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State of LDBeing a Spouse with a Learning Disability

As Valentine's Day approaches, keep in mind these pointers for building good communication.

5 Question for My Dyslexia author Philip Schultz5 Questions for My Dyslexia Author Philip Schultz

"Understand the advantages of dyslexia," the Pulitzer Prize-winning poet says to parents whose children have been diagnosed with the learning disability.

How to Occupy LD in 15 MinutesHow to "Occupy LD" in 15 Minutes

Parent Esther Falcetta shares her take on how you can quickly make a difference for your child and others with learning disabilities.

Stay Informed: No Child Left Behind

Stay Informed: No Child Left Behind

As Congress prepares to reauthorize the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (No Child Left Behind), NCLD is busy advocating for students' rights. Join us.

Does Your Child of Teen with LD Need Therapy?

Does Your Child or Teen with LD Need Therapy? New!

What signs and symptoms may indicate the need for psychological help? Three experts offer guidance.


 
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stateofld_coverDownload a free copy of the State of Learning Disabilities: Facts, Trends and Indicators [PDF, 37 pages].

LD Key Facts


  • negative 14 percent
    Decline in the number of children identified as LD in public schools in the last decade.

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    High school dropout rate among students with LD was 22% in 2008, down from 40% in 1999.

  • plus twelve percent
    Increase in LD students who spent 80 percent of their in-school time in general ed. classrooms.

  • 1.6 times
    The cost of educating a student with LD compared to a general education student.

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    Public school students identified as having an LD in 2009 and were eligible to receive educational assistance.

  • 25 percent to 35 percent
    Students with LD being provided with assistive technology.

  • fifty-five percent
    Employment rate of adults with LD (ages 18-64).

  • two thirds
    Ratio of school-age students with LD who receive special education services who are male.

  • sixty-four percent
    Students graduating with a regular high school diploma, up 12 percent from a decade earlier.

Our Findings

Click on the graphic above to learn more about the key findings from The State of Learning Disabilities.