Cassidy, Louisiana Parent, Examine Science of Dyslexia and Students

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Today, Congressman Bill Cassidy (R-LA) gave remarks during the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology hearing to examine the latest scientific research on dyslexia. Among others, he joined Gonzales, Louisiana resident Stacy Antie, an advocate and parent of a child with dyslexia, at the hearing. Dr. Cassidy discussed his experiences helping to spread awareness about dyslexia and the educational challenges faced by those who are dyslexic. Dr. Cassidy also highlighted the resolution he introduced alongside Rep. Julia Brownlee (D-CA) to urge schools and local educational agencies to bring the scientific knowledge of dyslexia into their classrooms.

"Dyslexia affects as many as 10 million children across the country. It is an important issue for me, both as a parent and as a Congressman," said Dr. Bill Cassidy. "We must continue to work to ensure these children are identified early and given access to evidenced based curriculums so that they can learn to read and reach their full potential. I thank Chairman Smith for holding this hearing and giving the science behind dyslexia the attention it deserves."

Also testifying was Rep. Julia Brownley (D-CA); Dr. Sally Shaywitz, Director of the Yale Center for Dyslexia and Creativity; Ms. Stacy Antie, parent and advocate of a child with dyslexia from Louisiana Key Academy; Mr. Max Brooks, author and screenwriter who has dyslexia; Dr. Peter Eden, Ph.D., President of Landmark College; and Dr. Guinevere Eden, Director of the Center for the Study of Learning.

Dr. Cassidy is co-chair of the Congressional Dyslexia Caucus. Dr. Cassidy's wife, Dr. Laura Cassidy, co-founded the Louisiana Key Academy in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Louisiana Key is a charter school for dyslexic children that seeks to provide an evidenced based curriculum, with trained teachers, so dyslexic students can reach their full educational potential.

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