As Reported by CBS2, ISDE Approves Course Fulfilling Dyslexia Training for Educators

Lee Pesky Learning Center (LPLC) announces an important leadership transition. Executive Director Maureen O’Toole will be stepping away from her position to attend to family health matters. The entire LPLC community expresses deep gratitude for Maureen’s leadership, compassion, and unwavering dedication to advancing our mission of helping students, families, and educators overcome learning challenges and reach their full potential.

During her tenure, Maureen guided the Center through a period of growth and adaptation while strengthening relationships with community partners, expanding access to services, and championing programs that ensure all learners have the tools and support they need to succeed. Her empathy, professionalism, and focus on mission-driven impact have left an enduring mark on the organization and those it serves.

Stepping into the role of Executive Director is Dr. Lindy Crawford, who previously led Lee Pesky Learning Center and now returns with optimism and a renewed vision for impact. Dr. Crawford brings deep institutional knowledge, decades of educational leadership experience, and an unwavering commitment to the Center’s mission. Her familiarity with LPLC’s team, community, and the broader educational landscape in Idaho ensures continuity, stability, and momentum during this transition.

“Lee Pesky Learning Center’s professional expertise is second to none and it is my great honor to once again serve alongside an incredibly accomplished and deeply empathetic team,” said Dr. Crawford. “For close to 30 years, LPLC has led educational innovation using an evidence-based approach to teaching and learning. I am excited to play a small part in our continued evolution.”

Board Chair Jim Foudy added, “We are profoundly grateful to Maureen for her care, leadership, and commitment to every learner we serve. We’re equally confident in welcoming Lindy back to guide LPLC into its next chapter. Her deep knowledge of LPLC and her passion for education will be a great asset to the organization during this transition period.”

For nearly three decades, Lee Pesky Learning Center has helped thousands of students, families, and educators overcome obstacles to learning through direct academic and clinical services, professional training, and community partnerships. The organization remains steadfast in its mission to ensure every learner has the opportunity to thrive.

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]As reported by CBS2 News Staff on September 22, 2022—Idaho State Department of Education has approved the Lee Pesky Learning Center (LPLC) to offer a course fulfilling dyslexia professional development requirements for educators.

LPLC’s 15-hour course, “Understanding and Supporting Students with Dyslexia and Other Language-based Learning Challenges,” meets the requirements for the Idaho Literacy Achievement and Accountability Act and teacher recertification.

Course participants will deepen their understanding of dyslexia, the science of reading, features of evidence-based literacy instruction and various screeners and assessment tools.

Currently, LPLC’s training course is being offered on Nov. 5 and Dec. 3 with a limit of 30 seats (in person) and 90 seats (virtually). The online, self-paced course will be available by the end of this calendar year.

You can view this article on CBS2’s site here and view the original press release here.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

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