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At The Roig Academy learning extends beyond the classroom. Students at The Roig Academy are encouraged to reach their full potential. As part of their individual experience, each student is encouraged to discover and explore their unique dyslexic strengths.
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As a literacy specialist, Dr. Jenni sees the “summer slide” differently.
Research shows us that for students with dyslexia, summer isn’t just a break; it is a critical window. Without targeted, systematic evidence-based instruction, the progress they fought for all year is at risk. Dr. Jenni believes the choice you make now determines if they head into September with confidence or spend the first month playing catch-up.
At The Roig Academy, Dr. Jenni and her team specialize in the “why” behind the struggle. Dr. Jenni doesn’t just practice reading; she builds the cognitive foundation for it.
Join The Roig Academy this summer for 5 Weeks to Stronger Readers and Writers. The program is specifically designed for students entering grades K through 5 who need a summer program grounded in the science of reading.
Experience Roig This Summer
Dates: June 8 to July 10, 2026
Focus: Grounded in the Science of Reading / Structured Literacy
Eligibility: Students entering grades K through 5
Your child deserves a summer that protects their growth and prepares them for the year ahead.
Visit our website to learn more about our evidence-based literacy program in Miami.
🏫 The Roig Academy is a specialized private K-8 IB school in Miami that supports students with language-based learning disabilities, such as dyslexia, through research-based instruction.
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Are you wondering why you should choose an IB school for your child with dyslexia? At The Roig Academy, we believe the best way to understand the world is to build it, test it, and launch it.
Our students recently took part in The Roig Academy IB World Cardboard Regatta, a beloved school tradition that invites students from grades K-8 to work together in teams. ⛵
While our project study has spanned many countries and cultures over the years, this team focused its inquiry on the history of the Bill Baggs Cape Florida Lighthouse, the complexities of coastal trade routes, and the cultural heritage of Spain. Our students turned that abstract research into tangible engineering. 🇪🇸
Choosing an IB school for a student with dyslexia means prioritizing a framework where inquiry drives every lesson. IB learning is designed to move students from simple memorization to conceptual understanding.
This event reflects inquiry in action.
Research becomes design.
Design becomes engineering.
Engineering becomes teamwork, perseverance, and leadership on the water.
This is the true power of the IB Exhibition in action. It proves that when students are given a challenge, they develop more than just academic skills. They build the grit to succeed on the water and beyond.
This is learning through doing.
This is The Roig Academy Regatta.
🏫 The Roig Academy is a specialized private K-8 IB school in Miami that supports students with language-based learning disabilities, such as dyslexia, through research-based instruction.
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To kick off Teacher Appreciation Week, our Ravens surprised their teachers with heartfelt notes, which has been the absolute highlight of our year. 🍎
At The Roig Academy, we believe that true education is built on the foundation of a teacher who never gives up on a student. While we specialize in helping children with language-based learning disabilities such as dyslexia, we also prioritize creating safe and inclusive spaces where every student feels seen and valued.
Research supports that when students receive targeted, multisensory instruction in a supportive environment, they are better able to develop executive functioning and academic resilience.
We are so proud of our Roig community and the powerful bonds formed here every day.#
Follow us for more updates on our academic approach, or visit our website to learn how we support students on their learning journey.
🏫 The Roig Academy is a specialized private K-8 IB school in Miami that supports students with language-based learning disabilities, such as dyslexia, through research-based instruction.
Dyslexia School | Miami
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For Principals` Day, we are proud to highlight that The Roig Academy was founded by educators and continues to be led by educators, Mr. Gus and Dr. Jenni Roig.
There is a fundamental difference between administrators who manage a building and those who understand a learner`s cognitive architecture.
When leadership is rooted in pedagogical expertise, the school culture shifts from simple compliance to active engagement.
Educational research in teacher efficacy shows that school leadership directly impacts student achievement. When leaders understand the nuances of evidence-based literacy and language-based learning disabilities, they can better support the teachers who work with our students every day.
This creates an environment where interventions are data-driven, and the student`s emotional needs are prioritized with precision.
At The Roig Academy, Mr. Gus and Dr. Jenni Roig ensure that every decision is informed by current research. We cultivate a space where both staff and students are empowered to grow.
Follow us for more insights into our leadership philosophy, or visit our website to learn how our educator-led model creates a better experience for your child.
🏫 The Roig Academy is a specialized private K-8 IB school in Miami that supports students with language-based learning disabilities, such as dyslexia, through research-based instruction.
Dyslexia School | Miami
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When reading becomes a source of stress, traditional methods often fail. Finding a supportive learning environment for children with dyslexia in Miami requires more than just academic instruction; it requires an approach that protects the learner’s confidence.
Here are a few ways that you can provide anxiety-informed literary support for your students.
