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GETTING REEL


Twice-exceptional (2e) Dyslexic Discussion Panel
After the screening of Left Behind we hosted a powerful panel conversation about the intersection of dyslexia and giftedness. This panel brings together leaders in the field of learning differences:
--Dr. Fernette Eide, international expert on dyslexia and co-author of The Dyslexic Advantage and The Mislabeled Child, co-creator of the forthcoming movie, The Dyslexic Advantage.
--Anna Cencioso, Founder and Head of School at Touchstone Learning
--Mandy Hoff, Learning Specialist
Sep 9


Anxiety on the Autism Spectrum, Part 1: Unpacking Alexithymia
As a 2e teenager, I was almost always anxious, but I didn’t always know I was anxious. I felt my rapid heart rate, my thoughts racing,...
Sep 9


Ask Lucy Monthly Column: Neurodiverse Tech Addiction, Perfectionism
Lucy the writing tutor focuses on supporting 2e/neurodivergent students and her dog Do you have a question you’d like the column to...
Sep 9


Building Collaborative Communication with Teachers
In our Sept 2025 support group for parenting 2e kids, Heather, a parent and professional advocate, explores practical ways to foster warm, collaborative communication with teachers while also navigating the more challenging moments when accommodations aren’t fully understood or supported. Parents will leave with concrete strategies for framing conversations, reducing conflict, and keeping the focus on their child’s strengths and growth. Read the transcript here all of your sy
Sep 7


Bridge the Gap, Build the Year
We’ve been hard at work developing new tools, resources, and events to launch the school year with our Bridge the Gap, Build the Year ...
Aug 27


2025 Silicon Valley State of Neurodiversity: Educator Pulse Check
The 2025 Silicon Valley State of Neurodiversity: Educator Pulse Check provides a clear view into how Silicon Valley educators understand and support neurodivergent and twice-exceptional (2e) students, spotlighting successes, identifying gaps, and outlining what’s needed next. Download your copy to explore the current landscape and see how REEL can help drive change.
Aug 25


Celebrate Their Strengths: How REEL Empowers Twice-Exceptional Learners
At REEL, we believe every neurodivergent and twice-exceptional (2e) learner has unique strengths waiting to shine. Too often, traditional...
Aug 20


REEL Reframing Behavior Strategy Grid
The Reframing Behaviors strategy grid is designed to help educators brainstorm classroom and school-level supports for students with a wide range of behavioral needs. The grid applies the strategies recommended in REEL’s DEAR REEL model and expands them to consider how they might be implemented for students with varying support needs.
Aug 13
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