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.


An 11-Year Old Speaks About His Dyslexia Experience
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December 15, 2015 by Doug Sprei (LAE)

We sat down for a video interview with William H., a student in New Jersey who is dyslexic and, ... Read More about An 11-Year Old Speaks About His Dyslexia Experience

Dyslexia: A Gift or a Burden?
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December 14, 2015 by User

by Jules Johnson "Whoever invented reading is stupid! Whoever invented school is stupid! I wish reading was never invented!!" Those words ... Read More about Dyslexia: A Gift or a Burden?

7 Ways to Empower Children Who Have Dyslexia - Foster the Gifts!
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December 7, 2015 by User

By Jules Johnson As soon as a child is diagnosed with dyslexia, most parents (myself included) go into "fix ... Read More about 7 Ways to Empower Children Who Have Dyslexia - Foster the Gifts!

"What Makes Me Different" - By Kate, a 3rd Grader with Dyslexia
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December 3, 2015 by User

Kate, a Learning Ally member, recently sent us a copy of a paper she wrote for school. Kate’s 3rd grade teacher ... Read More about "What Makes Me Different" - By Kate, a 3rd Grader with Dyslexia

Nominate an Educator for a National "Excellence in Teaching" Award
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November 13, 2015 by User

Do you know an educator who has been instrumental in helping students with print disabilities? For the first time ... Read More about Nominate an Educator for a National "Excellence in Teaching" Award