Can students with dyslexia be served under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act?

Students with dyslexia can indeed be served under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). This legislation is designed to ensure that all children with disabilities, including those with specific learning disabilities like dyslexia, have access to a free appropriate public education (FAPE) that meets their unique needs. When a student with dyslexia is identified and evaluated, an Individualized Education Program (IEP) can be developed to provide specialized instruction and support tailored to address their challenges with reading and related skills.

This support may include evidence-based strategies for reading instruction, interventions that focus on phonological awareness, and accommodations to help students succeed in the educational environment. The law is inclusive, ensuring that dyslexia is recognized as a condition that qualifies students for services, promoting their right to receive the necessary support for academic success.