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Orton-Gillingham provides an approach to reading, writing, spelling, and math that is successful for children and adults who struggle to learn the skills that come so easily to others. CATT (O-G) was formed to develop and enhance professional development for Orton-Gillingham instructors. - Orton-Gillingham Training Courses Jump to: |
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Orton-Gillingham
Tutor Training Course
Application Process:
A handwritten letter of introduction - your background, education and purpose for taking the course.
A letter of reference from a professional who has known you for at least 3 years and who has observed the student working with children.
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Completed Surrey College Enrolment Contract (both sides) plus $50.00 fee payable to Surrey College (non-refundable)
A copy of one of: Birth Certificate, Canadian Citizenship card or Landed Immigrant Card.
Most recent transcript of marks (secondary or post secondary institution) including proof of proficiency in reading and writing the English language.
1. Applicants must initially submit the following documentation:
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A $400.00 materials fee payable to School District #36 non-refundable upon acceptance to the course: includes pre-course preparation materials.
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A recent (Current within six months) criminal record search. Original only please
2. After notification of a successful interview and reference check, the student will submit:
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Balance of $1200.00 payable to Surrey College ( School District #36) prior to course start date.
3. Upon official acceptance into the program:
PRE-COURSE PREPARATION :
A study package of 25 hours work - will be available to you as soon as
your acceptance into the course is confirmed.
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| Mrs. Sonja Buchanan Principal Surrey College Phone: 604-583-4040 Fax: 604-583-5600 Email: Surrey College 9260 140 Street V3V 5Z4 |
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For applicants without a post-secondary degree: An essay of at least 500
words describing the Specific Learning Difficulty: Dyslexia. Use of reference
material is recommended.
Course fees must be paid in full. Facilitation of the course is subject
to a pre-registration minimum.
O-G Training
| September 15, 2008 |
| Membership Application Information |
| The membership approval committee meets 3 times per year. Membership applications must be complete for consideration by the committee. Please note these application deadlines: September 15, 2008 January 15, 2009 April 25, 2009 The membership application committee will require 30 to 60 days to process applications following each application deadline. For more information call Laureen at 604-261-3125 |
| September 3, 2008 |
| Surrey College O-G & O-G Math Course Information Sessions |
| Wednesday, September 3, 2008 Free Information Sessions Orton-Gillingham Tutor Training Course Orton-Gillingham Multisensory Math Course Location: Surrey College 9260 140 St. (92 Ave. & 140 St.) Time: 7:00 pm O-G training classes will be held at the Surrey College Site Contact Sonja Buchanan at Surrey College for more information 604-583-4040 Email: buchanan_s@sd36.bc.ca |
| September 13, 2008 |
| Orton-Gillingham Multisensory Math |
| Falll 2008 Dates: Surrey College Location Sept. 13 - Dec. 6, 2008 Classes take place on Saturdays, Sept. 13, 20, 27 Oct. 18, Oct 25 (1/2 day practice session) Nov. 15, 22, 29 Dec. 6 This course is a study of ideas and techniques based on the Orton-Gillingham Approach and adapted to provide intensive development in mathematics. It is a hands-on, interactive, instructional approach intended for all underachieving students in primary, intermediate and middle school including those with dyslexia and learning disabilities. The overriding goal of the approach is to present practical ideas for implementing instruction so that teachers, tutors and parents can provide an environment in which all children will learn up to their potential. Contact Sonja Buchanan at Surrey College for more information 604-583-4040. Fax 604-583-5600 Email: buchanan_s@sd36.bc.ca |
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| September 17, 2008 |
| Surrey College O-G Training Course |
| Starting date - Wednesday September 17
Completion Date: Wednesday, December 17 Classes are held Wednesday evenings and full days on Saturdays. Schedule: Wed, Sept. 17, Sat., Sept. 20, Wed., Sept. 24, Sat., Sept. 27 Wed. Oct. 15th, Sat., Oct. 18th, Wed. Oct. 22, Sat. Oct. 25th Sat. Nov. 8, 15, 22, 29 Sat. Dec. 6, 13 Wed. Dec. 17 (1/2 day class) Please register early. INSTRUCTOR: Corey Zylstra • Certified Orton-Gillingham Tutor Trainer. • Director REACH Orton-Gillingham Center, North Vancouver. • Over 15 years experience in this specialized field. Contact Sonja Buchanan at Surrey College for more information 604-583-4040. Fax 604-583-5600 Email: buchanan_s@sd36.bc.ca |
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| September 18, 2008 |
| West Point Grey Academy O-G Course |
| Fall 2008 Course, Vancouver, BC Sept. 18 - Dec. 4th Classes take place on Thursday evenings and all day Saturdays. Schedule Sept. 18, 25, Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, Nov. 1, 6, 8, 13, 20, 27, Dec. 4. Please register early. INSTRUCTOR: Shannon Green • Certified Orton-Gillingham Tutor Trainer. • Director REACH Orton-Gillingham Center, North Vancouver. • Over 13 years experience in this specialized field. Contact: directors@ogtutors.com or Sonja Buchanan at Surrey College for more information 604-583-4040. Fax 604-583-5600 Email: buchanan_s@sd36.bc.ca |
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| January 7, 2009 |
| Surrey College O-G Training Course |
| Wed., Jan. 7, Sat. Jan. 10, Wed. Jan. 14, Sat. Jan. 17, Wed. Jan 21, Sat. Jan. 24, Wed. Jan 28, Sat. Jan 31 Sat. Feb. 7, Sat.Feb. 14, Sat. Feb. 21, Sat. Feb. 28, Sat. Mar. 7 & 14. or Sonja Buchanan at Surrey College for more information 604-583-4040. Fax 604-583-5600 |
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Professional Development
| October 29, 2008 |
| International Dyslexia Association Conference, Seattle, WA |
| Oct. 29 - Nov. 1
Promoting Literacy Through Research Education and Advocacy |
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Special Events
| September 2008 |
| O-G Tutor Support Meetings |
| North Vancouver O-G tutors meet regularly. Location: You can access the Rec. Room from two locations -1960 Rufus Drive or 1930 Cedar Village Crescent. Both streets run off Kirkstone Drive in Lynn Valley. The Rec. Room is located in the centre of the complex where the pool is.There is no visitor parking but between those two streets parking should be easy to find. (email Corey for details) Richmond Tutors hold informal meetings on a regular basis.The meetings switch between morning coffee (around 10:30 am and lunch (around 11:30. am.) They are held at members’ homes. A topic decided upon beforehand is discussed such as Lesson Planning or Grammar. Contact Allyn at 604-274-7838, or email arodden@shaw.ca Surrey O-G Tutor Meetings are generally held the first Friday of every month at 7:00 PM. Call Susi Vasseur 604-535-4815, or email svasseur@telus.net Tri-City Tutors meet the last Thursday of every month at 7:00pm. For more information contact Shannon at green@reachlearningcenter.com Vancouver O-G Tutors are asked to call Maureen at 604- 618 - 6554 for the current date, topic, and location of meetings |
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