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Maryanne Fiadino
- Certifications: Early Childhood/Elementary Education, Special Education & Reading Specialist
- Trained in the Wilson Reading System
- Currently enrolled in graduate programs for M.ED. Special Education as well as M.ED Restorative Practices & Youth
Counseling
- Director of Sacred Springs Yoga & Pilates
- Certified & Registered Yoga Instructor (various styles) including The Radiant Child - yoga for children & children
with special needs
- Full-time teacher in the Department of Special Education at a local full-inclusion high school
- Member of the International Reading Association
- Member of The Council of Exceptional Children
How did The Suburban Literacy Project develop & why?
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| Giuls when he was 5-years old |
I have spent years as a reading specialist while also holding
degrees & certifications in elementary education & special education. Additionally, I have a child who
was diagnosed at the age of 3 - almost 4 years old, with a developmental delay - initially assessed with a "dull-normal range"
of IQ - a learning disability (perceptually impaired), language processing disorder & attention deficit hyper activity
disorder. Wow, that's a lot to pack into one little guy. With early intervention & daily intervention on my part,
by the time he was 5 1/2, his IQ was tested at borderline gifted...however, that didn't make everything go away nor for his
school experience to be "normal" for many years.
Today, at 18, life is a different story. He & I chose
to create a different story - we were warriors instead of victims. Much of this
credit, I give to my son, Giuliano, who is always a guru to me...a never ending source of enlightenment in so many ways and
truly the inspiration behind this project. Had I not questioned, inquired and searched and had he not accepted, struggled
and taught me - neither of us would be where we are.
That being said, I started working on this exciting project
which is in its infancy...The Suburban Literacy Project
as I would like to help other individuals and their families on their journey to success.
Do not hesitate to email or call should
you have further questions...remember, your child is as unique as their handprint.
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