Episode Synopsis "Ep. 3: 'I Felt I Just Wasn't As Smart As Everybody Else'"

Students with learning disabilities have struggled to progress through school for decades. States have increased their focus in recent years on disabilities like dyslexia. Meet "Class of 2025" student Shelby and her efforts to become a better reader.Learn more about the “Class of 2025” project and podcast at opb.org/2025.

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