Connecticut Launches Year-Long Dyslexia Awareness Campaign

Last updated: April 18, 2026

Connecticut’s Office of Dyslexia and Reading Disabilities has launched a year-long public awareness campaign to promote understanding and support for individuals with dyslexia. The campaign, which kicked off in April 2026, features multiple events and a statewide library component.

TL;DR

Connecticut launches year-long dyslexia awareness campaign.
Campaign includes multiple events and library component.
Aims to promote awareness and understanding of dyslexia.
Provides support and resources for individuals with dyslexia and their families.

Upcoming Events

The campaign includes several upcoming events, including a ‘Night at the Rink’ event on April 18, 2026, and a screening of the film ‘Hopeville: How to Win the Reading Wars’ on April 29, 2026.

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Library Component

In partnership with the CT State Library and Decoding Dyslexia, an Associate Education Consultant from the ODRD will be visiting libraries across Connecticut to share resources and connect with communities.

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Dyslexia is not a limitation, but an opportunity to learn and grow in different ways.

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Community Outreach

The campaign also includes community outreach efforts, such as a reading poll and a celebration of women who have made a lasting impact in dyslexia research, education, and advocacy.

Key Takeaways:

Dyslexia Awareness Campaign: A year-long public awareness campaign launched by Connecticut's Office of Dyslexia and Reading Disabilities.
Upcoming Events: Multiple events, including a 'Night at the Rink' event and a screening of the film 'Hopeville: How to Win the Reading Wars'.
Library Component: Partnership with CT State Library and Decoding Dyslexia to share resources and connect with communities.

Looking Ahead

The campaign aims to promote awareness and understanding of dyslexia, and to provide support and resources for individuals with dyslexia and their families.

The dyslexia awareness campaign is an important step towards promoting understanding and support for individuals with dyslexia. By providing resources and support, we can help individuals with dyslexia reach their full potential. Learn more about the Learning Success All Access Program and how it can help.

References

Connecticut State Department of Education - Dyslexia Awareness Collaborative