Multi-Sensory Instruction (MSI)

The Multi-Sensory Instruction approach teaches the student HOW to learn by teaching traditional subject matter in a non-traditional manner. It does not cure learning difficulties…it "goes around" it.

As students take in information, they SEE it, SAY it, HEAR it, and FEEL it as their hands WRITE it. The MSI trained teacher bases lesson plans on individual needs. MSI teachers may use supportive software to provide additional practice. Current brain research supports this type of instruction for students struggling in reading, writing, and spelling.

Learn more about the MSI program by clicking on a link below:

• Screening, identification and testing dates »

• Characteristics of children who benefit from MSI »

• Background on the MSI approach »

Other resources

• International Dyslexia Association
  IDA's Web site is a good source of information for individuals with dyslexia and their families.

The MSI program is available at the following schools. The lottery program is used for students that live outside the attendance area for a school.

	School	Grade level	Principal	Phone		Other contacts	Phone
	Baxter Elementary	Grades 1 - 6	Vicki Hodge	907-742-1750		Elementary Education	907-742-4254
	Northwood Elementary	Grades 1 - 5	Greg Balcao	907-742-6800		MSI Program - Jan Maki	907-742-4879
	Orion Elementary	Grades 1 - 3	Diane Hoffbauer	907-742-0250
	Rabbit Creek Elementary	Grades 1 - 2	Mary Johnstone	907-742-5700
	Tudor Elementary	Grades 1 - 3	Kristina Bellamy	907-742-1050