As one of several academic centers at Florida Southern College, the Roberts Center has been established in response to an urgent need for targeted teacher training programs focused on professional development in reading instruction. Through an annual lecture series and ongoing partnerships with area school systems, the Roberts Center exists to identify and fill the gaps which exist in meeting the pedagogical needs of bright children who are experiencing dyslexia and related learning differences. The Center intends to become a regional clearinghouse for parents and teachers on the broad topic of dyslexia, while concurrently providing direct services to children who struggle with reading-related challenges.

The Roberts Academy Head of School oversees the work and mission of the Roberts Center for Learning and Literacy, assisted by the following members of the Advisory Council:

Carolyn Baldwin, Associate Head, All Saints Academy
Gwen Cote', President, Santa Fe Catholic School
Dr. Pamela Craven, Executive Director, Learning Resource Center
Anna Maria DiCesare, Emeritus Faculty, Florida Southern College
Dr. Robert Eanett, Pediatrician, Watson Clinic
Linda Harris, Certification/NCLB Specialist, Polk County Schools
Dr. Marjorie Roberts, Trustee, Florida Southern College
Craig Story, Director, Evening Program, Florida Southern College
Lana Swartzwelder, Principal, St. Joseph School
Dr. Michael Sligh, Headmaster, Lakeland Christian School
Adella Spires, Associate Head of School, The Roberts Academy
Dr. Tracey Tedder, Dean, School of Education, Florida Southern College
Kristy Turner, Roberts Academy parent

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