learn more and get started today! Follow the link in our bio, @lindamoobellofficial.

Educators, is your literacy instruction grounded in a Theory of Cognition? 🤔📚

At Lindamood-Bell, our approach aligns with a specific theory of cognition known as Dual Coding Theory (DCT). In our latest blog, learn more about the theory, its impact on education, and how you can apply it in your teaching to boost literacy and comprehension.

📖 Read the full article at the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.

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Educators, is your literacy instruction grounded in a Theory of Cognition? 🤔📚 At Lindamood-Bell, our approach aligns with a specific theory of cognition known as Dual Coding Theory (DCT). In our latest blog, learn more about the theory, its impact on education, and how you can apply it in your teaching to boost literacy and comprehension. 📖 Read the full article at the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.

Lindamood-Bell Academy is a school where every student can thrive! We develop foundational skills and provide a personalized learning experience—in person or live online.
Enroll now and enjoy 25% off one month of tuition!
🌟 Learn more and get started today! Follow the link in our bio, @lindamoobellofficial.

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Lindamood-Bell Academy is a school where every student can thrive! We develop foundational skills and provide a personalized learning experience—in person or live online. Enroll now and enjoy 25% off one month of tuition! 🌟 Learn more and get started today! Follow the link in our bio, @lindamoobellofficial.

🌟 Build New Skills and Confidence with Lindamood-Bell! 🌟

Our evidence-based instruction improves reading, comprehension, and math skills. Whether in person or live online, we’re here to support your student!

✨ Special savings on winter break instruction available now—contact your local learning center today! Follow the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial

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🌟 Build New Skills and Confidence with Lindamood-Bell! 🌟 Our evidence-based instruction improves reading, comprehension, and math skills. Whether in person or live online, we’re here to support your student! ✨ Special savings on winter break instruction available now—contact your local learning center today! Follow the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial

🎄 Wishing You a Wonderful Holiday Season 🎄
May your days be filled with love, laughter, and gratitude that carries into the new year.
We’re so grateful for you and the joy you bring to our community. Here’s to a season full of happiness and connection! 💖
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🎄 Wishing You a Wonderful Holiday Season 🎄 May your days be filled with love, laughter, and gratitude that carries into the new year. We’re so grateful for you and the joy you bring to our community. Here’s to a season full of happiness and connection! 💖 #HappyHolidays

🎧New Podcast Episode! 🎧
Miss Massachusetts 2024, Kiersten Khoury, was diagnosed with dyslexia as a child. Her journey with Lindamood-Bell began in fifth grade, where she received support as a student. Today, she uses her platform to champion literacy and inspire others on their reading journeys.

As Miss Massachusetts, Kiersten will proudly represent her state at the Miss America pageant on January 5, 2025. Listen at the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial

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🎧New Podcast Episode! 🎧 Miss Massachusetts 2024, Kiersten Khoury, was diagnosed with dyslexia as a child. Her journey with Lindamood-Bell began in fifth grade, where she received support as a student. Today, she uses her platform to champion literacy and inspire others on their reading journeys. As Miss Massachusetts, Kiersten will proudly represent her state at the Miss America pageant on January 5, 2025. Listen at the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial

Math challenges can impact a child’s confidence and academic success—but there’s hope. At Lindamood-Bell, we specialize in helping students develop the skills they need to succeed in math.
Discover:
✅ Why children may struggle with math
✅ Signs your child might need extra support
✅ How personalized instruction can make all the difference
With our unique sensory-cognitive approach, students build a strong foundation in math while gaining the confidence to excel in the classroom and beyond.
👉 Visit our blog to learn more about how we can help your child thrive in math. Follow the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.

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Math challenges can impact a child’s confidence and academic success—but there’s hope. At Lindamood-Bell, we specialize in helping students develop the skills they need to succeed in math. Discover: ✅ Why children may struggle with math ✅ Signs your child might need extra support ✅ How personalized instruction can make all the difference With our unique sensory-cognitive approach, students build a strong foundation in math while gaining the confidence to excel in the classroom and beyond. 👉 Visit our blog to learn more about how we can help your child thrive in math. Follow the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.

Our unique approach develops the imagery-language foundation for math. Students of all ages can catch up and enjoy math for the first time. Learn more and get started at the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
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#lindamoodbell #testimonial #math #dyscalculia

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Our unique approach develops the imagery-language foundation for math. Students of all ages can catch up and enjoy math for the first time. Learn more and get started at the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial. . . . #lindamoodbell #testimonial #math #dyscalculia

Lindamood-Bell Academy is a school where every student can thrive! We develop foundational skills and provide a personalized learning experience—in person or live online.
Enroll now and enjoy 25% off one month of tuition!
🌟 Learn more and get started today! Follow the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
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#lindamoodbellacademy #lindamoodbell #privateschool #personalizedlearning

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Lindamood-Bell Academy is a school where every student can thrive! We develop foundational skills and provide a personalized learning experience—in person or live online. Enroll now and enjoy 25% off one month of tuition! 🌟 Learn more and get started today! Follow the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial. . . . #lindamoodbellacademy #lindamoodbell #privateschool #personalizedlearning

📖🐾 Roan & Sammy’s Incredible Journey!
In the December issue of Real Simple, Ruth Gentry shares how Sammy, a disabled rescue dog, became a source of strength and support as Roan worked to overcome dyslexia. With Lindamood-Bell instruction and Sammy by his side, Roan’s confidence has soared—and now he reads to Sammy every night!
✨ Watch Roan read from the Real Simple article about their inspiring story! Follow the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
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#lindamoodbell #dyslexia

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📖🐾 Roan & Sammy’s Incredible Journey! In the December issue of Real Simple, Ruth Gentry shares how Sammy, a disabled rescue dog, became a source of strength and support as Roan worked to overcome dyslexia. With Lindamood-Bell instruction and Sammy by his side, Roan’s confidence has soared—and now he reads to Sammy every night! ✨ Watch Roan read from the Real Simple article about their inspiring story! Follow the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial. . . . #lindamoodbell #dyslexia

🎧 New Podcast Episode 🎧
Discover how Lindamood-Bell’s online instruction transforms learning. Alyson shares how her young daughter made big strides in reading and spelling, while Paul Worthington, our Director of Research and Development, highlights data showing students thrive online just as they do in person.
🎙️ Listen now, follow the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial
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#LindamoodBell #podcast #testimonial

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🎧 New Podcast Episode 🎧 Discover how Lindamood-Bell’s online instruction transforms learning. Alyson shares how her young daughter made big strides in reading and spelling, while Paul Worthington, our Director of Research and Development, highlights data showing students thrive online just as they do in person. 🎙️ Listen now, follow the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial . . . #LindamoodBell #podcast #testimonial

Lindamood-Bell Academy is a school where every student can thrive! We develop foundational skills and provide a personalized learning experience—in person or live online.
Enroll now and enjoy 25% off one month of tuition! 🌟Learn more and get started today!
Follow the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
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#lindamoodbellacademy #lindamoodbell #privateschool #personalizedlearning

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Lindamood-Bell Academy is a school where every student can thrive! We develop foundational skills and provide a personalized learning experience—in person or live online. Enroll now and enjoy 25% off one month of tuition! 🌟Learn more and get started today! Follow the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial. . . . #lindamoodbellacademy #lindamoodbell #privateschool #personalizedlearning
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