04/25/2026
Well said!
Saying dyslexia is an important part of understanding. Dyslexia is the most common learning difference. It is believed that 10-20% of the population has some form of dyslexia.
When we say dyslexia, we
🧠deepen our understanding
👄provide a name for struggles
💪🏼empower those with dyslexia
‼️Did you know that the United States Department of Education sent out a letter in 2015 to all schools clarifying that there is nothing in the IDEA that prohibits the use of the term dyslexia, dysgraphia, or dyscalculia in an IDEA evaluation, eligibility determination, or IEP document?
For quite some time, there has been a shift in language within the community from the person first to identify first. This is a personal decision, but as we see the being highlighted and the movement for options to identify on platforms like LinkedIn, awareness of this shift in language for neurodiverse thinkers is essential.
So, let’s say dyslexia. Let’s educate ourselves so that we can better serve and honor our students. 🦋