What we can do for our students with dyslexia 

Look for strengths! 
Recognize student skill and talent: "You are a hard worker!" "You are really improving!"

The right instruction
Explicit, systematic, sequential instruction with built in repetition = successful reading.

Provide class notes
"I can write or I can listen, but I can't do both at once." Let them listen and give them notes.  

No copying from a board or book. Let them snap a photo or provide a handout.  

NEVER require reading aloud, it is the most humiliating school experience. Unless the student volunteers, leave them alone in oral reading. 

Writing    
Don't penalize misspellings. Provide a scribe.
Use speech to text.
Accept oral answers. 

Allow more time when:
Following directions, taking a test, completing assignments.
 

Audiobooks
Accept audiobooks for required reading (novels, texts). Research shows listening improves reading skills.  

Homework 
Set a time limit for homework without a penalty for unfinished work. 
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Don't ever say lazy.
Students with dyslexia are brave, working very hard for limited results. Don't label them lazy; they aren't.