During a recent government meeting, significant concerns were raised regarding the challenges faced by students with disabilities, particularly those with dyslexia, within the school system. A speaker highlighted that many students in special education (EC) programs lack adequate teacher support, which raises safety and educational quality issues in classrooms.

The discussion emphasized the need for proactive measures rather than solely reactive strategies, such as restorative justice practices, after incidents occur. A critical point made was that dyslexia affects approximately one in five students, yet many remain unidentified and without necessary support. The speaker noted that current services are insufficient, leading to personal anecdotes about the struggles faced by families, including the speaker's own experience of sending their children to a specialized learning school.

The financial burden of raising a child with dyslexia was also addressed, with estimates suggesting it costs an additional half a million dollars due to inadequate school resources and support systems. The speaker called for urgent action to improve educational services for dyslexic students, emphasizing the potential of these individuals to become future leaders and innovators in the community if given the proper support.