Meet Susan Barton

An Internationally Recognized Expert in Dyslexia

Susan Barton, founder of Bright Solutions for Dyslexia and creator of the Barton Reading & Spelling System, has devoted her life to helping children and adults with dyslexia unlock their potential.

Her research-proven system has helped thousands of students overcome their reading challenges and achieve lasting literacy success.

A Leading Voice in the Field of Dyslexia

Susan Barton has been a sought-after speaker for years at national and international conferences on dyslexia, reading instruction, early intervention, response to intervention, and adult literacy.

She has taught graduate-level courses in Phonemic Awareness, Multisensory Teaching Techniques, Screening for Dyslexia, Tutoring People with Dyslexia, and Understanding Dyslexia & ADHD.

Over the past two decades, Susan has presented at prestigious conferences, including:

American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
Learning Disabilities National Conference
Canadian Dyslexia Association
Oregon International Dyslexia Association
Association for Christian Schools International
California Kindergarten Conference
California Literacy

International Reading Association
International Dyslexia Association (IDA)
Association for Christian Schools International
California Charter Schools Conference
Arizona Charter Schools Conference
California Association of School Psychologists
Early Childhood Educators Conference

Recognized for Excellence

Honored by the International Dyslexia Association

Susan Barton received one of the field’s highest honors in dyslexia education when she was inducted into the International Dyslexia Association’s D. Richardson Hall of Honor. Recognizing Susan alongside pioneers such as Samuel Orton, Anna Gillingham, and Sally Shaywitz.

The IDA recognized her “outstanding achievements, contributions, and commitment to individuals with dyslexia and the mission and goals of the International Dyslexia Association” at IDA Headquarters.

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Hall of Honor

Joining the ranks of pioneers whose work transformed the lives of millions with dyslexia worldwide.

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IDA Hall of Honor Inductee

Recognized by the International Dyslexia Association for lifetime achievements

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Keynote Speaker

Featured at major dyslexia and literacy conferences worldwide

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Educator of Thousands

Trained educators and parents across the United States

Susan's Story

Susan Barton’s journey into dyslexia intervention did not start in a classroom. She spent 20 years building a successful career in the computer industry.

Her life took a new direction when she saw her nephew, Ben, struggling in school. By tenth grade, after years in special education, he was reading at a second-grade level and spelling at a first-grade level. His school believed nothing more could be done. Susan could not accept that.

Susan left her technology career to study dyslexia full time. She trained in several Orton-Gillingham based approaches and began tutoring students ages 6–17. Susan saw firsthand how the right instruction can change lives.