School Programs for Students who Learn Differently

The Shadow Project partners with schools and educators to increase educational opportunities for the 1 in 5 students with learning and attention challenges. Using our programs, students develop strong academic habits, master social emotional skills, and gain confidence as readers.

We are currently accepting partnerships for the 2026-27 school year.

Watch our programs in action.

Three Proven Programs to Fuel Student Success

learning challenges are cast away with shadow project's learning disability school programs

GOAL SETTING

Equips special education teachers with a powerful resources and training that put students in the driver’s seat of their own education. As students work towards ambitious goals, they build confidence, motivation, and perseverance — positive habits that will last a lifetime.

Student & Mentor Laughing in the Classroom, learning disability school programs

READING MENTORS

Pairs children with assistive technology designed for their needs that makes books come alive, plus trained mentors who encourage their progress. This powerful combination can lead to increased comprehension, proficiency and a newfound love of reading.

provide sensory spaces for learning challenged students

SUPERSENSORY SPACES

School staff are trained to help students identify and manage their regulation needs by taking structured breaks to use tools in SuperSensory Spaces. Kids build skills to reduce the impact of anxiety and frustration, so they can re-engage in their learning.

``The need for The Shadow Project is more important than ever. This is the biggest gift that you can give districts and schools…a chance for teacher and staff and even principal learning.”

Jen Ayers
Reynolds School District Administrator

Student Outcomes

By collaborating with teachers and schools, The Shadow Project helps students strengthen academic and social emotional skills critical to succeed in school and in life.

Click here to read our current and past Impact Reports.

READING

of students increase at least 1 grade level in reading, improving likelihood of high school graduation

SELF MANAGEMENT

of students improve self regulation, boosting children’s ability to pay attention and participate in class, and decreasing behavior that disrupts learning

MOTIVATION

of teachers report students are more motivated to reach academic goals, and they believe in their ability to succeed

``The Shadow Project is making a real difference! My students love earning Shadow bucks for their hard work and we are seeing wonderful growth toward their IEP goals and objectives. In fact, some students have made as much as two years of growth in reading since the beginning of the school year. We can't thank you enough for all your support!``

Goal Setting Partner Educator

See Our Impact

View our current and past Impact Summaries to see how we are keeping school accessible with the help of our community.

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Mentors make a difference

Read about Dalilah and her journey with her Reading Mentor.

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“Books can take me anywhere!”

Chelsea, a Shadow Project student in our Reading Mentors program, learned she loved books by connecting to characters like her.

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Using ADHD to Fuel His Dreams

Joe used to struggle in school. Now, he wants to inspire other kids to set goals to reach their dreams.

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Proud and In College: Johnny Update

In 5th grade, John was only pretending to read. Now, he's attending college and following his dreams. Dyslexia didn't stop him.

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Why Equity Matters

The Shadow Project directly addresses racial inequity by addressing educational inequity. Children of color are overrepresented among students in special education classes.

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