are bright and capable, but in Oregon fewer than 1 in 2 graduate with their class
partners with special education teachers to empower children at the greatest risk of school failure
The Shadow Project
...to become confident, engaged learners,
and turn "I can't" into "I CAN!"
Who We Are
The Shadow Project partners with special education teachers to help close the achievement gap for students with complex learning challenges. Just as wheelchair ramps foster independence for persons with physical disabilities, The Shadow Project helps make learning accessible for boys and girls whose ‘invisible’ disabilities include dyslexia, ADHD, autism and communications disorders. We serve 28 Portland-area schools, providing life-changing classroom enrichment that helps struggling students reach goals and turn “I can’t” into “I can!”
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The Shadow Project Award-Winning Video
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I had students hiding under desks for fear of being called on. Now they get mad at me if I don’t call on them. These students are achieving to their potential and feeling success for the first time.
- Lisa Lum, Special Education TeacherSitton School