We at the International Dyslexia Association-Oregon Branch, and Dyslexia-Language Skills Therapy are thrilled to announce an exceptional IDA-Accredited training opportunity with Ron Yoshimoto, a renowned educator and cofounder of the Orton-Gillingham Academy.

Ronald Yoshimoto, M.Ed, M.S.W., Fellow of AOGPE

Ronald Yoshimoto has been in the field of education and dyslexia for over 40 years as a general and special education teacher in the public schools and private schools, a principal, educational diagnostician, social worker, counselor, teacher trainer and consultant. He was principal of a private school for dyslexics and gifted children for 18 years and has been training teachers in OG Basic, OG advanced. oG preschool, OG ELL and Multisensory Math for over 20 years and has created thousands of materials for teachers. After leaving the private school, he worked for the state of Hawaii department of education as a special education teacher and trainer. He has also founded an OG therapy Centre in Singapore and an organization based in Denver where they train and certify teachers in dyslexia, reading and OG. Special emphasis is public school teachers where he has modified OG for small group and whole classroom instruction. He also founded and is director of the Dyslexia and OG Institute of Hawaii. Ron has also been president of the Hawaii Branch of IDA and Vice-president of the Academy of Orton-Gillingham Practitioners and Educators. He has personal experience with dyslexia- his brother was dyslexic and he vowed that no child should endure the problems that his brother did in school

His excellence as a trainer, the devotion of participants and his ongoing support of students and educators exemplify the level of commitment that creates change.

This exclusive six day course, taking place at The University of Portland August 4-9th, 2025 8:30 am-3:30 pm, will provide an in-depth exploration of the Orton-Gillingham approach, trusted for its effectiveness in teaching students with dyslexia and other reading difficulties.

Participants will gain invaluable insights and practical strategies to teaching reading, writing and spelling in the general education classroom, small group, and one-on-one settings from one of the foremost experts in the field, making this a rare chance to learn directly from a master.

Join us for this unique event and enhance your educational practices with the proven techniques of the Orton-Gillingham approach. Ron Yoshimoto’s extensive experience and pioneering contributions to the field will equip you with the skills and confidence to make a significant impact in your teaching, and change the lives of children who can’t read.

Register now to secure your place in this highly anticipated training course in Portland, space is limited to 25!

What: OG Basic Instruction plus Morphology

When: August 4-9th, 20245 8:30 am-3:30 pm

Where: The University of Portland, Dundon-Berchtold Hall

Cost: IDA-Member $1065, Non Member $1100

Lunch: Included

All training course materials, including extensive teacher resources, are included in the cost of the course. The training does not include a practicum option.

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JOIN OUR ELITE TEAM AS AN OG TUTOR WITH TRAINING BY ELIZABETH JOHNSON, F/OGA!

Are you ready to embark on a journey that will transform not only your career but also the lives of countless learners? We're thrilled to extend an exclusive invitation to you to join our prestigious team of OG Tutors!

Dyslexia-Language Skills Therapy (D-LST) is thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity! You can be trained to become an Associate Orton-Gillingham (OG) tutor by none other than Elizabeth Johnson, Accredited Training Fellow, Orton-Gillingham Academy, and Director of Literacy Instruction at Edison High School. Additionally, if you choose to become a member of Dyslexia-Language Skills Therapy, tutor students through us, and complete your practicum and certification, you may qualify to receive a significant refund on a portion of your training costs, making this transformative journey even more accessible. Please call us at 503-924-3157 for details.

As an OG Tutor, you'll wield the power to unlock the full potential of struggling readers through the time-tested Orton-Gillingham approach. Dive deep into the art and science of literacy instruction, equipping yourself with the tools to ignite a love for learning in every student you encounter.

Here's what sets D-LST apart:

• Referrals: D-LST receives a continuous stream of referrals from psychologists, parents, schools, and others so you will always find students who need your help.

• Community: Join a supportive network of like-minded educators dedicated to excellence, collaboration, and continuous growth.

• Career Opportunity: Once you complete your training and become a member of D-LST, you can earn up to $100 per lesson tutoring students on our waitlist.

• Expertise: Gain access to top-tier training from a seasoned professional, arming yourself with the knowledge and skills to excel in the field of literacy intervention.

• Empowerment: Experience the unparalleled satisfaction of witnessing breakthroughs as you guide students to conquer reading challenges with confidence.

• Impact: Make a tangible difference in the lives of individuals of all ages, laying the foundation for lifelong success through the gift of literacy.

Ready to unleash your potential and become a beacon of hope for struggling readers everywhere? Seize this opportunity to become an OG Tutor and leave an indelible mark on the world, one word at a time.

The training schedule is as follows:

June 16 - June 20, 2025 | 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM PDT

June 23 - June 25, 2025 | 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM PDT

September 13, October 4, and November 8, 2025 | 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM PDT

Hybrid: online or in person at Edison High School