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Why I Believe Every Child Can Learn to Read
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As a reading teacher and a parent, I’ve seen firsthand the frustration, tears, and self-doubt that can come when a child struggles to read. I’ve…
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Understanding a 504 Plan: A Teacher’s Guide for Parents
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When a child struggles in school due to a physical or mental disability, parents often hear terms like “504 Plan” and “IEP” mentioned by educators.…
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When Reading Isn’t Clicking: What to Do if You Suspect a Reading Disability
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As a teacher, I often meet parents who feel that something just isn’t clicking when it comes to their child’s reading. They might notice that…
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Understanding the ARD Meeting: A Teacher’s Guide for Parents
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When your child qualifies for special education services, the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) meeting becomes a vital part of their educational journey. For many…
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Understanding the IEP: A Teacher’s Guide for Parents
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As a teacher, I have sat at many tables with parents who are hearing the term IEP for the first time. It often comes with…
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Ready to Read: How to Set Your Child Up for Success This School Year
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As summer comes to a close and families begin preparing for the new school year, many parents are focused on school supplies, new clothes, and…
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How to Become a Teacher in the Great State of Texas
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Becoming a certified teacher in Texas is a rewarding journey for those who are passionate about shaping young minds and serving their communities. Whether you…
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A Teacher’s Guide to House Bill 2: What the 89th Texas Legislature Means for Public Education
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A Teacher’s Guide to House Bill 2: What the 89th Texas Legislature Means for Public Education My best suggestion is to read the bill yourself …
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Reading Together: A Grandparent’s Guide to Raising Young Readers
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Grandparents play a unique and powerful role in the lives of their grandchildren. Along with love and guidance, they can offer meaningful support in developing…
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Rebuilding Readers: Using the Science of Teaching Reading After COVID
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The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted learning in every classroom, but as elementary teachers, we felt it most acutely in early reading. Students missed out on months,…
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How Too Much Screen Time Can Affect Reading Growth in Children
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In today’s digital age, screens are everywhere: tablets, phones, TVs, and laptops are part of everyday life for children. While technology can be a valuable…
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Reading Milestones by Age: What Every Parent Should Know
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One of the most common questions parents ask is, “Is my child on track with reading?” Learning to read is not a one-size-fits-all process, but…
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Should My School Offer Drop Everything and Read (DEAR) Time?
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Creating lifelong readers is one of the most important goals of any school. Educators are constantly searching for ways to foster not just reading proficiency…
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About Texas Reading Teacher
MaryEllen Gibson – Texas Reading Teacher
MaryEllen Gibson is a dedicated Texas Reading Teacher with a strong foundation in both education and business. She earned her undergraduate degree from California State University Long Beach and received her Teaching Credential from Concordia University Irvine. She also holds an MBA with an emphasis in Marketing and is CLAD certified in California. MaryEllen is ELIC trained, a Reading Academy graduate, Reading by Design certified, Science of Teaching Reading certified, and Gifted and Talented certified through the Texas Education Agency.
With nearly three decades of experience in education, MaryEllen brings not only professional expertise but also a personal passion to her work. As a mother of two daughters—both of whom work in the Texas Senate—she understands the challenges many families face. Her youngest daughter struggled with reading early on, giving MaryEllen firsthand insight into the journey of supporting a child with reading difficulties. Today, she is proud to share that her daughter not only overcame those challenges but is also a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin. Hook ’em!
MaryEllen has been married to her husband Steve for 28 years and remains deeply committed to empowering young readers and supporting families through structured literacy and targeted intervention