Dystinct Journey
Issue 29: Looking Back to See Forward | Ava & Flynn Eldridge Paid Members Public
This article revisits past Dystinct contributors Dr Dan Peters, Heather Down, Dan Colquhoun, and Sharon Scurr to share what has unfolded since their last contributions, highlighting how their ongoing work for neurodivergent learners and educational systems.
Issue 29: The Story behind the Neurodiversity Tartan | Chloe Jackson Paid Members Public
Ava and Flynn Eldridge share how nurse and neurodiversity advocate Chloe Jackson turned her lived experience of dyslexia, ADHD, and autism into the Neurodiversity Tartan, using colour and culture to celebrate difference and foster pride and belonging.
Issue 28: The Dystinct Journey of Bartek Pilarski Paid Members Public
Fresh from winning third place in the Stampede Junior Reporter Contest, nine-year-old Bartek Pilarski reflects with wisdom beyond his years on dyslexia and self-belief, while his mum, Christina Pilarski, offers an honest look at the parenting journey behind his confidence.
Issue 27: Dyslexia Miss-Understood | London Shockley Paid Members Public
London Shockley channels her journey with dyslexia into pageantry and advocacy, using her voice, platform, and community work to raise awareness, inspire others, and ensure no child feels alone, misunderstood, or unseen in their learning journey.
Issue 26: The Dystinct Journey of Tucker Findley | Tucker's Treasures Paid Members Public
Tucker Findley, a teen entrepreneur with complex learning differences, his family, and his educator share their intertwined perspectives on transforming overwhelming academic challenges into a thriving business and a life built on confidence, purpose, and redefining what learning can look like.
Issue 25: Lessons in Advocacy: Jay's Story Paid Members Public
Amanda Harrison shares her son Jay’s journey from struggling with undiagnosed dyslexia and school anxiety to finding confidence and success through intensive remediation, private education, and a passion for golf, while highlighting the challenges and triumphs of advocating for his right to read.
Issue 24: Dystinct Journey of Preston Rice Paid Members Public
Preston Rice’s journey, fuelled by a deep curiosity for the ocean and his parents’ dedicated advocacy, led him from early learning challenges to a Master Scuba Diver certification and a place at Nova Southeastern University to pursue his passion for marine biology.
Issue 24: Update on Landrie Pringle | Thriving in High School Paid Members Public
An interview with Landrie Pringle: Now a high school junior, she has turned past challenges—including failed STAAR exams—into success, excelling academically with a lowest grade of 97, all while balancing a packed schedule of cheering, sports, and clubs.
