Candidate Abbey Payeur Explains Direct Instruction @ AH School Board Meeting – WATCH!

District 4 School Board Candidate Abbey Payeur spoke to the Anoka-Hennepin School Board during a recent meeting. Abbey, who is a recognized expert in literacy instruction, specializes in evidence-based reading instruction and structured literacy. As Vice-Chair of The Reading League Minnesota and frequent presenter to teachers, principals, school administrators, and teacher-trainers, Abbey provides high-quality professional development to teachers ensuring that they have the tools to support all learners. As a member of the International Dyslexia Association (IDA), she helps families advocate for the needs of their children with dyslexia. Her research at the University of Minnesota focused on neurological differences and neuroplasticity found in students with dyslexia. With experience as both a classroom educator and university professor, Abbey is committed to bridging the gap between research and practice to improve literacy and learning outcomes for all students.