Learning Ally Blog: Access and Achievement

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Now more than ever, people with learning and visual disabilities are flourishing in the classroom, launching productive careers and becoming assets in their communities. This blog spotlights remarkable individuals who demonstrate that having a visual or print disability is no barrier to educational success.


All I Can Do Is Try: My Dyslexia Mantra
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June 13, 2017 by User

by Maggie McDonald, Learning Ally member Frustration was normal, struggling was expected, low grades were customary, and stunted self-esteem was ... Read More about All I Can Do Is Try: My Dyslexia Mantra

4 Reasons Struggling Students May Excel in Professional Leadership Positions
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June 12, 2017 by User

The original Binet Test was designed almost 100 years ago to identify which children would need more assistance in ... Read More about 4 Reasons Struggling Students May Excel in Professional Leadership Positions

Kristen vs "The Blind Girl" - Pride and Asking for Help
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June 7, 2017 by User

by Kristen Witucki One of my high school teachers told me once that to ask for help is not shameful. ... Read More about Kristen vs "The Blind Girl" - Pride and Asking for Help

Your Summer Audiobook Adventure Starts Now!
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May 31, 2017 by User

Summer is here, and that means it's time to play outside, relax with friends, and ....READ! Okay, so that ... Read More about Your Summer Audiobook Adventure Starts Now!

A Plan to Battle the Summer Slide for Struggling Readers
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May 25, 2017 by User

by Jules Johnson, Learning Ally Taking time to relax when school is out is important, but research shows that reading ... Read More about A Plan to Battle the Summer Slide for Struggling Readers