Hill Supports October as National Dyslexia Awareness Month
Washington,
October 30, 2018
WASHINGTON – Congressman French Hill (AR-02), a member of the Congressional Dyslexia Caucus, signed on as an original cosponsor of a resolution calling on Congress, schools, and local educational agencies to recognize the significant educational implications of dyslexia and expressing support for the designation of October 2018 as National Dyslexia Awareness Month. “With estimates of ‘one in five’ having dyslexia, it’s imperative that we raise further awareness of dyslexia, which is why I’m in strong support of this resolution,” said Hill. “People of all ages have dyslexia, and this is an important issue that affects fifty percent of NASA’s employees; and, they are among our most creative and intelligent leaders. We must promote education policies that allow for all children to learn regardless of diagnosis. Dyslexia occurs in our own family, and I know firsthand the importance of teachers and therapists utilizing the best strategies for dyslexic students to learn and be successful.” |
