Gary Payton II's GP2 Foundation Basketball Camp in Oakland combines athletic training with dyslexia awareness. Established in 2021, the camp aims to inspire young athletes with dyslexia to seek help and boost their confidence. Parents appreciate the camp's nurturing environment and personalized attention. The foundation provides resources for parents and fosters community support for dyslexia. Executive Director Raquel Payton Childs emphasizes inclusion for all children, while Gary Payton aims to impart life skills alongside basketball training, addressing the varied presentations of dyslexia and advocating for awareness and resources.
"I just want to be a voice for kids and athletes with dyslexia. Not to be shy or afraid to ask for help... in the classroom or on the court."
"It's to get out of the classroom and to build confidence with all sorts of kids, not just students with dyslexia."
"We like for kids to come and not only learn skills, but character and integrity."
"It's not a cookie cutter learning disability. For some it might be in writing, for others it might be in math."
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