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.


Doug Sprei  (LAE)
Doug Sprei (LAE)
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Keira's Experience of Dyslexia
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February 24, 2016 by Doug Sprei (LAE)

Middle schooler Keira talks about being a student with dyslexia, the value of accessible audiobooks and the empowering influence ... Read More about Keira's Experience of Dyslexia

Learning Ally Launches YES! in Massachusetts
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February 3, 2016 by Doug Sprei (LAE)

Groundbreaking Dyslexia Advocacy Initiative for Students, Powered by Students BOSTON, MA – Learning Ally, a national nonprofit organization supporting students ... Read More about Learning Ally Launches YES! in Massachusetts

Blinded Crash Survivor Rebounds in Education
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January 28, 2016 by Doug Sprei (LAE)

Totally blinded after a small plane crash, Barry Hyde endured a long recovery and had to start his life ... Read More about Blinded Crash Survivor Rebounds in Education

From High School Failure to Aerospace Engineer
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January 6, 2016 by Doug Sprei (LAE)

Learning Ally's National Board Member Kettner Griswold shares his arduous journey through dyslexia and failing grades toward success in college ... Read More about From High School Failure to Aerospace Engineer

Taking on World War D: One on One With Max Brooks
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January 5, 2016 by Doug Sprei (LAE)

We first met the acclaimed author and speaker Max Brooks in 2014 on Capitol Hill, where he spoke passionately ... Read More about Taking on World War D: One on One With Max Brooks