PASTORAL CARE - Ms Danielle Nilon

Wonderfully Wired Minds

At St Joseph’s, we celebrate the unique ways people think and learn. Each week in Joey’s Morning Meeting, we explore a Wonderfully Wired famous person—someone who has used their unique strengths to achieve amazing things. In this section, we’ll share what we’ve discovered so you can continue the conversation at home. Stay tuned for inspiring stories of resilience, creativity, and determination!

Week 8’s Wonderfully WIred Person: Keira Knightley (Actor)

Keira Knightley, famous for roles in movies like Pirates of the Caribbean and Pride and Prejudice, has dyslexia. As a child, reading was so difficult for her that she memorised her scripts instead of reading them. Her passion for acting motivated her to overcome these challenges, and she worked hard to improve her reading skills.

Keira's story teaches us that determination and finding something you love can help you achieve great success, even when things feel tough.

Understanding Dyslexia: What is Dyslexia?

Dyslexia is a different way of thinking—not a disability, but a unique strength. It affects how people process words and information, making reading, writing, and spelling more challenging. However, people with dyslexia often have incredible creativity, problem-solving skills, and big-picture thinking.

At our school, we celebrate diverse thinkers and recognise that dyslexic minds are often Made By Dyslexia—the same kind of thinking found in entrepreneurs, inventors, artists, and leaders. With the right support and understanding, students with dyslexia can thrive and use their strengths to achieve amazing things.

For more information, visit Made By Dyslexia.