by Ashley Roberts Right, wrong or indifferent, when I joined the advocacy world I was not under any illusions that any movement towards change would be easy. Doing what I do for a living, having deeply political parents, and a passion for history, I knew that the battle ground was monumental in size. While I do not possess illusions, it hurts me to see a new entrant into the fray throw themselves completely at the opposing side, thinking a win will be quick and decisive, just

by Ashley Roberts "Yes, his handwriting is messy, but he holds his pen perfectly!" "I'm not concerned about his handwriting. I can read it so it's fine. There is worse handwriting in his class." Parent: "He NEEDS a goal for grammar and syntax." IEP Team response: "Well, we don't teach those things so we won't agree to a goal. Besides, he's doing fine and making a B in Language Arts so I don't understand your concern." The dysgraphia journey has been far harder than the dyslex