Writing on Neurodivergent Learning & Education Beyond the System
This blog is for parents, educators, and advocates who know the system isn’t working for many learners.
I write about supporting neurodivergent students outside traditional models — with clarity, evidence-based strategy, and lived experience.
No trends. No overwhelm. Just thoughtful perspectives and practical reframes.
(Written by Angela Marie D’Antonio — keynote speaker, neurodivergent learning specialist, and education consultant)
Why “More Support” Often Isn’t the Answer — And What Families Try Instead
When learning doesn’t happen during the school day, asking families to do more at home isn’t support—it’s pressure.
What Neurodivergent Learners Actually Need (And Why Schools Keep Missing It)
Neurodivergent learners don’t need more discipline—they need regulation, safety, and understanding. When schools confuse dysregulation with defiance, everyone loses. This article explains why traditional behavior models fail—and what actually works instead.
Your Kid Is Smart. The System Is Broken.
When schools measure intelligence by speed, neurodivergent learners are the first to be misjudged. This post explores how speed-based education quietly erodes confidence, distorts identity, and overlooks deep understanding—and how families can support children whose brilliance doesn’t show up on a timer.
What Are the Best Study Tips for Neurodivergent Students? A Guide from an Educational Consultant
Neurodivergent students aren't lazy—they're often working harder than their peers. Discover study strategies that actually work for ADHD, dyslexia, dyscalculia, and autism, backed by real case studies and insights from an educational consultant who understands both sides of neurodivergent learning.
Barton Tutoring Essentials: A Step-by-Step Guide to Structured Literacy for Dyslexic Students
The Barton System is a research-based, structured literacy approach designed specifically for dyslexic learners. In this step-by-step guide, learn how Barton tutoring builds phonemic awareness, decoding, and spelling skills—and why online instruction can accelerate progress, with real student success stories included.
AI Tools for Dyslexia: How Smart Technology is Revolutionizing Learning Support in 2025
For decades, students with dyslexia have relied on a standard set of accommodations: extra time on tests, text-to-speech readers, and specialized fonts. While these supports remain valuable, artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the landscape of learning tools for dyslexic students. Today's AI-powered solutions offer personalized, adaptive assistance that addresses the unique neural patterns of dyslexic learners, helping them not just accommodate their differences but truly excel academically.
The Barton Reading Method: Why It Works When Other Programs Fail
After years of watching struggling readers fail with popular programs, I’ve seen why the Barton Reading and Spelling System succeeds—especially for students with dyslexia. Here’s what makes Barton different and why it works.
Dyslexia Support: 5 Reasons to Choose Online Tutoring with the Barton System
Dyslexia doesn’t require more effort—it requires the right instruction. Discover five reasons why online tutoring with the Barton Reading and Spelling System is an effective, evidence-based solution for dyslexic learners.