A 2023 meta-analysis published in Learning Disabilities: A Contemporary Journal confirms that struggling readers experience significantly higher anxiety than their peers. When a student enters a “fight or flight” state, the brain effectively closes the door to cognitive processing.
At The Roig Academy, we translate this research into daily practice. Recent peer-reviewed findings in Annals of Dyslexia (2024) and The Reading Teacher (2023) emphasize a critical variable in literacy intervention: learner attitude. We do not just address phonics; we address the “”affective filter,”” which is the emotional barrier that prevents learning.
🐾 Leo, our resident therapy dog, acts as a sensory regulator. Unlike a peer or teacher, Leo offers a judgment-free presence, allowing students to:
Practice Oral Reading Fluency: Removing the anxiety of “”cold reads.””
Develop Prosody: Practicing natural expression in a low-stakes environment.
Build Reading Endurance: Shifting the task from a source of frustration to a regulated, positive experience.
Evidence-based literacy isn’t just about repetition; it’s about creating the emotional safety required for the brain to learn.
🏫 The Roig Academy is a specialized private K-8 IB school in Miami that supports students with language-based learning disabilities, such as dyslexia, through research-based instruction.
Dyslexia School | Miami
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Are you searching for a school for children with learning differences where joy is treated as a foundational element of success? At The Roig Academy, we believe that academic growth is inextricably linked to social-emotional well-being.
In honor of International Dance Day, our students and staff took a moment to move together. This is more than just a break in the school day. Research in educational neuroscience indicates that rhythmic movement and social synchronization help regulate the nervous system, lower cortisol levels, and foster a sense of belonging within a school community.
By creating a culture where movement is encouraged, we reduce the stress often associated with learning challenges. We do not just learn together; we thrive together. Joy is not an extracurricular activity at our school. It is a vital part of our curriculum.
When the body feels regulated, and the spirit feels light, the brain becomes more receptive to the complex tasks of reading, writing, and critical thinking. We are building a community where every student feels safe enough to be themselves, to move, and to excel.
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🏫 The Roig Academy is a specialized private K-8 IB school in Miami that supports students with language-based learning disabilities, such as dyslexia, through research-based instruction.
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At The Roig Academy, we know that the best outcomes for students occur when home and school operate as a unified team.
Our PTA gathered today to celebrate the close of a successful school year and to start looking ahead. This is not just a meeting for logistics. It is a vital component of our school ecosystem.
Research into school and family partnerships shows that when parents are active participants in the school community, students demonstrate higher levels of academic motivation and increased social-emotional regulation.
What makes The Roig Academy different is our belief that you are the primary experts on your children. Our parent community is essential in fostering an environment of stability and advocacy. By aligning our goals and planning for the year ahead, we ensure that our students feel the strength of a support system that extends far beyond the classroom walls.
We are building more than just a curriculum. We are building a network where every parent feels heard and every student feels empowered.
Follow us to stay updated on our community events, or visit our website to learn how our partnership model creates a unique advantage for your child.
🏫 The Roig Academy is a specialized private K-8 IB school in Miami that supports students with language-based learning disabilities, such as dyslexia, through research-based instruction.
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Students of the Month Spotlight 🐦⬛✨ Please join us in congratulating our Students of the Month! These two Ravens represent excellence both in and out of the classroom. Swipe to get to know them better.
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Signature School Events
“Ourselves” Art Installation
As we explore one of the IB Transdisciplinary Themes “How We Express Ourselves,” students are inquiring into ways to express their feelings, ideas, values, and beliefs in ways that demonstrate their appreciation for the world around them.
Students were encouraged to reflect and represent a pose which best represents their uniqueness and individuality. Poses depict a wide range of self-expression and nonverbal communication. The vibrant colors communicate a variety of moods, emotions, and feelings, all of which help our students understand themselves, and appreciate others.
The World Cardboard Regatta
The World Cardboard Regatta project is the culmination of our students’ work. We have been able to bring life and meaning to many aspects of History, Geography, Science.
While in their groups, students have engaged in the inquiry process in order to explore, research and report on their individualized summative projects. We have facilitated opportunities for students to come together in mixed grade levels to, share their ideas, conclusions, and problem solve for The Roig Academy World Cardboard Regatta.
Our Sky of Gratitude
The Roig Academy students have replicated the Luxembourg Swings Art Installation to bring that sense of happiness to our school on this Thanksgiving Celebration. This art installation also includes a message of gratitude through a painting or poem.
The importance of showing gratitude comes from the actual definition of gratitude. It is an affirmation of goodness. We affirm that there are good things in the world, gift, and benefits we’ve received. When we look at life as a whole, gratitude encourages us to identify some goodness in our life.
“Jenni set forth realistic goals for our boys and monitored their progress from beginning to end.”
– W.C. Parent
