Struggling for success can feel like staring at a report card and thinking, “How is my child so bright… and still drowning?” After listening to this episode, you’ll feel less alone, more grounded, and clear on what to do next. Today, not “someday.”

Host Tracy Young, an ALTA-certified, Orton-Gillingham tutor, shares a candid Reddit thread where dyslexic adults shared the truth about being told they couldn't achieve a goal. Best of all was the moment they finally proved that person wrong. These are real-life dyslexia success stories, collegeacceptances, advanced degrees, thriving careers, all powered by persistence and the right supports. Tracy breaks down what these stories have in common, and why struggling for success is usually a mismatch in instruction, not a lack ofeffort or intelligence.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What dyslexia success stories have in common, so you can copy the patterns thatwork.
• A simple way to talk to your child that boosts motivation.
• How to spot progress that’s easy to miss, so your child feels wins sooner.

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Chapters

(00:00) Understanding the Struggles of Dyslexia

(03:13) The Reality of Parental Fears

(05:58) Celebrating Dyslexia Success Stories

(08:57) Believing in Your Child's Potential

(11:51) Finding Support and Community

Have your mornings turned into hostage negotiations? Explore what’s driving school avoidance and how you can take simple next steps to change “my child hates school” into a new narrative. After listening, you’ll know what’s driving the pushback and exactly what to do next. It's never easy but you can start this week!

If you’re a parent hearing: “My Child Hates School” and you’re looking for answers, then this episode is for you. Host Tracy Young, certified Orton Gillingham tutor breaks down School Avoidance in plain language, with a whole lot of practical calm. You’ll learn the most common reasons kids avoid school and how to stop the daily negotiation spiral without escalating the fear.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How to spot what’s really happening beneath “My Child Hates School” and respond in a way that lowers the temperature.
• A simple 3-step plan to interrupt School Avoidance without power struggles.

CHAPTERS

(02:05) — What Is School Avoidance (School Refusal)?

(05:20) — What Kids Say (and What They Mean)

(09:10) — The 5 Most Common Reasons for School Avoidance

(13:45) — Academic Struggle & Older Kids

(16:25) — The 7-Day Plan to Reduce School Avoidance

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The 504 plan and private schools: step-by-step explanation for what private schools must do, what they don’t haveto do, and how to ask for support without burning bridges.

After listening to this episode, you’ll know exactlywhat to ask for, how to ask, and what to do next, all without feeling like you need a law degree.

This topic hits hard because private schools can soundconfident while giving you a vague statement: “We don’t do 504s here.” This can feel overwhelming when you’re already juggling tutoring, tears, tuition, and teacher emails.

In this episode, Orton Gillingham tutor and host TracyYoung breaks down what’s actually true about a 504 plan and private schools in plain language. You’ll walk away with a simple plan for accommodations that help your child right now, whether or not the school uses a formal 504 process.

You’ll discover:

• How to get a clear answer to the question: "Do private schools have 504 plans?"
• How to request accommodations that are specific and reasonable.
• What to say to the school when you're feeling nervous or brushed off.
• How to document needs so that it's not about goodwill.
• What your backup plan is if the school won't provide the support your child needs.
• How to compare options when weighing a 504 plan and private schools versus public school support.

CHAPTERS

(0:00) Introduction: The 504 Plan Dilemma

(03:03) Public Schools: Your Rights Under Federal Law

(06:33) Private Schools: Understanding the Differences

(11:17) How to Request Accommodations in Private Schools

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Cheers,

⁠Tracy Young, Orton Gillingham Tutor⁠, founder of ⁠TheLiteracy Keys ⁠