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Debbie Irwin
Debbie has a heart for supporting students and their families regardless of their socio-economic status or educational background, which is what drew her to SWM.
Approach / Specialty
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Debbie believes that every individual has been designed with a purpose. The key to success is understanding and equipping students based on their unique set of strengths and weaknesses. Through careful assessment and structured approaches, Debbie provides remediation of weak processing and academic skills while also providing tools for success. In addition, she provides resources to parents and schools to support learning.
Debbie's experience includes working with preschool to college-age students. She has spent most of her career working with students with various learning needs, including learning disabilities, dyslexia, ADHD, and anxiety. In addition to developing and overseeing school programs to support those with learning needs, Debbie has served as a consultant for numerous schools, providing workshops at schools and conferences, and is the co-author of the book Serving Students with Learning Disabilities in Christian Schools: A Program Management Manual for Teachers and Schools (ACSI, 2007, available on Amazon). Debbie has a B.S. degree in Special Education, a M.S. in Reading, and an Ed.D. in Curriculum & Instruction with an emphasis in Educational Technology.
Training / Experience
Interests
Debbie enjoys numerous outdoor activities including walking, hiking, and biking. She frequently visits the Swamp Rabbit Trail or Furman University with her dog, Ada. She also enjoys spending time with her family and granddaughter.
Debbie looks forward to hearing from you.
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Feel free to call or email her or learn more about her and her services by searching her website and/or social media.
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Phone: 864.979.3947
Email: dirwin@designedpurposeedu.com
Website: Designed with a Purpose
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