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Episode 33: Being an Advocate for Students with Dyslexia

January 23, 2026 • Hindman Settlement School • Season 1 • Episode 33

On this episode we are joined by Holly Hightchew of Lighthouse to Literacy to discuss being an advocate for students with dyslexia; understanding their challenges but also their gifts, and practical tips for how to help them in their journey to learn to read.

Resource Mentioned:
Your Teenager is Not Crazy
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