Legal Rights for Dyslexia
Voices of Dyslexia
In this conversation, Laura Cassidy and Andromeda Cartwright discuss the legal rights of dyslexic students. They emphasize the importance of understanding these rights and advocating for them. They cover topics such as the right to an assessment, the use of the term 'dyslexia', the difference between 504 plans and IEPs, and the importance of a supportive environment. They also discuss accommodations for dyslexic students, such as extended time and project-based learning. Overall, the conversation highlights the need for early identification, specialized instruction, and a supportive educational environment for dyslexic students.
Think you or your child might be dyslexic? Get tested here
🙋🏼♀️Have a question about dyslexia? Leave it in the comments and we’ll answer it in our upcoming video!
👩🏻🏫 IN THIS VIDEO YOU’LL LEARN ⤵️
- Parents and dyslexic students should understand their legal rights and advocate for them
- Early assessment is crucial for dyslexic students
- The term 'dyslexia' should be used and not lumped into general categories
- IEPs provide specialized instruction and accommodations for dyslexic students
- A supportive environment that celebrates strengths is important for dyslexic students
- Accommodations should be provided to level the playing field for dyslexic students
- Students should be involved in advocating for their own needs
💡DYSLEXIA RESOURCES WE RECOMMEND
→ Overcoming Dyslexia (2nd Ed.) by Dr Sally Shaywitz
→ Overcoming Dyslexia Course by Dr Sally Shaywitz
→ Special Education Law (2nd Ed.) by Peter & Pamela Wright
→ The Yale Center for Dyslexia
📚 WORK WITH US
Teacher Training - Become a CALT/P (Certified Academic Language Therapist or Practitioner)
→ Online
🔗 CONNECT WITH US
🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST
Voices of Dyslexia is brought to you by the Dyslexia Resource Center — a helping hand for parents, educators, and other community champions. Together, we can break the cycle of stigma and take the mystery out of dyslexia.
🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW
If you enjoyed listening to the podcast, we'd love for you to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help others discover the show.
