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Student urges dyslexia support; resident argues Title IX applies beyond athletics
Summary
A Hoffman Estates High School student told the board that dyslexia affects about 15% of people and urged adoption of targeted programs, while a resident argued Title IX governs equal access across academic and extracurricular programs, not only sports.
During the public‑comment period, two members of the community urged the Board of Education to focus on student supports and policy interpretation.
Camille Biss, a student at Hoffman Estates High School, told the board she was diagnosed with dyslexia at age 10 and described the academic and emotional challenges she and others face. "Around 15% of people have dyslexia.…
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