Indivisible Disabilities and Dyslexia
By Sydney Brett
Ever since I was younger I was just like any other little kid diagnosed with dyslexia at a very young age. Because of my dyslexia I got bullied by not only my peers but even a few special education teachers as well... Read more
Posted on: 7/26/2017
Dyslexia Stereotypes
By Sydney Brett
Having dyslexia or any type of learning disability there will always be stereotypes. People automatically think I am dumb and stupid and I am not smart enough or cannot ride to the occasion when in reality there are so many people that have dyslexia and they are some of the most intelligent people. Read more
Posted on: 3/28/2017
Megan's Self Advocacy Presentation
Megan, a sixth grade YES! member, shares her presentation she uses to introduce herself as dyslexic to new teachers.
Category: Self Advocacy
Posted: 9/27/2016
Matthew's Self Advocacy Presentation
Matthew, a third grader, shares his presentation he uses to introduce himself as dyslexic to new teachers.
Category: Self Advocacy
Posted: 9/27/2016
Mickey's YES! Presentation
Mickey shares his experiences being a student with dyslexia.
Category: Other
Posted on: 9/16/2015
Victoria's Story
By Victoria T.
High school student Victoria shares her experiences being a student with dyslexia.
Category: Other
Posted on: 10/15/2015
This is my fight song
By Sophia
This is a letter to my 5th grade teacher asking her to help me be successful this year.
Category: Self Advocacy Presentation
Posted on: 08/11/2015
From Dyslexic Struggling Reader to Valedictorian
By Dustin H
Diagnosed with severe dyslexia as an elementary school student, Dustin struggled below grade level in reading and writing — even as he shined in math and science.
Category: Other
Posted on: 08/06/2015
Dyslexia By Treyton
By Treyton
Third grader explains his perspective on dyslexia from feelings, diagnosis, accommodations, and tips.
Category: Self-Advocacy Presentation
Posted on: 08/04/2015
Dyslexic Renegade
By Leia Schwartz
I wrote this as a jurnal on the last day of school. I want everyone to know my exirpens in school. June 26, 2015 Dear school who thinks I don't count, I'm releved your over and I don't have to go back for two mounths. You made me feel dum and like I don't count. Do you know how I know I don't count? You rol your eyes when I ask for help. Read more...
Category: Self-Advocacy Presentation
Posted on: 08/04/2015
School Experiences with Dyslexia
By Samantha
Most of my teachers were good to me. In kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grade I went to a Montessori School, which was actually a public charter school. I had the same teacher for 1st and 2nd grade. She would pull me aside to do word reading, and she helped me a lot personally. Read more...
Category: My Story
Posted on: 08/04/2015