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Dyslexia & IEP Advocacy for Military Families
Real stories, policy analysis, and practical guidance on dyslexia, IEPs, 504 Plans, and DoDEA/DoWEA schools — from a special education advocate who’s lived it.
DoDEA · Dyslexia
August 3, 2026
DoDEA’s Dyslexia Gap: Waiting to Fail Is a Policy Choice
Georgia banned outdated reading instruction and built statewide dyslexia screening. DoDEA hasn’t. Here’s the gap military families are living with — and what to do about it right now.
How to Trust Your Gut: A Mom’s Guide to Diagnosing Dyslexia
When you’re a parent, sometimes you just know something is up. A personal, practical walkthrough of how to get your child evaluated for dyslexia — through Tricare, through the school system, or both.
DoDEA Tests for SLD Eligibility with Minimum Tests — It’s Not Okay!
A WISC-V and a Woodcock-Johnson might satisfy the federal minimum — but for most dyslexia cases, they won’t tell you why your child can’t read. Here’s what to request instead.
Signs Your Military Child Has Dyslexia & Why PCS Moves Make It Harder to Catch
Every PCS resets the clock on reading instruction, and signs of dyslexia can easily get missed or brushed off in the chaos of a move. Here’s what to watch for.
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