**PRIVATE** PreK-1st Cohort 1 Additions Hybrid Understanding OG Principles Fall 2026
Hybrid Training | Available
****PRIVATE COURSE**** (By Invitation Only)
Learn how to effectively implement the Orton-Gillingham (OG) Approach in your classroom. This course provides a thorough understanding of English language structure and sequential teaching, essential for multisensory, structured literacy.
- Prerequisite: None
- Course Dates: October 12th, January 4th, February 15th, March 15th (V), Make-Up Day TBD
- Course Times:
Virtual Day: 12:00 to 3:30 pm (3/15)
In-Person Days: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm (1 hour lunch break) (10/12, 1/4, & 2/15)- Location: Virtual @ Zoom (instructor will send link)
In Person: 1/4 (January 4th)North Atlanta High School - Multipurpose Room
4111 Northside Pkwy NW, Atlanta, GA 30327
In Person: 2/13 (February 13th) PreK:
Bethune
In Person: 2/15 (February 15th) K-1st:North Atlanta High School - Multipurpose Room
4111 Northside Pkwy NW, Atlanta, GA 30327
- Instructor: Ellen Hill, Fellow/OGA
This training curriculum leads to a basic understanding of the following elements of Orton-Gillingham (OG) instruction:
Reading acquisition in all learners and the nature and needs of the dyslexic learner
The Orton-Gillingham Approach
Awareness of the OGA seminal works
Brain Research in relation to reading
Understanding the difference between an Approach and a scripted program
Knowledge of the principles of the instruction and the ability to explain why the principles of the Orton-Gillingham Approach are effective
Knowledge and Structure of the English Language
Development of the Orton-Gillingham Lesson Plan for Groups or Classroom
Course expectations:
- Attend all class meetings in person and virtual for the entire duration of the course
- Complete homework assignments between classes
- Read assigned required readings and reading reflections
- Take a brief final exam
- Physical materials will be available during the January 4th in-person session. Digital versions are available in Google Classroom.
Ellen Hill
Ellen Hill has been teaching at The Schenck School since 1987, developing and implementing strategies that help struggling readers succeed. Throughout her career, Ellen has served as a tutor, teacher, Lower School Principal, Admissions Director, Outplacement Director, and currently as Director of Community Engagement. Ellen has an B.A. in learning disabilities from Mercer University and a master’s degree in learning disabilities from Georgia State University. As an instructor, Ellen has taught hundreds of teachers the fundamentals of reading instruction and presented locally and nationally at conferences presented by the International Dyslexia Association, the Orton-Gillingham Academy, the SSATB, and Georgia Independent School Association.
Ellen Hill
Ellen Hill has been teaching at The Schenck School since 1987, developing and implementing strategies that help struggling readers succeed. Throughout her career, Ellen has served as a tutor, teacher, Lower School Principal, Admissions Director, Outplacement Director, and currently as Director of Community Engagement. Ellen has an B.A. in learning disabilities from Mercer University and a master’s degree in learning disabilities from Georgia State University. As an instructor, Ellen has taught hundreds of teachers the fundamentals of reading instruction and presented locally and nationally at conferences presented by the International Dyslexia Association, the Orton-Gillingham Academy, the SSATB, and Georgia Independent School Association.