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Should Dyslexia Be Its Own Special Education Category? What Parents Need to Know
Option 2: Bold + Opinion (your voice)
Here we go again… changing labels instead of fixing the real problem.
A new bill would make dyslexia its own category under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.
Yes, dyslexia needs attention—but let’s be honest:
👉 Kids aren’t struggling because of the category
👉 They’re struggling because they’re not getting the right support
Focus on services. Always.

