Experts say about 1 in 5 people have dyslexia, a learning disability that often affects reading. Georgia recently passed legislation to provide more support for dyslexic students in public schools.
Some states are a little further along. For example, states like South Carolina and Louisiana have opened public charter schools that only serve students with dyslexia.
Building ‘Bridges’
Lakes and Bridges is one such school. It’s located in Easley, South Carolina, about 140 miles from Atlanta.
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